The 2025 Mid-Year Running Shoe Roundup | The best and worst shoes of the year so far

The latest episode of the podcast is our annual Run Testers Awards ceremony. We pick our top picks for running products across a range of categories: Race shoes, daily shoes, cushioned shoes, trail shoes, watches, headphones, and the audience award for best running shoe.Download, stick your headphones on and make the best of that long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigersProduct links:  Occasionally, we use affiliate links on products we feature. If you click on these links and buy a product we do receive some money in return - but this doesn't come at a cost to you. Our use of affiliate links does not affect what we say about products and if you'd rather not use the links you can find the items using the search engine of your choice.  Garmin Forerunner 970: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/aWoJPNM/Coros Pace 4: https://coros.com/pace4Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: https://www.beatsbydre.com/uk/earbuds/powerbeats-pro-2Apple Airpods Pro 3: https://www.apple.com/uk/airpods-pro/Adidas Adizero EVO SL: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/9ODnB4O/Asics Megablast: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/bxkAVeG/Nike Vomero 18: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/KNOdDOe/Puma Magnify Nitro 3: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/EJDGpoV/Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/bxlvkNa/Asics Metaspeed Sky Tokyo: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/kV0Zo3W/Asics Fuji Lite 6: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/1eEzqbD/Merrell MTL Matryx Adapt: https://sportsshoes.prf.hn/l/K3wPvwn/ More ways to enjoy The Run TestersSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRunTesters?sub_confirmation=1Follow Us: https://www.instagram.com/theruntesters/?hl=enWatch The Run Testers Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRunTesters/shorts

In this episode, we’re talking about the Loch Ness Marathon — a race that’s as beautiful as it is tough. Set in the Scottish Highlands, it winds past forests, hills, and of course, the famous loch itself. Tom and Nick cover everything you need to know before taking part in the race, from travel options and where to stay, to what you can expect on the morning of the race.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers

This month on the podcast, the team is talking through the first six months of the year in running shoes. What impressed us, what was average and were there any major disappointments?We'll also be talking about loads of other stuff, from our current training plans to the latest products we've been testing.Perfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers

It was a big year for marathons at the Run Testers. Nick and Kieran took on London Marathon for another time and Tom nipped up north to try out Manchester Marathon.  In this podcast (also available as a video on YouTube) we chat through both events, from the course and crowds to the kit we wore on the day.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers

In this series, we dive into some of the world's biggest marathons to give advice and tips for runners taking part.Boston Marathon is more than just a race for many people, it's a celebration of the effort required to get in through the tough qualifier process. As a result, Boston is a hive of activity for the whole weekend, with hundreds of events, pop-ups and celebrations.  In this video, Tom and Kieran talk about their experiences of the race and discuss what you can expect on the the day.If you're running Boston, give it a listen.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers

In this series, we dive into some of the world's biggest marathons to give advice and tips for runners taking part.Between us, we've taken part in the London Marathon more times than you can shake a "Tap to Power Up" cardboard sign at (...probably about 20). In this episode of the pod we talk through everything you need to know before running the race, from when to go the expo to the best places to meet your family afterwards.If you're running London, give it a listen.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers

The team answers your running shoe and tech questions in this series from The Run Testers.This week Tom and Nick talk about maintaining fitness between training blocks, how important is shoe drop, strength training for runners and loads of other stuff.If you have a question about running shoes that you want us to answer on the pod, send us an email to [email protected] with "Points of Shoe" in the subject line.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers

You're spoilt for choice with the current range of carbon plate running shoes available. No longer is the market dominated by a couple of big brands. Now most companies have a contender for best carbon plate shoe in their collection.  In this episode, Nick, Kieran, Tom and Mike chat through their current top choice for carbon plate shoes, as well as the options we hope to see in 2025.We'll also be talking about loads of other stuff, from our current training plans to the latest products we've been testing.Perfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers

This month on the podcast, the team is talking about their top picks for upcoming marathons in 2025. From easy day shoes and daily trainers, all the way up to our favourite options for the big day, we chat through what we'll be wearing over the next few months.We'll also be talking about loads of other stuff, from our current training plans to the latest products we've been testing.Perfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers

This month on the podcast, the team is talking about the running shoes we're excited about in 2025. From carbon plate race shoes like the Vaporfly 4 and Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 to updates we're hoping to see made to our favourite daily and trail shoes.We'll also be talking about loads of other stuff, from our current training plans to the latest products we've been testing.Perfect for that Sunday long run.Big thanks to Fear of Tigers for the killer intro music. You can listen to more of his stuff over at https://www.patreon.com/fearoftigers