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With running shoe technology advancing season after season, propelling elite runners to world records, older runners to new levels of comfort and longevity, and trail runners to new heights, shoe prices tend to go up, up, up. There’s good reason for that—high-end materials like carbon fiber, BOA lacing systems, and nitrogen-infused cushioning composites are expensive, as is the research and development behind such creations.
But with these advancements comes the ability for shoe companies to apply versions of those technologies to other shoes in their lines. These models tout smatterings of trickle-down tech, combined with less-pricey materials and design features—and can be excellent tools for budget-minded runners, beginners, and those who just like the feel of a simpler shoe for their daily miles.
The following models may not propel you to an out-of-body…
