Facts

  • Terrain
    Terrain

    Road

    Shoes best for road, track and light gravel. See the best road shoes.

    Trail

    Shoes best for trail, off road, mountains and other unstable surfaces. See the best trail shoes.

    Good to know

    As long as you stick to the road or path, and if you want just one running shoe, buy a road running shoe.

  • Arch support
    Arch support

    Neutral / cushion / high arch

    Shoes for runners who do not need any additional arch support (Around 50% of runners). Best for people with normal, high or medium high arches. See the best neutral shoes.

    Stability / overpronation / normal arch

    Shoes for runners who need mild to moderate arch support (Around 45% of runners). Best for runners with a low arch. See the best stability shoes.

    Motion control / severe overpronation / flat feet

    Shoes for runners who needs a lot of arch support. Best for runners with flat feet. See the best motion control shoes.

    Good to know

    - Rule of thumb: If in doubt, buy neutral shoes to avoid injuries.
    - More about arch support in this video.
    - Find your arch type by following steps from this video.

  • Use
    Use

    Daily running

    Cushioned shoes for your daily easy running. Great comfort. See best shoes for daily running.

    Competition

    Lightweight shoes good for races, interval training, tempo runs and fartlek. Here are the best competition running shoes.

    Good to know

    If you want just one pair of shoes, buy a shoe for daily running.

  • Price
    Price
    $155
  • Weight
    Weight
    Men: 7.6oz
    Women: 6.2oz
  • Heel to toe drop
    Heel to toe drop
    Men: 2mm
    Women: 2mm

    The height difference from the heel to the forefoot, also known as heel drop, toe spring, heel to toe spring or simply drop.

    There are many opinions about what a good heel drop is. We do not recommend any in particular. Lean more in this video.

  • Heel height
    Heel height
    Men: 26mm
    Women: 26mm
  • Forefoot height
    Forefoot height
    Men: 24mm
    Women: 24mm
  • Width
    Width
    Men: normal
    Women: normal
  • Release date
    Release date
    Unknown
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Summary

We spent 7.8 hours reading reviews from experts and users. In summary, this is what runners think:

5 reasons to buy

  • The Newton Distance Elite is a very lightweight shoe.
  • The seamless upper construction gives a comfortable fit, according to most runners.
  • Most runners applauded the Action/Reaction technology in the outsole of the shoes that promotes a very firm but comfortable ride.
  • Some runners pointed out the fast-drying, breathable mesh of the Distance Elite.
  • Overall construction of the shoe is durable as noted in most reviews.

2 reasons not to buy

  • Moderately high-priced shoe.
  • Some runners observed that this shoe has an excessively wide toe box.

Bottom line

The Newton Distance Elite is a perfect training partner that offers good arch support, a responsive, lightweight, and efficient ride. The overall construction of the shoe gained positive responses in most reviews. This shoe is ideal for road performance as well.

Rankings

Top 6% overall
Best running shoes
Top 9% Newton
Best Newton running shoes
Bottom 40% most popular
Most popular road running shoes

Expert Reviews

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84 / 100 based on 4 expert reviews

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Updates to Newton Distance Elite

  • Speed and flexibility on the road are the main points in the introduction of the Distance Elite from Newton. With several parts taken from several of its most popular shoes, the Distance Elite offers lightweight cushioning, low to the ground feel, and durability with decent support for high-mileage runs.
  • Newton introduces this shoe as a great option for those who are looking for a really light shoe with more than enough cushioning for long distances. The sole is a bit firm, which helps runners picks up speed. It is also a bit of an oddity for a shoe designed for fast-paced runs as it has a wide toe box.
  • The highlight of this shoe is the use of the brand exclusive Action/Reaction tech that really softens the blow of the impact and offers a substantial return of energy, which is simply what serious athletes and racers are looking for in a performance shoe.
  • The smooth heel to toe transition created by the full-length midsole and the Action/Reaction lugs in the outsole enhance the speed and efficiency on the road.

Newton Distance Elite size and fit

The Newton Distance Elite has a very athletic fit that hugs the foot like a second skin in the heel and the midfoot. From the midfoot, it widens to a very roomy toe box that should allow the shoe to help runners with slightly wider or flat feet feel more comfortable. Available width is the standard D for men’s and B for women’s. The sizing is accurate in this shoe and is offered in the following: 7 to 15 for the men’s and 5 to 11 for the women’s.


Outsole

The outsole features the unique Action/Reaction lugs that are situated right beneath the metatarsals. Based on their study, this never-seen-before outsole design gives ultimate responsiveness and underfoot protection. A high-density rubber is used in the forefoot for traction and durability while a carbon rubber is utilized in the heel for protection against wear and tear.


Midsole

The Newton Distance Elite’s midsole is also pretty minimal, due to the racing structure of the shoe. In place is the Action/ Reaction Technology, which can be seen in the forefoot and heel. These are in the form of external lugs that compress to absorb the shock forces when running and release the collected energy during toe-off. Aside from the energy-return properties of the shoe, the Met-flex grooves in the forefoot improve the foot’s ability to flex naturally. The runner can also expect a comfortable cushioning in the underfoot, because of the EVA midsole.


Upper

The main coverage is made up of open mesh, a breathable and quick-drying material that will keep the foot dry and cool. Minimal overlays are fitted in strategic areas for better support and helps with the secure fit and foot-hugging wrap. In an effort to reduce irritation and bacteria, the brand incorporated the ETC sock liner and metatarsal stretch panels in the forefoot to maintain a healthy and hotspot-free environment. The slip-proof laces are also present with double-eyelets, as well as the strobe last that ensures a smooth underfoot feel. A toe cap that is a bit thicker with enough flexibility prevents the toes from getting bruised.

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