Do I Need a Plated Race Shoe?
Carbon-plated race shoes seem to be everywhere these days. But do you actually need a carbon-plated race shoe to run your best?
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Nike Race-Day System of Speed: Apex, Alphafly 4...
Nike's new Race-Day System of Speed brings together Apex, Alphafly 4 and Swooshfly. Here's how the three shoes differ, what tech sits inside them and when each one launches.
Skechers SKX Aero Elite: Layer by Layer
Inside the Skechers SKX Aero Elite: a layer-by-layer look at the 167g race shoe, from its FITKNIT upper to HYPER BURST PRO foam and Quantum Plate.
First Look: Altra Vanish Carbon 3
We take a first look at the Altra Vanish Carbon 3, breaking down its 4mm geometry, full PEBA midsole, split carbon plate and race-day FootShape fit.
Altra Running Shoes Explained: Which Altra Is R...
A guide to the Altra running shoe range, from flexible road shoes and cushioned daily trainers to trail shoes and carbon racers.
What Makes Altra Different? Start With the Shap...
Why do Altra running shoes look so different? We break down FootShape, zero-drop and low-drop geometry, fit, cushioning and the thinking behind the range.
Best GORE-TEX Waterproof Running Shoes 2026
Wet roads, soaked grass and winter trails call for the right pair. These are our top GORE-TEX waterproof running shoes for keeping feet dry without giving up comfort, cushioning or...
First Look: adidas Adizero Adios Pro 5
EnergyRods are gone. The adidas Adizero Adios Pro 5 brings in new EnergyRims, firmer Lightstrike Pro and a lighter race-day build for 2026.
First Look: Nike Alphafly 4
The Nike Alphafly 4 looks familiar, but underneath it is a proper Kaizen update: new ZoomX LT, lighter Air Zoom units, a wider Flyplate and plenty of small gains aimed...
Nike Pegasus Plus 2 Review
Rach from Pro:Direct Running puts the Nike Pegasus Plus 2 through tempo sessions on the road and treadmill to see how it really performs.
Nike Pegasus Plus 2: First Look
Nike's lightweight and energetic daily trainer receives its first major update, and the changes are significant. From a redesigned forefoot to an improved fit and outsole, the Pegasus Plus 2...
The History of the adidas Adizero Adios Pro
Before carbon-plated super shoes became standard on marathon start lines, adidas had already spent years chasing speed through the Adizero line. The Adios Pro took that history and pushed it...
