The Best Running Trainers For 2024
Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next, £103 | Nike
Another iteration of Nike’s popular Alphafly range, the NEXT% blurs the lines between a trainer and a racer. Compared to other carbon racing shoes, it's more cushioned and stable, making it good for anything from a 5k to a marathon. They look good, too.
Who Wears Them: Peter John, who definitely likes to look good while he’s running
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Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 Shoes, £140 | New Balance
When it comes to uneven ground, you'll want a shoe that is reactive to the terrain yet protective of the foot. New Balance’s trainers are a real ‘door-to-trail’ kind of shoe. This pair has a generous amount of foam on the midsole, so won’t feel the impact from any rocks or debris underfoot. This is the pair to pick for a smooth journey.
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Cloud Boom Echo 3, £265 | On
This premium option is now in its third iteration and remains a favourite of the running set. Built for high performance, with high-impact protection and energy return, they are designed for pushing limits.
Who Wears Them: William Goodge, the friend of SLMan who ran across America
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GT-2000 12 Trainers, £140 | Asics
Trainers built for stability have been getting bigger and bigger recently, but Asics has taken a more streamlined approach with its GT-2000. This isn’t the shoe if you want heavy structure – it’s got a mesh upper and a lack of carbon plating – but if you’re on the flat-footed side of perfect tekkers, they will provide a welcome bit of support.
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Clifton LS Satisfy Running, £185 | Hoka
If you prefer the route less taken, this robust pair is ideal for trail running. HOKA’s are built different and can really tackle anything you can throw at them – thanks to waterproof panelling, toggle fasteners and a chunky mid-sole.
Who Wears Them: Running shoe connoisseur Ben Felton
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TechLoom Tracer, £275 | APL
The sleek Tracer is more trainer than racer. The sole is more durable than others on this list, with rubber traction pads placed in high-wear areas for extra longevity. The cushioned midsoles offer great shock absorption and comfort, making them ideal for long stints on the treadmill.
Alphafly 2 ‘Eliud Kipchoge’, £232 (were £290) | Nike
These ones look like they’ve come from the future. The distinctive, uber-thick sole is super lightweight, with enough bounce to help propel your strides. The 2s are slightly heavier than their predecessor overall, but offer more stability for longer runs.
Who Wears Them: Elliot Clements-Hill during last year’s London Marathon
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Endorphin Elite, £280 | Saucony
The headline feature here is the remarkable 95% energy return from each stride. There’s also a high-performance carbon plate for swift transitions.
Who Wears Them: Ultra marathoner Jonny Davies
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