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RW Shoe Guide

NO MATTER how many features a shoe has, if it doesn't fit your feet properly, you won't run well in it. That's why shoe companies obsess over the shape and design of their shoe.

To test the fit and performance of the latest batch of shoes, we had 350 wear-testers run in them for a month and give us their feedback. Then we mechanically tested every model at the RW Shoe Lab, where we punish hundreds of shoes to see how they perform. Our goal: to help you find the best shoe for you. See related articles for the latest RW Shoe Guide.

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Autumn 2008 Shoe Guide
Performance Training

Tuesday, 1 April 2008

PERFORMANCE TRAINING SHOES are recommended either for racing or, if you're biomechanically efficient, for training. They have varying degrees of support and cushioning, but what characterises them is that they're generally lighter (most weight around 285 grams) and fit like a glove.

Autumn 2008 Shoe Guide
Stability

Tuesday, 1 April 2008

STABILITY SHOES are recommended for runners who are mild to moderate over-pronators and who generally have low to normal arches. These runners tend to need a shoe with a combination of good support and midsole cushioning.

Autumn 2008 Shoe Guide
Motion-Control

Tuesday, 1 April 2008

MOTION-CONTROL SHOES are recommended for runners with low arches who are moderate to severe over-pronators and who need maximum rearfoot control and extra support on the medial (arch) side of their shoes. Also best suite for bigger runners who need plenty of support and durability.

Autumn 2008 Shoe Guide
Neutral-Cushioned

Tuesday, 1 April 2008

NEUTRAL-CUSHIONED SHOES are recommended for runners who need maximum midsole cushioning and minimum medial support. These shoes are best for biomechanically efficient runners (minimum pronation) and mid-foot or forefoot strikers with high or nomal arches.