The Best Running Shoes for Underpronation

Newton Men's Gravitas Trainer

Newton's Men's Gravitas Neutral trainer is a lightweight trainer with a flexible sole to allow underpronators to run with a more pronated gait. Featuring lightweight mesh and a high-rebound sole to provide cushioning while maintaining a flexible sole, the Gravitas was designed to encourage an efficient stride. The review by Runner's World indicates that testers love the lightweight racing feel, the breathablity of the open mesh upper and the flexibility.

MIzuno Wave Rider

Mizuno's Wave Rider (around $85 as of 2010) is an extremely lightweight racing shoe, but it doesn't scrimp when it comes to cushioning. Mizuno's trademark plastic Wave midsole adds support and cushioning without adding weight or decreasing flexibility by absorbing shock during footstrike and dispersing it throughout the foot. Runningshoesguru.com noted that the Rider is incredibly light and breathable, offers superb heel cushioning, and its neutral cushioning will fit the needs of neutral pronators and supinators.

Nike Free Everyday +2

With its soft midfoot saddle and more cushioning than most barefoot shoes, the Nike Free Everyday +2 (around $75 as of 2010) ably straddles the line between flexibility and support. Described by Nike as best for runners with mildly underpronated to mildly overpronated gaits, the Free Everyday is designed to emulate barefoot running while providing cushioning. Its unobstructive design is due in part to an extremely flexible combination midsole/outsole. The flexibility doesn't come at a loss of comfort, however, its segmented crash pad provides shock absorption and the molded sock liner adds support. Barefoot Running Shoes indicates that this is comfortable shoe that provides "a good mix of cushioning and support."