Lightweight Running Shoes Reviews

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Weight
8.9 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Saucony Mirage 4 is a superb lightweight stability shoe that feels ready for tempo runs. Although stiffer than some may like, it still provides decent responsiveness.” Read expert review
Frank May
Fast Runner, Triathlete and Engineer
Weight
8.9 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Mobium Elite SPEED delivers on its promise of being fast. It is a lightweight performance shoe that allows your foot to move naturally, and provides adequate cushioning for runs of half marathon...” Read expert review
Sean Felty
Long Distance Runner, Neutral Shoe Expert
Weight
7.8 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Asics Super J33 is a very lightweight, 6mm drop running shoe . With a seamless upper construction, firm cushioning and the "fluid axis" construction is a solid choice for the overpronator who...” Read expert review
Ruggero Loda
Founder and Publisher, Running Shoes Guru
Weight
6.98 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“This is On’s best fitting and lightest shoe to date and it’s fast. Some areas still need improvement like the material stability of the uppers to accommodate wider feet.” Read expert review
Christian Langenegger
Running Expert
Weight
9.7oz (men’s sz 9) oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The ASICS Gel-DS Trainer 19 is a very fast, light shoe that fits very true to size. It is designed for speed, making it ideal for tempo runs or racing.” Read expert review
Jon Ober
Serial Marathoner and Stability Running Shoe Expert
Weight
5.1 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“A durable, responsive racing flat with a 4mm drop that'll help you fly—and it looks good, too.” Read expert review
Brian O'Connor
Running Expert
Weight
6 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Speedform RC is an ambitious effort within the minimalist market, but is not without its limitations” Read expert review
Brian O'Connor
Running Expert
Weight
6.2oz Women; 7.2oz Men oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Newton Distance Elite is a sturdy yet, light-weight racing shoe optimal for neutral runners who enjoy a very firm and responsive ride. ” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach
Weight
7.3 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“Altra has truly created “The One” shoe that can do it all. They may never need to design another shoe. ” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The Pearl Izumi EM Road H3 is another great shoe in the E:Motion line which provides stability and cushioning to those who pronate with a very light-weight feel. The new sole design from Pearl Izumi...” Read expert review
Travis Trampe
Running Expert