running gear:
Top 10 Shoes of 2014
Giving runners a great starting point for finding the perfect shoe, FORTIUS Media Group, LLC, in partnership with Cregg Weinmann, the Running Network’s footwear and apparel editor since 1998, reveals its top 10 shoes of 2014. “We asked Cregg Weinmann to pick the 10 top running
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shoes of 2014 for our readers and give a quick rationale for his choices. Cregg did north of 200 shoe reviews in 2014, which are provided to our readers daily on www.runningnetwork. com and www.runningproductreviews.com ,” noted Larry Eder, FORTIUS Media’s publishing director.
Here are Cregg’s picks for the top 10 shoes of 2014, including a variety of shoe types, brands, and prices:
adidas Response Boost – $100 “The Response Boost is the best buy of all the Boost shoes, in part because the amount of EVA surrounding the Boost foam provides a durable, responsive feel. This price range has not had a better shoe, to my memory.” Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index. php/shoes/training/2014-autumn-trainers/610adidas-response-boost-100
Newton Kismet – $129 “The Kismet is one of those shoes that’s an assemblage of the best work that a brand has produced. It may be the start of something better to come – one can only hope.” Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/shoes/training/2014fall-award-winners/560-newton-kismet-129
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2 Brooks Glycerin 12– $150
“The Glycerin incorporated a variety of upgrades that may have been missed by many who could benefit from them. The premium price may have deterred some, but it just might be what they were looking for.”
by Cregg Weinmann
Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/shoes/ training/2014-fall-award-winners/558-brooks-glycerin-12-150
Saucony Kinvara 5 – $100 “The Kinvara didn’t win an award in the shoe review this year, finishing a close second. It makes this list because of its fit, ride, and performance—all the reasons it has been a success for Saucony.” Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/shoes/training/2014-fall-training/582-saucony-kinvara-5-100
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running gear:
Top 10 Shoes of 2014
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“The Huaka seemingly came out of nowhere, its hybrid-like features striking a better balance than many of the other Hoka shoes. Whether it hits a home run or not, it points to what’s possible with the brand.” Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/shoes/ training/2014-fall-award-winners/559-hoka-one-one-huaka-150
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Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/ shoes/training/2014-fall-award-winners/557-adidas-adizero-boston boost-5-120
ASICS Super J33 – $100
“The Super J33 was a surprisingly good minimal shoe. Not surprising that ASICS couldn’t do something innovative, but that it took longer than necessary. It was worth the wait, though.” Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/shoes/ training/2014-spring-minimalist/485-asics-super-j-33-100
Nike Zoom Fly – $90
“The Zoom Fly was a surprise from Nike. Not that it couldn’t be done (it should be every season), but that it was such a good shoe and at such a great price.” Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/shoes/ training/2014-spring/464-nike-zoom-fly-90
adidas Boston Boost – $120
“The Boston Boost was anticipated, then proved to be as good as expected. Durable, great ride, snug, and sleek fit— this shoe is worthy of the Boston name.”
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Hoka One One Huaka – $150
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ASICS Gel-DS Racer – $110
“The Gel-DS Racer is versatile enough for speed work as well as a variety of racing distances from short and quick to about as far as you’d like to race.” Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/shoes/ racing/2014-summer-racing/524-asics-gel-ds-racer-10-110
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Montrail Fluid Flex 2 – $90
“The Fluid Flex 2 was updated with a more supportive upper to go with its light and flexible chassis. Who doesn’t need a trail racing shoe?” Full review at http://runningproductreviews.com/index.php/shoes/ trail/2014-summer-trail/534-montrail-fluid-flex-ii-90
* For more information on all top 10 shoes of 2014 and many others, go to www.runningproductreviews.com *