Category: Minimalist
MSRP: $90

With their new PureProject line of shoes, Brooks took bold steps in shoe design, offering unparalleled arch support for a minimalist model. This shoe cradles the mid-foot exceptionally, creating a glove-like fit.

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Category: Moderate Cushioning
MSRP: $145

Saucony has incorporated design elements of its wildly-popular Kinvara series into this much more cushioned and conventional model. The Cortana features completely revamped foam cushioning in the midsole, a great fit, and a slim profileweighing just 11 ounces per shoe.

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Category: Stability
MSRP: $100

This is a great choice for runners looking for a high-mileage, high-stability shoe. Stiff under the heel and arch, but flexible on the forefoot, the Triax +15 is a shoe made to go the distance.

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Category: Stability
MSRP: $115

A great shoe for runners seeking support from a lightweight (11.5 ounces each) shoe for the category.

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Category: Motion Control
MSRP: $140

The New Balance 1226 is designed as a high-mileage trainer for runners who require moderate stability, offering soft heel cushioning and a durable medial post.

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Category: Motion Control
MSRP: $120

This model is especially designed to support the collapsing arch of severe over-pronators, and has been a go-to motion control shoe for flat-footed runners since its inception.

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