Lightweight Running Shoes Reviews

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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
7.80 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Nike Free Run is a lightweight minimalist shoe that performs well on runs of short distances (sprints to 10k's).   The shoe wrap allows the shoe to create a feeling of sereneness around...” Read expert review
Jeremy White
5k, 10k and Half Marathon Expert
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
9.30 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“Brooks Ravenna 9 maintains the moderate support of previous versions in its upper, while midsole changes have made it lighter-weight but less supportive underfoot, making it an even lower-support...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
30+ Years of Running Experience
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.
Weight
8.60 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Saucony Breakthru 4 is a lightweight daily trainer that can double as a racing shoe. What sets the Breakthru apart from other similar shoes is the durability at a low price.” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert
Weight
8.4 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Nike Epic React is a lightweight all around daily training shoe that can take on every workout you can throw at it; from long runs to speed work on the track. With a form fitting FlyKnit upper...” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
9.30 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“Hoka One One Arahi 2 maintains the stable, well-cushioned ride that the shoe debuted with last year, infusing lightweight cushion with support and stability.  The upper fit is very similar...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
30+ Years of Running Experience
Weight
8.20 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The ASICS Gel DS Trainer 23 combines support with performance; thanks to a springy Flytefoam midsole and redesigned upper. It continues to be the sleeper hit from ASICS.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert