Running shoes for heel strike pattern

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Nike Renew Ride 2

76

Decent

$100

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Salomon S/Lab Ultra
New

82

Good

Any color

$240

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Salomon Supercross 4

85

Good

$251

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ASICS Gel Pulse 13

80

Good

$107

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Brooks Divide 5 GTX
New

78

Decent

$225

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Kailas Fuga EX BOA

90

Superb

$244

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HOKA Cielo X1 2.0

89

Great

$275 $214

Save 22%

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Adidas Adistar 2.0

83

Good

$130 $86

Save 34%

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Adidas Runfalcon 2.0

80

Good

$60 $37

Save 38%

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New Balance Fresh Foam 860 v11

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Saucony Endorphin Pro+

91

Superb

Out of stock in all 40 shops
ASICS Trabuco Max 3

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Saucony Endorphin Pro 3

89

Great

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Saucony Endorphin Elite

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 40 shops
New Balance Fresh Foam X Garoe v2
New

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Brooks Aurora-BL

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 40 shops
ASICS Gel Cumulus 24

89

Great

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Nike ZoomX Invincible Run

89

Great

Out of stock in all 40 shops
ASICS GlideRide 3

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Brooks Trace 2

88

Great

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Salomon XA Pro 3D V8

89

Great

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Hoka Gaviota 3

87

Great

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Kailas Fuga EX 3
New

87

Great

Out of stock in all 40 shops
TYR Maverick V1 Runner
New

83

Good

Out of stock in all 40 shops
ASICS Gel Kayano Lite 3

84

Good

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Kailas Fuga YAO

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Salomon Phantasm 2

75

Bad

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Kailas Fuga Pro 4

86

Good

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Kailas Fuga EX 2

85

Good

Out of stock in all 40 shops
Kailas Fuga Elite 2

83

Good

Out of stock in all 40 shops

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Terrain
- Road (314)
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Pace
- Daily running / easy (257)
- Tempo / speed (67)
- Competition / race (38)
Brand
Heel to toe drop
- 5mm - 8mm (2)
- 9mm - 12mm (323)
- 13mm and above (69)
Use
- Long distance (136)
- Jogging (257)
- All-day wear (73)
- Walking (218)
- For beginners (70)
- Treadmill (156)
- Off-trail (21)
- Hiking (35)
- Triathlon (29)
- Mud (21)
Pronation
- Overpronation (53)
- Neutral pronation (340)
- Supination (341)
- Underpronation (341)
Audience score
- 90 and above (63)
- 80-89 (239)
- 70-79 (31)
- 60-69 (1)
Width / Fit
- Narrow (134)
- Medium (239)
- Wide (21)
Release date
- 2025 (88)
- 2024 (119)
- 2023 (85)
- 2022 (45)
- 2021 or older (57)
- New (38)
- Hide low stock (316)
- Hide previous models (218)
Race distance
- Marathon (29)
- Half marathon (32)
- 5K and 10K (22)
- Ultra (12)
Toebox width
- Narrow (47)
- Medium (197)
- Wide (50)
Features
- Carbon plate (53)
- Rocker (136)
- Orthotic friendly (362)
- Removable insole (362)
- Rock plate (14)
- Sockless wear (52)
- Sustainable (87)
- Slip-On (9)
- Expensive (26)
Strike Pattern
- Forefoot/Midfoot strike (+461)
- Heel strike
Heel stack
- 25 mm - 30 mm (15)
- 30 mm - 35 mm (163)
- 35 mm - 40 mm (171)
- 40 mm or more (45)
Type
- For heavy runners (39)
- Lightweight (78)
- For big guys (38)
- Maximalist (216)
- Comfortable (74)
- Cushioned (201)
- Supershoe (16)
- Supertrainer (23)
Price
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- $100 - $130 (248)
- $130 - $150 (244)
- $150 - $170 (217)
- Above $170 (253)
- Cheap (71)
- Expensive (60)
Width
- Wide (394)
- X-Wide (394)
- Normal
- Narrow (394)
Arch support
- Stability (53)
- Neutral (340)
Condition
- Flat Feet (54)
- Plantar fasciitis (27)
- Shin splints (24)
- Achilles tendonitis (19)
- Hallux rigidus (7)
- Bunions (8)
Midsole softness
- Soft (148)
- Balanced (157)
- Firm (28)
Breathability
- Breathable (82)
- Moderate (202)
- Warm (55)
Outsole durability
- Good (178)
- Decent (73)
- Bad (18)
Toebox durability
- Good (81)
- Decent (137)
- Bad (67)
Waterproofing
- Waterproof (15)
- Water repellent (2)
Season
- Winter (20)
- Summer (82)
- All seasons (319)
Forefoot stack
- 15 mm - 20 mm (30)
- 20 mm - 25 mm (159)
- 25 mm - 30 mm (149)
- 30 mm or more (56)
Arch Type
- High arch (340)
- Low arch (53)
Stiffness
- Flexible (14)
- Moderate (159)
- Stiff (210)
Heel padding durability
- Good (154)
- Decent (75)
- Bad (53)
Energy return
- High (48)
- Moderate (73)
- Low (95)
Trail terrain
- Light (58)
- Moderate (49)
- Technical (15)
Weight
- 5.3oz and below (8)
- 7.1oz - 8.8oz (70)
- 8.8oz - 10.6oz (222)
- 10.6oz - 12.3oz (83)
- 12.3oz and above (11)
Color
Shock absorption
- High (109)
- Moderate (90)
- Low (20)
Collection
Heel counter stiffness
- Flexible (103)
- Moderate (124)
- Stiff (139)
Deals
- On sale (262)
- Deals (183)
- Outlet (126)
- Under $100 (205)
- Under $50 (38)
Discount
- 70% and above (1)
- 50% - 69% (61)
- 30% - 49% (176)
- 30% and below (362)
Torsional rigidity
- Flexible (47)
- Moderate (113)
- Stiff (216)
Technology
- Gore-Tex (15)
- Vibram (18)
- Ortholite (26)
- BOA (1)
Lug depth
- Below 3 mm (21)
- 3 mm - 4 mm (38)
- 4 mm and above (21)
Traction
- High (112)
- Moderate (67)
- Low (9)
Material
- Mesh (323)
- Knit (65)
- Reflective (137)
- Vegan (52)
Difference in midsole softness in cold
- Small (194)
- Normal (100)
- Big (39)

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