Lightweight Running Shoes Reviews

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Weight
8.6 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“A great version of Mizuno’s flagship neutral trainer. ” Read expert review
Daniel Cho
Running Expert
Weight
8.1 oz (men's size 9) 7.1 oz (women's size 8) oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“I thought that the 890 series could not be improved up; I was wrong. The 890V4 is a lighter version of one of the best neutral cushioning shoes on the market, and the improved fit will appeal to a...” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
5.3oz Women; 6.3oz Men oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The New Balance 1400v2 is a decent light-weight racer option for neutral runners who enjoy a responsive ride and have a narrow forefoot.” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach
Weight
8.9 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Saucony Ride 6 Edition is a great shoe for netural to moderate pronators. The shoe has great cushioning, easy energy transition, and overall ample flexibility. ” Read expert review
Ashley Massis
Running Expert
Weight
8.3 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“Excellent performance shoe for a variety of runners looking for a versatile daily trainer to a distance road racer. ” Read expert review
Jim Coulson
Fast Road and Trail Runner. Career Firefighter.
Weight
7.9 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Kinvara TR is a formidable entry into the lightweight trail market, bridging the gap between a go-to minimalist shoe with the extra grip and traction needed in a trail shoe.” Read expert review
Brian O'Connor
Running Expert
Weight
5.5 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Faas 100r is a racer for runners without the bone durability of minimalists but who appreciate responsiveness in a racing shoe. There isn’t much to the Faas 100r, somewhat transparent cage mesh...” Read expert review
Chase Babineaux
Running Expert
Weight
7.5 oz (men's size 9) 6.6 oz(women's size 8) oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Saucony Fastwitch 6 is a lighter weight version of the fifth iteration of the Fastwitch which will please runners looking for a racing shoe with a very firm ride and support for overpronation.” Read expert review
Thomas Caughlan
Ultrarunner and 10-Year Running Shoe Tester
Weight
7.0oz Women; 9.0oz Men oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Lightweight
“The Newton Energy NR is a good light-weight trainer option for neutral runners who enjoy a firmer and responsive ride. ” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach
Weight
11.3 oz.
Drop
mm.
Category
Cushioning
“The 880v3 is a light weight shoe with a 12mm drop from heel to toe. The shoe encourages a fluid forward roll. It is wearable on dirt but has an excellent performance on pavement in terms of returned...” Read expert review
Taylor Gupton
Cross-country and track coach