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Zoot Ultra Speed (2010)

Is this still a shoe? Or is it a running sock with a midsole glued on it? Whatever it is, smart money says it’s fast. And fast it is, but it’s just there for the most efficient lightweight runners.

Math of Tangents

Without thinking, some of the athletes taking the outside line put themselves at a disadvantage by running further. Over a common race course with turns, taking the outside line can make quite a difference.

Adizero Adios 2010

This Germany company is a behemoth, making shoes for athletes in sports many people have never heard of. They were on the right track with their '09 running collection, and their '10 Spring line is even more promising.

Adizero Ace 2010

The Ace, at 7.3oz in a size-9 men's, is a very lightweight trainer that gives a reasonable amount of cushioning and stability in a neutral shoe. Keep in mind, it's a neutral shoe.

Adizero Boston 2010

This more "substantial" cousin to the Adios differs from the Adios in the thickness of the midsole. It's the thickest among the lightweight trainers from Adidas. Its weight is 9.7 oz.

Adizero Mana 2010

The Mana is the shoe for those who might want to run in the Adizero, but, need a bit of medial posting. Just keep in mind that posting comes at a price: a slightly harder feel.

Nike LunarElite for 2010

The new 2010 Nike LunarElite is one of the best updates I've seen this season, and it may be a favorite for all but the heavy runners who can run with success in a neutral shoe.

Brooks Ariel/Beast (2010)

In contrast to the storming hordes proclaiming natural gaits and barefoot running, the Brooks Beast stands its post, on its wall. Overpronation? Not on its watch.

Tech footwear demystifier

We write about running footwear here a lot. It seemed appropriate to tell you how to read and interpret these articles. What is a "pronator?" What is a "last?" What is an "outsole," and a "medial post?"

Asics Gel Foundation 8 (2010)

Featuring a sleeked down silhouette, this Asics contains support features popular in Asics motion control shoes, but at a lighter weight than many of the motion control anchors on the market.

Saucony Kinvara 2010

The Kinvara, available soon, is the latest lightweight trainer in the Saucony line. Already seen on Lindsey Corbin's feet during Kona '09, this is a great shoe for neutral runners.

Brooks Green Silence

Brooks is not known for shoes that shout at you, but, the Green Silence is a bold and garish racing flat from an otherwise conservative - even classic - shoe company.