Boost is basically the Lunarlon of Adidas. The cushioning provided by this material is another that’s simply “out of this world”. Since the inception of the Boost material into the designs of many Adidas shoes, the overall level of quality has gone up tremendously. These shoes are an example of that. A great thing about this material is that, due to its make, wearers don’t have to worry about over-compression; it will feel amazing while on foot for a very long time. Another great thing is that it’s lightweight and responds rather well to the needs of the wearer’s foot as well; this is something that’s completely necessary considering the use that one will likely put these shoes through.

EVA rubber is, much like it’s foam counterpart, is relatively good at providing wearers with both grip and longevity while in use. The cool thing about the outsole on these shoes is that it’s actually perforated; this means that it will move to the rhythm of the wearer’s foot much easier than the standard shoe and, that it exposes the other materials in its design such as the midsole foam; alongside the exposed areas of the foam in the sole unit, there are also waffle portions which aid in the shoe’s ability to dig into the surface it’s being used on.

Surprisingly, for this shoe to be a Boost enhanced model, it doesn’t sell for too high of a price; it’s actually rather affordable. With that being said, the design of the PureBoost men's Adidas sneakers is one that makes use of features that many shoes simply lack. The lightweight feel, which stems from both the perforated and minimal upper, as well as the rubber in the sole unit, allows this shoe to be very enjoyable to the foot of the wearer. This is where this amazing shoe’s added value stems from, the comfort provided by the technologies in it’s design.

Flyknit is just one of those materials that shoes shouldn’t go without. This material, when compared to various other types of mesh/knit shoe types stands out simply because of the high-tensile strength it has; it isn’t very often one gets a shoe such as this that provides the level of security and stability that this one provides. Another cool thing to note about the Flyknit incorporated into the upper of this shoe is that it’s pieced together in a sort of bootie shape which actually secures the foot even better than if it were various pieces put together.

Lunarlon foam is simply, for lack of a better word, amazing. This material actually does give one the feeling of being able to provide wearers with what they need in order to comfortably run for relatively long periods of time. When compared to the comfort and support provided by say an EVA midsole, this material does a relatively good job of conforming to the curves of the forefoot and the heel section; these are the most important parts of the foot when it comes to cushioning and this shoe manages to take care of them.

At the current price, these shoes can definitely be considered inexpensive; especially for a pair of Nike shoes. The way these shoes come together to provide wearers with the comfort that they need in order to function on the terrain of their choice is impeccable. In addition to the price of the actual shoe being relatively low, it also has features which enable it to provide wearers with what they need in terms of comfort and security while they are in use; these shoes are simply amazing and kind of worth every penny paid.

The cushioning works directly inline with the materials in the design as well as the name of the shoe. If the A Bound cushioning in the midsole of the Torin 3.5 isn’t “smart,” then I seriously don’t know what is anymore. This A Bound foam allows wearers to have what they’d need in terms of cushioning simply because it makes use of anti-compression tech. If you’ve ever worn a Boost shoe then you likely understand the effect that this cushioning has on the longevity of the sho; it increases it tremendously.

Something that many shoes tend to lack nowadays is reflective upper materials; this is why I was kind of glad that Altra made sure to include their 3D reflective materials in the design of the upper of this shoe. The use of reflective materials provides wearers with an adequate level of security while they are making use of their shoes; this works very well when individuals are wearing their shoes in dimly-lit areas.

Here’s the kicker about the Torin 3.5, it’s kind of very expensive. With all of the technologies included, it makes sense for one to have to spend a decent chunk of money when it’s purchased. With that being said, if you can afford to spend a higher than average amount on a shoe of the Torin 3.5’s caliber, then you definitely won’t regret it. The functionality that comes from the technology included allows this shoe to provide wearers with what they need in terms of usability and longevity when purchased.

Contragrip is, yes you guessed it, a material of Salomon’s own design; they did a very good job with it too. This material allows the Sonic Pro to have excellent longevity simply because of the thick nature it has. In addition to the added longevity it provides the shoe with, (as its name suggests) these shoes provide wearers with an excellent level of grip during use; the ridged outsole allows wearers to really stick to the surface the shoe is being worn on.

