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RUNNING SHOE REVIEWS
Welcome to our Running Shoe Review hub – where honest miles meet honest opinions. Whether you're chasing a new PB or just looking for your most comfortable daily trainer, you've come to the right place. Our reviews cut through the hype because we're 100% independent – no sponsorships, no brand bias, just real-world testing by real runners. Every shoe we review is put through its paces so you get the truth about fit, feel, performance, and value. Because when it comes to your run, nothing should slow you down – especially not marketing spin.
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Saucony Hurricane 26 Review: A Favourite Stability Shoe, Changed for the Worse
Saucony Hurricane 26 review: the new IncrediLUX foam impresses, but a shift toward true medial stability and an added squeak mean this former favorite no longer fits every runner.
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6 days ago
ASICS Dynablast 6 Review: A Novablast 4 in Disguise
ASICS Dynablast 6 review: this budget daily trainer brings back the beloved FlyteFoam Blast Plus Eco of the Novablast 4, at £115 with better durability but weaker wet-weather grip.
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6 days ago
ASICS Sonicblast 2 Review: A Massive Improvement
ASICS Sonicblast 2 review: lighter, bouncier and far more responsive than version one. A vastly improved max-stack tempo running shoe for 2026.
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Aug 30
New Balance SC Rebel v1 Review
New Balance SC Rebel v1 review: full specs, ride feel, and how this carbon-plated daily trainer compares to the Speed 5, Skyward X2 and more.
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Aug 20
Adidas Hyperboost Run Review: A Huge Step Up From the Hyperboost Edge
The Adidas Hyperboost Run fixes everything wrong with the Hyperboost Edge. Read our full review of specs, ride feel, and how it compares to the Evo SL and Neo Zen 2.
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Aug 18
Brooks Ghost Max 4 Review: Brooks' Best Everyday Running Shoe?
Read my Brooks Ghost Max 4 review to find out how it performs, who it's best for, what's changed from the Ghost Max 3, and whether this comfortable daily trainer is worth buying in 2026.
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Jul 31
Hoka Clifton Pro Review
Hoka Clifton Pro review: specs, ride comparison to the Clifton 11, and verdict on whether this "Pro" shoe lives up to its name and price.
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Jul 17
Brooks Hyperion Max 4 Review
Brooks Hyperion Max 4 review: full specs, weight, ride and performance breakdown, plus verdict on whether Brooks fixed version three's stability and weight issues.
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Jul 17
Mizuno Wave Rider 30 Review: A Classic Daily Trainer Reinvented
The Mizuno Wave Rider 30 gets a complete overhaul with new foam, an updated ride and improved versatility. Read my full review to see if it's worth buying.
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Jun 25
ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 Review: Maximum Stability Meets Maximum Stack
ASICS Gel-Kayano 33 review: A softer, more cushioned stability shoe with FF Blast Max foam, but does the improved ride justify the £180 price tag?
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Jun 18
ASICS Novablast 6 Review: Better Than Ever, But Has It Lost Its Identity?
ASICS Novablast 6 review: A softer, more responsive daily trainer with FF Turbo Squared foam, improved versatility and a premium ride experience.
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Jun 18
Puma Deviate Pure Review: A Contender for Running Shoe of the Year?
Could the Puma Deviate Pure be the running shoe of the year? Our in-depth review covers the ride, PEBA Nitro foam, versatility, value, and how it compares to the Adidas Evo SL.
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Jun 6
Adidas Adistar BYD 2 Review: The Best Adidas Running Shoe You're Probably Not Looking At
Adidas Adistar BYD 2 review: A hugely improved max-cushion trainer with Dreamstrike foam, offering a smooth, comfortable ride for easy miles.
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Jun 4
Brooks Ghost 18 Review: Still a Reliable Daily Trainer, But Is It Being Left Behind?
Brooks Ghost 18 review: A comfortable and dependable daily trainer with an improved upper, but can it still compete with modern superfoam rivals?
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Jun 4
Mizuno Neo Vista 3 Review: Better Than Ever, But Should You Buy It?
Mizuno Neo Vista 3 review: A smooth, stable and highly cushioned long-run shoe with a refined ride, but is it worth upgrading from the Neo Vista 2?
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Jun 4
HOKA Skyward X 2 Review: A Brilliant Super Trainer With One Big Problem
The HOKA Skyward X 2 is one of the most interesting long-run shoes HOKA has released in years. It’s big, premium, heavily cushioned and packed with technology, yet somehow still manages to feel surprisingly stable and versatile underfoot. After putting solid mileage into the shoe ahead of launch, I came away seriously impressed — but there’s one thing that stops it from being an easy recommendation. At its core, the Skyward X 2 is a max-stack “super trainer” designed for high
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May 19
On LightSpray Cloudmonster Hyper 3 Review
A futuristic super trainer with a sprayed-on laceless upper, PEBA foam, and bold innovation — the On LightSpray Cloudmonster Hyper 3 is one of the most interesting running shoes of the year. Here’s why the technology impressed me, even if the £270 price tag didn’t.
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May 8
Saucony Paramount Max Review
Saucony Paramount Max review: a bold new super trainer with IncrediRUN foam, max cushioning and a unique ride. UK release September 1st.
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Apr 29
Adidas Hyperboost Edge Review: Strong Potential, But Three Big Problems
Honest Adidas Hyperboost Edge review covering performance, comfort, and the 3 major problems you need to know before buying.
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Mar 21
Hoka Mach 7 Review: A Missed Opportunity?
Hoka Mach 7 review: a lightweight daily trainer that feels dated in 2026. Find out why it struggles against newer shoes and whether you should buy it.
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Mar 19
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