Lightweight Running Shoes Reviews

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Weight
9.20 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Brooks Launch 5 is a solid neutral trainer that brings a new look to the established line of Launch shoes. This shoe fits well into impromptu workouts and regular training while giving you a...” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
8.80 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The New Balance 1500v4 is what you'll be wearing race day to chase that next PR. It is the perfect execution of a racing shoe with a dash of stability.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
8.50 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The New Balance Fresh Foam Zante v4 is a lightweight neutral trainer that strikes a balance between being a soft cushioned ride and a fast snappy responsive feeling.  It is such a versatile...” Read expert review
Andrew Leibowitz
Running Expert
Weight
9.10 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Pureflow 6 is a snappy upgrade from previous models, and with its natural and comfortable ride should be a favorite for many runners. ” Read expert review
Jim Coulson
Fast Road and Trail Runner. Career Firefighter.
Weight
10 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Saucony Liberty ISO gives the right amount of support with a fast and responsive ride. It is an impressive debut in the performance stability realm of running shoes.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
9.20 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The DynaFlyte 2 is a great shoe that improves on the original DyaFlyte shoe’s goal of making a lightweight cushioned shoe in a streamlined design.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
8.60 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Brooks PureCadence 6 is a lightweight, precision-cushioned shoe that provides a connected running experience as it hugs every contour of the foot with no heel slippage and keeps you close to the...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
30+ Years of Running Experience
Weight
oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Nike Speed Rival 6 is a well cushioned and durable racing flat with an entry level price, but not entry level features. This is a great flat for runners wanting a bit more room in their racing...” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
7.70 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The On Cloudflash is the company's racing flat option. It is quick, responsive and lightweight, but lacks the padding to be useable in longer distance races.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
8.90 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The adidas adizero tempo 9 is a phenomenal shoe modeled after an original, proven racer from adidas yet with updates of the latest technology in sole cushion and stability.  It's a beefed up...” Read expert review
Kristin Lassen
30+ Years of Running Experience