The Best Street Running Shoes

The Best Street Running Shoes
Runners who like running on the streets or asphalt need shoes that are lighter than shoes designed for trail running. The best street running shoes should be durable and supportive, yet, soft and pliable. Running shoes should be fitted for your own personal gait, weight, speed and pace.

Asics Gel-1150

Well-cushioned and flexible, Asics Gel-1150 is designed with durability and protection, which are necessary for runners who like to tread pavements, asphalt or streets. It has layers of foam padding and an expansive toebox for maximum comfort. It also features gel units in the heel and forefoot, adding more cushioning and support against the heavy impact of running. Compared to other quality running shoes, Asics Gel-1150 is also cost effective.

Asics Gel-1150
(800) 678-9435
asics.com

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 10

Brooks Adrenaline makes a great street running shoe. Its supportive yet light structure. It is well-cushioned with a beveled impact area in the heel, it has a dense medial post and features midfoot foam to stabilize the runners footing. It has a soft underfoot to cushion the hard surface of the pavement. This trainer can handle impact, yet it isn't too bulky or heavy to take to the streets.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 10
(800) 227-6657
brooksrunning.com

Mizuno Wave Inspire 6

Mizuno Wave Inspire 6 is not only super flexible, it also has excellent support and pliability. It's light, responsive and supportive--qualities street runners need to combat hard surfaces, impact and strain. Moreover, this model has the Intercool technology ventilation system that helps rid the inner shoe of hot humid air, helping the foot to stay cooler. As its midsole is compressed, hot air is transferred from the midsole to the outsole providing breathability.

Mizuno Wave Inspire 6
(800) 966-1211
mizunousa.com

Article Written By Rona Aquino

Rona Aquino began writing professionally in 2008. As an avid marathon runner and outdoor enthusiast, she writes on topics of running, fitness and outdoor recreation for various publications. Aquino holds a Bachelor of Arts in communications and English from the University of Maryland College Park.

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