Running shoes for heel strike pattern

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Brooks Trace 2

88

Great

Out of stock in all 41 shops
ASICS Novablast 2

89

Great

Out of stock in all 41 shops
ASICS GlideRide 3

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Salomon XA Pro 3D V8

89

Great

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Hoka Gaviota 3

87

Great

Out of stock in all 41 shops
ASICS Gel Nimbus Lite 3

89

Great

Out of stock in all 41 shops
ASICS Gel Kinsei Max

82

Good

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Brooks Launch GTS 10

84

Good

Out of stock in all 41 shops
ASICS Gel Kayano Lite 3

84

Good

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 38 FlyEase

77

Decent

Out of stock in all 41 shops
TYR Maverick V1 Runner

83

Good

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Kailas Fuga YAO

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Kailas Fuga Pro 4

86

Good

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Kailas Fuga EX 2

85

Good

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Salomon Phantasm 2

74

Bad

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Kailas Fuga Elite 2

83

Good

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Kailas Fuga DU

81

Good

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Kailas Phantom 3.0

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 41 shops
Kailas Flythorn Air 2.0

90

Superb

Out of stock in all 41 shops

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Terrain
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Pace
- Daily running / easy (268)
- Tempo / speed (72)
- Competition / race (39)
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Heel to toe drop
- 5mm - 8mm (2)
- 9mm - 12mm (336)
- 13mm and above (71)
Use
- Long distance (145)
- Jogging (268)
- All-day wear (80)
- Walking (226)
- For beginners (76)
- Treadmill (161)
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Pronation
- Overpronation (56)
- Neutral pronation (353)
- Supination (354)
- Underpronation (354)
Audience score
- 90 and above (64)
- 80-89 (250)
- 70-79 (29)
- 60-69 (2)
Width / Fit
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Toebox width
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- Medium (206)
- Wide (51)
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- 2022 (45)
- 2021 or older (58)
- New (26)
- Hide low stock (303)
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Race distance
- Marathon (31)
- Half marathon (34)
- 5K and 10K (22)
- Ultra (13)
Strike Pattern
- Forefoot/Midfoot strike (+481)
- Heel strike
Type
- For heavy runners (43)
- Comfortable (78)
- Lightweight (84)
- Maximalist (229)
- For big guys (42)
- Cushioned (214)
- Super shoe (16)
- Super trainer (25)
Heel stack
- 25 mm - 30 mm (15)
- 30 mm - 35 mm (165)
- 35 mm - 40 mm (182)
- 40 mm or more (47)
Energy return
- High (51)
- Moderate (78)
- Low (101)
Price
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- $130 - $160 (256)
- $160 - $180 (182)
- Above $180 (204)
- Cheap (75)
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Width
- Wide (409)
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- Normal
- Narrow (409)
Features
- Carbon plate (54)
- Rocker (144)
- Orthotic friendly (377)
- Removable insole (377)
- Rock plate (14)
- Sockless wear (52)
- Sustainable (87)
- Slip-On (9)
- Expensive (26)
Shock absorption
- High (115)
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- Low (21)
Arch support
- Stability (56)
- Neutral (353)
Midsole softness
- Soft (152)
- Balanced (168)
- Firm (28)
Condition
- Flat Feet (56)
- Plantar fasciitis (33)
- Achilles tendonitis (23)
- Shin splints (29)
- Bunions (8)
- Hallux rigidus (9)
Breathability
- Breathable (87)
- Moderate (208)
- Warm (59)
Outsole durability
- Good (188)
- Decent (77)
- Bad (18)
Waterproofing
- Waterproof (15)
- Water repellent (2)
Toebox durability
- Good (83)
- Decent (148)
- Bad (69)
Forefoot stack
- 15 mm - 20 mm (30)
- 20 mm - 25 mm (163)
- 25 mm - 30 mm (158)
- 30 mm or more (58)
Stiffness
- Flexible (14)
- Moderate (166)
- Stiff (218)
Season
- Winter (21)
- Summer (87)
- All seasons (334)
Arch Type
- High arch (353)
- Low arch (56)
Heel padding durability
- Good (163)
- Decent (80)
- Bad (53)
Trail terrain
- Light (60)
- Moderate (50)
- Technical (15)
Weight
- 5.3oz and below (8)
- 7.1oz - 8.8oz (76)
- 8.8oz - 10.6oz (231)
- 10.6oz - 12.3oz (83)
- 12.3oz and above (11)
Heel counter stiffness
- Flexible (105)
- Moderate (127)
- Stiff (149)
Color
Collection
Traction
- High (125)
- Moderate (68)
- Low (9)
Torsional rigidity
- Flexible (49)
- Moderate (116)
- Stiff (226)
Deals
- On sale (283)
- Deals (207)
- Outlet (128)
- Under $100 (220)
- Under $50 (41)
Technology
- Gore-Tex (15)
- Vibram (18)
- Ortholite (28)
- BOA (1)
Lug depth
- Below 3 mm (22)
- 3 mm - 4 mm (39)
- 4 mm and above (21)
Discount
- 70% and above (9)
- 50% - 69% (65)
- 30% - 49% (200)
- 30% and below (372)
Material
- Mesh (337)
- Knit (65)
- Vegan (53)
- Reflective (143)
Difference in midsole softness in cold
- Small (208)
- Normal (101)
- Big (39)

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