Amanda Furrer

When I lace up for a day on the dirt, I know my trail running shoes are the only thing separating me from the rocks, roots, and miles of pure, unadulterated trail shenanigans.

“All you need is a pair of shoes to start running” isn't exactly truthful. If you hate your toenails and heels, by all means, wear Converse high-tops.

The rundown: When choosing between the Saucony Guide 19 vs. Asics Gel-Kayano 33, consider your cushioning preference and fit.

The New Balance team told that the SuperComp Elite v6 was inspired by the brand's sponsored elites.

Our testers logged speedwork and long runs to see if New Balance’s latest super shoe delivers.

The rundown: The Eliot Ryder is a sporty, capable max-cushioned trainer with a resilient, lightweight, responsive drop-in A-TPU midsole.

The rundown: The Vanish Carbon 3 is a fast, stable racer, with an aggressive rocker profile, full-length PEBA foam, and a split-toe carbon plate.

The best walking shoe for most people is the Asics Gel-Cumulus 28. After testing dozens of shoes over hundreds of miles, we found its

A softer ride, secure fit, and aggressive rocker make this Brooks racer stand out.

The rundown: The Brooks Hyperion Elite 6, a pure PEBA racer, has a steeper carbon plate and rocker to provide a more aggressive ride than its predecessors.