Adding a sock-liner to the design of any shoe is bound to increase the overall comfort of the shoe overall; that’s exactly what it does with this shoe. The design of the Sonic Pro makes use of a sock-liner on the inner portion of the shoe, allowing it to provide a moisture-wicking feature to its design as well. The moisture-wicking feature this shoe has is allowed simply by the fact that the design of the sock-liner makes use of an absorbent fabric; this fabric does a great job of soaking up the sweat excreted by the foot of the wearer.

One of the best thing to make note of with this particular shoe is that it isn’t at all expensive; in fact, it can actually be considered quite inexpensive. The low price of this model is honestly all that one would need in order to obtain a decent level of value from its purchase; this goes along well with other features present in the design of the Sonic Pro. With all things being considered, this is yet another model that one would likely not want to miss out on purchasing, it’s a steal.

One of the most noteworthy features of this shoe is the outsole featured in its design. The heel of the outsole features the Mizuno Cloudwave technology which allows the shoe to provide wearers with what they need in terms of responsiveness when in use. The responsiveness stems from the curved section in the heel of the shoe which allows it to provide a natural transition; this natural transition works in tandem with the other materials of the sole unit to provide wearers with what they need in terms of comfort during longer runs, thereby reducing fatigue of the foot.

There is really no technology quite like the U4IC midsole tech incorporated into the midsole of this shoe. This cushioning foam is incredible at cushioning one’s ride in the shoe; it may come as a surprise to many but this feeling is one that actually makes runs in this shoe a bit more enjoyable. Unlike the feeling received by a shoe with a midsole made of say, EVA, this cushioning actually manages to reduce the level of compression undergone when one places their full weight onto this shoe; it’s one that allows for an insane level of comfort for a relatively long length of time.

When it comes to high-end running shoes, prices tend to stay in the higher end of the spectrum; luckily, with these shoes, they are about average. This means that when one goes to actually purchase a pair of these fantastically designed shoes, they can expect to pay a price that is nothing short of reasonable. Another plus with the Mizuno Wave Rider 20 is that, while the price is reasonable, they are higher end shoes; meaning they hold a higher level of quality and comfort than typical running shoes. The value of this particular pair of shoes actually stems from that inconsistency; one purchases a higher end shoe for a price that’s relatively affordable.

Have you ever heard of a Biomechanical sensor plate being included in the midsole of any shoe on the market today? No? I didn’t think so. To improve the energy return or bounce provided by this shoe, Newton included a plate in its design which would allow it to provide wearers with a responsive feel. While this would usually make the midsole of the shoe kind of stiff, it doesn’t with this shoe, which is a pleasant surprise. This plate also somewhat dulls the shock of running along a road of any type, which is a plus, especially for reducing foot fatigue.

Well, an antibacterial lining can do two things for a shoe; it can improve the moisture-wicking ability that it has and also enable it to reduce the accumulation of smells in the design. The anti-bacterial lining found in the design of this particular shoe allows it to do both of these things. If you’ve ever worn a shoe without socks for any length of time, then you likely understand exactly what it is that this material does for the foot.

Here’s the good thing (or one of the good things) about this shoe, it’s inexpensive. To buy this shoe, one would spend an amount that could easily be replaced. The price of these shoes is so low that one would likely be able to replace the shoes themselves if they were to come into any unforeseen circumstances. With that being said, the value of this model stems from both the low price and the various features that it has present.

Running shoes that are lightweight immediately best shoes that are not; it’s just a rule that has managed to stand for a very long time. With that being said, these shoes have a design which enables them to be relatively lightweight due to the use of the various lightweight materials incorporated into the design. For instance, the design of the sole makes use of their state of the art cushioning system while the upper is made of a thin mesh material; these features come together to give wearers an amazing feel while these shoes are being worn.

Every brand appears to have its signature foam material; EGO appears to Altra’s. While many of the materials that are other shoe midsoles are made of tend to come from a standard foam material, this EGO “foam” doesn’t feel like it does. This has to be said because of the bouncy, somewhat springy, feel these shoes have; when these shoes are worn, wearers understand that their feet will feel a level of cushioning they haven’t felt from various other shoes. Also, it’s somewhat important wearers make note of the lack of compression that the midsole of these shoes tend to go through while they are worn; this is a sign that the cushioning provided by these shoes will last.

