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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.
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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.
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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.
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Price€170
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WeightMen: 306gWomen: 247g
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Heel to toe dropMen: 11mmWomen: 11mm
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.
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WidthMen: NormalWomen: Normal
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Release dateUnknown
Expert Reviews
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88 / 100 based on 6 expert reviews
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This is one pretty looking shoe. It felt secure on my foot and I like the sole. It’s soft without being too squishy and has a supportive insole.
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The fit and comfort are strengths of this shoe. The Flywire system is great because it is lightweight, looks good, and it comfortably wraps the foot while locking it into the shoe.
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Does a jolly well job for a stability shoe, and somewhat comes across as a successor to the Nike Equalon in a looser sense of the word.
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The substantial heel counter and side paneling provided exceptional security and stability
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For runners who are used to a midfoot strike, there may be some difference in the experience as less energy is available for propulsion when most of it is absorbed by the cushion.
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This is one pretty looking shoe. It felt secure on my foot and I like the sole. It’s soft without being too squishy and has a supportive insole.
- The 4th version of the LunarEclipse is an update to a series that has captured the trust of many runners. Though it’s a young series, it has developed a following among those who want a running experience that’s well supported, but not too restrictive. This shoe features systems that ensure the safety, security and stability of the foot, yet they do not make the foot feel like it’s encumbered by a lot of mechanisms.
- The upper unit of this running shoe uses a mesh material that has been engineered to look like a cloth that’s woven onto the shoe. The soft material has an open construction, which allows the air to easily keep the interior cool and dry. Cables are integrated into the mid-foot section of the upper and connected to the lacing system for a snug, but customizable fit.
- The mid-sole utilizes a springy foam that’s placed inside a carrier that’s durable and responsive. The runner is given a platform that is capable of launching their feet upward in a way that feels enabling. The cushioning is also reliable because it is soft and comfortable. A wedge of firm foam is placed in the rear section of the platform to reduce the rate of pronation without compromising freedom of movement.
- Durable rubber acts as the shield of the Nike LunarEclipse 4. It is able to protect the rest of the sole unit from wear and tear, preserving it and keeping it as efficient, even after many uses. Flex grooves provide the runner with the means to flex their feet more when they run.
The Nike LunarEclipse 4 has a standard running shoe length. The sizing schemes used for this model follow the regular measurements, so runners are able to choose the size that they’re comfortable with. The available width is medium, therefore accommodating those with medium sized feet.
The BRS 1000 is a very durable rubber compound that’s placed in critical areas of the external sole unit. Its job is to protect the undersurface of the shoe from wear and tear. It also gives traction. This material is also integrated into the outsole of the LunarEclipse 5.
Flex grooves make the platform more bendable. It is a feature that allows the foot to move more naturally through the gait cycle, especially during the toe-off phase.
The mid-sole unit of the Nike LunarEclipse 4 uses the Lunarlon, a springy foam that’s placed inside a more durable and resilient foam carrier. It is 30% lighter than the traditional Phylon foam. It is able to cushion the foot well from impact shock during the landing phase, while also allowing it to spring back up in an efficient way.
The Dynamic Support System gives stability to the foot without compromising freedom of movement. A wedge in the rear correct pronation, keeping the foot in a balanced stance when standing idly and when running.
The Engineered Mesh is a soft fabric that has the disposition of a woven cloth. Its open construction allows air to circulate inside the shoe, keeping the foot cool and dry. It doesn’t feel stiff or restrictive to the runner’s foot.
The Dynamic Flywire allows the upper to feel snug and secure. These cables are attached to the lacing system, making sure to keep the cover system tuned to the preference of the wearer.