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Icebug Järv RB9X

87

Great

Any color

$220

See on Backcountry
ASICS Superblast

91

Superb

Out of stock in all 36 shops
Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3
New

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 36 shops
ASICS Novablast 3

91

Superb

Out of stock in all 36 shops
ASICS Magic Speed 3

91

Superb

Out of stock in all 36 shops
ASICS GT 1000 12

84

Good

Out of stock in all 36 shops
Adidas Adizero Adios 8

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 36 shops
Diadora Gara Carbon

89

Great

Out of stock in all 36 shops
Adidas Adistar BYD
New

84

Good

Out of stock in all 36 shops
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max

82

Good

Out of stock in all 36 shops
Kailas Fuga EX Pro

83

Good

Out of stock in all 36 shops
TYR Maverick V1 Runner

85

Good

Out of stock in all 36 shops
ALLSWIFIT Active5K
New

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 36 shops
Ortuseight Solar 2.0
New

N/A

Not enough reviews yet

Out of stock in all 36 shops
Darimati BR-001
New

85

Good

Out of stock in all 36 shops

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86 mm - 102 mm

86 mm 102 mm
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3.5 oz 15 oz
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16 mm 42 mm
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0.12 0.96
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1.8 mm 5.5 mm
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If you're somebody who's particular about what they feel underfoot, we've got several well-cushioned running shoes that will satisfy your desires. We've tested several shoes with extreme attention to detail - checking firmness, stack height, and everything in between so that you'll find something that your feet will really like. Our selection of cushioned walking shoe reviews includes high-drop and low-drop shoes, stiff and flexible pairs, and firm and plush-cushioned ones so that you can find the optimal cushioned shoe for you.