Cushioning Running Shoes Reviews

Cushioned running shoes make up one of the largest segments of the running shoe market. Most cushioned shoes fall somewhere in the middle of the spectrum of available options: more cushioning than minimal models, but without major support or corrective elements. Meant for runners that have little to no pronation, cushioned running shoes provide protection and shock absorption with little to no additional support for strong pronators or issues like exceptionally high or low arches.

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Weight
9.70 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Brooks Caldera 2 offers runners a strong balance of speed and durability on natural trails, roads, paved trails, fire roads and most other surfaces.” Read expert review
Henry Howard
Ultra runner and certified running coach.
Weight
8 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Hoka One One Cavu is a new trainer to race day option within the Profly line. It is for daily training runs and can be used for races; however it lacks a truly fast feeling. It is a promising shoe...” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert
Weight
oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Adidas Ultraboost X combines customized arch support in their experimental design, with plenty of their stellar Boost foam to create a "hugged by supportive clouds" feel, in this breakthrough...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
30+ Years of Running Experience
Weight
8.80 oz.
Drop
3 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Newton Gravity 7 is a lightweight trainer that is fast and responsive. At a high price point, it may price itself out of many consumers' markets.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
8.40 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Altra Duo is a maximally cushioned road shoe that is also very light in comparison to many other max-cushioned road shoes on the market.” Read expert review
Sameera
Running Expert
Weight
11.40 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Altra Timp is a highly cushioned trail shoe that will perform well in nearly any trail conditions. If you’re looking for a “do everything” trail shoe, the Timp might be the shoe for you.” Read expert review
Denny Krahe
Running Coach and Podcast Host.
Weight
7.6 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Saucony Kinvara 9 is substantially similar to last year's version 8, retaining the soft, smooth ride.  A few minor improvements to this 9th iteration include a low-profile tongue and...” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach
Weight
8.60 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Asics Noosa FF 2 is a smooth fitting race or training ready shoe with a design focused for triathletes. Several Asics specific tech features make this shoe a comfortable choice for most runners.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
8.90 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Brooks PureFlow 7 are a lightweight trainer that can log miles. At a very reasonable price, this could be a go-to shoe for experienced runners.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
7.20 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The GoRUN 6 in a lightweight neutral trainer capable of handling longs miles, or pounding out intervals at the local track. Newly introduced knit upper provides a light and unique fit, and a new...” Read expert review
Jim Coulson
Fast Road and Trail Runner. Career Firefighter.