July 2022
Men's Running Shoes: Meta Ranking Report
This report contains an aggregate consensus of Running Shoes rankings posted by key online experts, as of July 2022.
Summary
As of 28 Jul 2022, Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed running shoes with 3 expert endorsements. 2 experts out of 3 recommended it as the '#1 running shoes' this month. It is followed by Brooks Ghost 14 and Hoka One Bondi 7 , with 4 and 4 expert endorsements respectively.
At a glance - July 2022 Ranking
| Rank | Price | Running Shoes |
Runner's World
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Forbes
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Tom's Guide
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Fit and Well
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CNET
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Verywell Fit
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Best Products
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RunRepeat
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Men'sHealth
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Healthline
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1
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$140 |
Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22
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10
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1
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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1
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-
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2
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$100 |
Brooks Ghost 14
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-
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5
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-
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-
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1
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6
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-
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7
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-
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-
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3
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$185 |
Hoka One Bondi 7
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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3
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2
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-
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3
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2
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4
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$107 |
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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10
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1
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2
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-
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-
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5
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$229 |
Brooks Ghost 13
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-
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-
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-
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2
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-
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-
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9
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-
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8
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3
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6
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$100 |
Brooks Adrenaline Gts 21
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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8
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4
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1
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-
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-
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7
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$109 |
Brooks Glycerin 19
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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1
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-
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4
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-
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-
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8
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$49 |
Saucony Kinvara 12
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
9
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$116 |
Asics Gel-Kayano 28
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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-
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2
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-
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14
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$100 |
New Balance Fresh Foam 880v11
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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9
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3
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-
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-
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-
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|
15
|
Check price |
Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next%
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-
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2
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-
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-
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-
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-
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11
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-
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-
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-
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|
16
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$140 |
Saucony Endorphin Speed 2
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4
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-
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-
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-
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5
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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|
17
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$130 |
Adidas Ultraboost 21
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-
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-
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-
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6
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-
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-
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5
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-
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-
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-
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|
18
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$92 |
Mizuno Wave Rider 25
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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12
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6
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19
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$140 |
New Balance Fresh Foam 1080v11
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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13
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-
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-
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-
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-
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We ranked Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 #1 in July 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22 as #1.
Runner's World
Best Stability Shoe
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Pros
Good arch support
Smoother ride than previous versions
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Cons
Less suited for speed workouts
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Forbes
Best Running Shoes for Men Overall
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Pros
Arch support and a patented “GuideRails system” mean everything from your feet to your ankles, knees and hips is secure.
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Cons
The cushion might feel a little heavy for speed runners.
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Men'sHealth
Best Daily Trainer for Flat Feet
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Pros
Adequate support and cushioning
Offers a smooth ride
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We ranked Brooks Ghost 14 #2 in July 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Brooks Ghost 14 as #1.
Forbes
Best Road Running Shoes
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Pros
Cushioned sole and shock-absorption made for outdoor runs.
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Cons
Runs warm.
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Verywell Fit
Best for Plantar Fasciitis
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Pros
Durable
Extremely comfortable
Excellent cushioning
Good support and stability
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Cons
Expensive
Limited color options in wide widths
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RunRepeat
Most popular road running shoes for men
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Pros
All about comfort!
True to size
Lots of padding
Smooth ride
Really stable, even on light trails
Breathable
Great out of the box
Built for longevity (500 miles, easily)
Great grip
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Cons
Lacks breathability for hot summer days
Not the best for long distances
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend Men's Running Shoes.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of Men's Running Shoes, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for July 2022 ranking
Runner's World
Forbes
Tom's Guide
Fit and Well
CNET
Verywell Fit
Best Products
RunRepeat
Men'sHealth
Healthline
We ranked Hoka One Bondi 7 #3 in July 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Verywell Fit
Best Cushioned
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Pros
Soft and ultra-cushioning footbed
Good arch support
Excellent breathability
Wide range of sizes
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Cons
Expensive
Some don’t like the thick heel
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Men'sHealth
Most Cushioned Running Shoe
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Pros
Ample arch support
Fit is secure without clipping gait
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Healthline
Best for cushioning
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Pros
sizing generally fits to size
extra cushioning around the collar
lightweight and vegan
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Cons
pricey for some budgets
some reviewers found the extra cushioning uncomfortable
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We ranked Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 #4 in July 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 as #1.
Verywell Fit
Best for Supination
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Pros
Very responsive
Excellent flexibility
Lightweight cushioning
Wide toebox
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Cons
Color fades when washed
Some say tongue is too big
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RunRepeat
Best Nike running shoes for men
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Pros
Wider than Pegasus 37
Very stable ride
Peppy toe-off
Hugs your feet
Padded upper
Very durable (400-500miles)
Grippy even on dirt roads
Legit workhorse
Doubles as a gym shoe
A joy to run in
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Cons
Runs warm
Above-average weight
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We ranked Brooks Ghost 13 #5 in July 2022 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Fit and Well
The best budget running shoes for men
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Pros
Great support
Breathable upper
A trusted brand
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Cons
Not the quickest shoe
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Men'sHealth
Best Trainers for High Arches
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Pros
Wide variety of sizes
Super soft lining
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Healthline
Best for long distance running
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Pros
senior users praise comfort and arch support
versatile shoe for running and walking
many users feel loyal to the brand and trust the quality
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Cons
sizing may run small so consider buying 1/2 size up
may be slippery on wet surfaces
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We ranked Brooks Adrenaline Gts 21 #6 in July 2022 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Brooks Adrenaline Gts 21 as #1.
Verywell Fit
Best for Overpronation
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Pros
Good shock absorption
Durable
Supportive and stable
Excellent traction
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Cons
Expensive
Limited color options in narrow and wide widths
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RunRepeat
Best running shoes overall for men
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Pros
fits true to size
secure fit
great stability
gusseted tongue
soft but not mushy
superb durability
no lace bite
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Cons
not for speedy runs
could be lighter
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We ranked Brooks Glycerin 19 #7 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Brooks Glycerin 19 as #1.
Verywell Fit
Best Overall
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Pros
Durable
Excellent cushioning
Flexible
Good for neutral runners
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Cons
Expensive
Medium width has narrow toebox
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RunRepeat
Best stability road running shoes for men
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Pros
True to size
Good cushioning
Breathable
Smooth transition
Durable
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Cons
Not very versatile
Slight heel slipping
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We ranked Saucony Kinvara 12 #8 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Fit and Well
Best lightweight running shoe for men
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Pros
Incredibly lightweight
Perfect combination of cushion and responsiveness
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Cons
Not that durable
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Verywell Fit
Best Budget
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Pros
Affordable
Lightweight
Versatile
Durable
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Cons
Some runners prefer more cushioning
Limited color choices in wide
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We ranked Asics Gel-Kayano 28 #9 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Verywell Fit
Best for Flat Feet
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Pros
Excellent for flat feet
Durable
Supportive and stable
Comfy and responsive
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Cons
Cushioning too much for some
May be too narrow for some
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Men'sHealth
Most Versatile Trainer
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Pros
New heel construction provides ample cushioning
Optimal shock absorption and arch support
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We ranked New Balance Fresh Foam 880v11 #10 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Verywell Fit
Best for Narrow Feet
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Pros
Excellent cushioning
Come in several widths and sizes
Durable
Lightweight but supportive
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Cons
May require breaking in
Run a bit small
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We ranked Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next% #11 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Forbes
Best Nike Running Shoes For Men
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Pros
Responsive design helps keep energy up during long runs.
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Cons
Lightweight fit and feel isn’t especially padded for runners who need extra support.
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We ranked Saucony Endorphin Speed 2 #12 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Runner's World
Versatile, Fast and Affordable
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Pros
PEBA-based foam is soft and bouncy
Nylon plate encourages quick turnover
Excels at training and racing speeds
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Cons
Snugger racer-style fit felt slightly short to some testers
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We ranked Adidas Ultraboost 21 #13 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Fit and Well
The best men's running shoes for comfort
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Pros
Recycled materials in construction
Supreme cushioning
Incredible energy return
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Cons
Built for comfort, not for speed
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We ranked Mizuno Wave Rider 25 #14 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Healthline
Best for high arches
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Pros
“waveknit” design is very breathable
lightweight shoe that’s under 10 ounces
good arch support
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Cons
may not be as comfortable as past models
correct sizing may be difficult for some users
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We ranked New Balance Fresh Foam 1080v11 #15 in July 2022 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best Men's Running Shoes” rankings.
Forbes
Best Cushioned Running Shoes
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Pros
Ultra-cushioning throughout to make any runner comfortable.
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Cons
A snug fit in the heel might rub some runners the wrong way.
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Verywell Fit
Best for Wide Feet
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Pros
Come in several different widths
Lightweight but well-cushioned
Stylish
Very comfortable
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Cons
Expensive
Not as durable as previous versions
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