Lightweight Running Shoes Reviews

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Weight
8 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The adidas SL20 delivers on its promise of a lightweight, breathable ride for hot summer days.  The thin mesh upper offers a generally supportive fit, and the midfoot torsion plate grants a...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
Experienced Runner and Stability Shoe Expert
Weight
7.2 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Nike Free RN 5.0 2020 is a lightweight, firm-riding and stable trainer. It has a highly flexible forefoot and is suitable for distances up to 10km.  It has a firmer midsole compared to...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
8.5 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Fresh Foam Tempo is a refreshing and worthy replacement for the Fresh Foam Zante. Like the cover of a classic song, the Tempo keeps the same melody and rhythm but adds a modern...” Read expert review
Brandon Law
Marathon Runner and Shoe Expert
Weight
9 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Adidas Adizero Boston 9 is a classic distance flat in all the best ways. It is lightweight, snug, and very durable for a racing flat.  Simple but speedy, the Boston 9 is constructed on...” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach
Weight
9.7 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Gel-Nimbus Lite line of shoes from Asics takes the tried and true comfort of their regular Gel-Nimbus shoes and somehow manages to reduce the weight to the level of a shoe that some could even...” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
10 oz.
Drop
12 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Mizuno Wave Inspire 16, a moderate stability trainer, is built to be a workhouse. The inconsistent ride makes it hard to want to run in them everyday.” Read expert review
TJ Jones
Road and trail runner, stability shoes expert.
Weight
9 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Saucony Kinvara 11 feels similar to last year’s Kinvara 10 and retains many of the improvements that occurred as part of the shoe’s ten-year overhaul.  The ride and soft...” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach
Weight
8 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Asics Gel DS Trainer 25 is a shoe that gives just the right amount of support with outsole traction that rivals trail shoes.  It is complemented by a knit upper that feels and fits...” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
8.7 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Skechers GOrun Ride 8 is a budget-conscious option for a daily trainer with a lot of upside. These shoes hit a ton of high notes while keeping costs fairly low.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
8 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“I have not run in the Brooks Launch since versions 4 and 5, so for me, the Brooks Launch 7 marked a radical break from those versions of the shoe.  Although, runners accustomed to the ride...” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach