Lightweight Running Shoes Reviews

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Weight
6.60 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The ASICS Gel DS Racer 11 is incredibly lightweight with a dash of support added in. It will help you produce very positive results in your next race or tempo run.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
7.70 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The GoRun4 - 2016 similar to its predecessor is an ultra comfortable lightweight shoe that provides a firm but smooth ride. It is ideal for training and racing distances of a half marathon and below.” Read expert review
Sean Felty
Long Distance Runner, Neutral Shoe Expert
Weight
6.80 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Skechers GOmeb Speed 3 - 2016 shoes are great upper distance racing shoes that can also be used for light daily training or speedwork. The sole is nearly identical to the standard GoMeb Speed 3,...” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
9.5 oz.
Drop
10 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“Love these shoes. One star had to give because of the very traditional upper in 2016. If you don't care about running sockless, these shoes are really good.” Read expert review
Ruggero Loda
Founder and Publisher, Running Shoes Guru
Weight
7.60 oz.
Drop
9 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Mizuno Wave Hitogami 3 is a lightweight trainer meant for speed. Set at a very competitive price point, the shoe delivers on it's speed promise.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
9.70 oz.
Drop
4 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Brooks PureCadence 5 promises to be a lightweight yet supportive shoe with an innovative upper. Especially coming from a company with the capability and history of Brooks, these fail to...” Read expert review
Lionello Bardina
Running Expert
Weight
8.50 oz.
Drop
8 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Saucony Breakthru 2 is a racing-inspired trainer designed to provide a neutral and firm ride. Although it’s lightweight, it’s durable enough to be used for daily training.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
8.10 oz.
Drop
9 mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Adidas Adizero Adios Boost 3 is a neutral, lightweight performance shoe designed with one thing in mind – Speed!  The shoe provides a smooth, quick ride thanks to the comfortable Boost...” Read expert review
Travis Trampe
Running Expert
Weight
7.40 oz.
Drop
5 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Salming Speed 3 is a shoe that delivers on its name and promise. At a price point of $140, it is pricey, but it can take a pounding.” Read expert review
Michael Mason-D'Croz
Long distance runner, shoe expert.
Weight
9.40 oz.
Drop
6 mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Neuro is a revolutionary new entry from Brooks into the lightweight trainer/racer category. The shoe brings an exciting new concept into running shoe design and offers a distinctly unique running...” Read expert review
Jim Coulson
Fast Road and Trail Runner. Career Firefighter.