With great comfort, comes a relatively greater price. One must be prepared to spend a decent sum of money if they are to buy a pair of shoes such as these. Again, while the price of these shoes may be kind of high (as with any Altra shoe) one will be buying a shoe that will last for a time long enough to justify its purchase; this model holds(and adds) value because of this and the various other features that it has.

Now obviously the upper on these shoes is designed from a mesh material; that much can be inferred simply by looking at the title of this buying guide. The thing that switches things up though is the fact that the shoe makes use a material that is inherent to Skechers’ brand is rather lowkey, GoKnit mesh. This material conforms to the foot and allows wearers to have what they need in terms of comfort by doing so. In addition to this, the fact that the mesh material is rather thin also allows it to be both breathable and lightweight; these are a better pair of running shoes because of the addition of this material.

5Gen cushioning is a cushioning material that’s unlike no other. It provides both support and protection from impact through its use of the various levels of foam included in its design; it’s relatively unique in this way. In addition to the midsole and its use of this material, it also provides wearers with what they need in terms of responsiveness (with a bit of help by the drop featured in its design). Running in these shoes can be likened to running in a pair of rather thing clouds; it’s amazing.

The cost of these shoes can be considered, low; that’s about other brands of shoes. In comparison to the Skechers line as a whole, the cost of this particular model can be considered rather high; that’s only because of the specialized nature of the shoe itself. With that being said, the shoe isn’t the most expensive shoe by a long shot; allowing it to immediately provide patrons with a level of value. The different levels of features in the design of this particular model also allow it to provide wearers with what they need in terms of value and security.

To have an upper made with Saucony’s ISO-Fit design is to have an upper that’s meant to provide all of the comfort and security one could need while the shoe is being worn. The ISO-Fit design of this shoes upper means that it wraps around the foot and provides all the support one would need to fully function on say, a road, or other multi-level terrain. The various layers in the shoe’s design also do a great deal to aid in reducing the overall weight of the shoe itself when in use.

Everun cushioning is Saucony’s version of Adidas’ Boost or Nike Lunarfoam; this material is simply amazing. The way it cushions the heel and various other contours of the foot as well as the support it provides works wonders for the wearer’s foot overall. The great thing about the cushioning the sole unit of this shoe provides is that it works incredibly well with the features of the ISO-Fit upper; these two materials come together to make a relatively amazing overall shoe design.

Here’s the one shocker about this shoe; it’s kind of expensive. The Freedom ISO sells for a price that may just well cause individuals to run and hide. The cool thing about the price of the shoe is that it is very well-justified by the various materials incorporated into the design of the shoe itself. With that being said, the value of this item stems from the materials and technologies incorporated into its design. There are very few shoes like it, and there will likely be few like it in the coming years.

When one purchases a shoe of the Fli-Lyte 2’s caliber, they expect to get a shoe with a relatively large drop. This is the main reason why the drop on this shoe is somewhat surprising. The Fli-Lite 2 features a relatively insignificant drop of around 3mm; this means that the stack height for this shoe (or the difference between the height of the heel and the toe box is minuscule). A shoe with a low drop is great at providing wearers with what they need in terms of ease of movement and, due to the cushioning which supports this drop, of being fairly comfortable.

Although the design of this shoe appears to be somewhat bulky, it weighs very little (in comparison to its size and usage). These shoes weigh roughly 8.4 oz’s, which implies that wearers will experience several things when the shoe is actually on foot. One of the most important things that one will experience while these shoes are on foot is less fatigue during movement. This means wearers won't have to worry about the shoe “dragging them down” when worn; during the longer runs, this is very helpful.

The price for these bad boys, much like the price of the previous pair is honestly, not bad. They sell for a price which allows them to be very affordable and, due to their being fairly durable won’t worry wearers as to whether or not they’ll break down after a few wears in them. This is one of the areas in which the value of this pair of shoes stems from; you won’t have to worry about constantly purchasing shoes and, they are incredibly comfortable to boot!