and trails each week. Runners World columnist John "The Penguin" Bingham has become a spokesman of celebrity status in running circles because he was a sedentary being before discovering the joys of running. In No Need For Speed he introduces the first ever

and sprints a breeze. Weaknesses: Cool and light, it's easy to forget you're wearing them! Speedwork and sprints a breeze. Overall: These make light work out of all your runs literally. If speed is your thing and you really want good times (esp over 5 or 10k

Weight (M): 290g Full Review: This is a shoe built for speed - it's ultra-light and boasts a very snug fit. Pronounced lugs offer excellent grip and enable you to stop or change direction with ease. Also features Salomon's minimalist Quicklace

In short:Get extra cushioning without compromising on speed. Pros:Get extra cushioning without compromising on speed. Cons:Get extra cushioning without compromising on speed. Contact: www.specialistsports.com Full Review: This shoe is aimed

In short:This shoe is in the very top echelons of comfort, speed and reliability. Pros:This shoe is in the very top echelons of comfort, speed and reliability. Cons:This shoe is in the very top echelons of comfort, speed and reliability. Full

In short:If you want comfort over speed, this could be the shoe for you. Pros:If you want comfort over speed, this could be the shoe for you. Cons:If you want comfort over speed, this could be the shoe for you. Weight (M): 333g Weight (W): 270g

In short:Offers a complete guide to running for fitness and fun, discussing how to develop the body to run faster and showing how short distance speed can shorten workouts, translate into long distance speed, and hasten weight loss. Full Review

In short:An already popular stability shoe has been subtly tweaked here to provide speed, comfort and support in a stylish package. Pros:An already popular stability shoe has been subtly tweaked here to provide speed, comfort and support in a

In short:Recommended for efficient runners with normal arches as an everyday trainer or speed-workout shoe for light runners with low arches. Pros:Recommended for efficient runners with normal arches as an everyday trainer or speed-workout shoe

In short:A good choice for motion control shoe wearers who prefer comfort over speed. Weight (M): 360g Full Review: One for the bigger runner, the XT Wings shoe feels heavier than its weight suggests. That said, it provided excellent grip