8mm Drop
Running Shoes

Be consistent in comfort, style and speed with the best 8mm drop performance running shoes

Race Day

New Balance SC Elite v5

Marathon race shoe designed for speed and comfort
New Balance SC Elite v5
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Salomon Aero Blaze 3

Lightweight trainer designed for speed
Salomon Aero Blaze 3
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, PEBA Blend
Weight (oz)
7.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Brooks Hyperion Elite 5

Race shoe designed for speed and comfort
Brooks Hyperion Elite 5
Price
$275
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Saucony Endorphin Speed 5

Nylon plated training shoe designed for speed workouts and everyday miles
Saucony Endorphin Speed 5
Price
$175
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Dynablast 5

Cushioned everyday running shoe designed to offer a versatile ride with elements of the Novablast 3
Asics Dynablast 5
Price
$120
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
9.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Trail Running

Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL

Bouncy and comfortable daily trainer revised to handle wet weather and off-road terrain
 Salomon Aero Glide 3 GRVL
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded TPU
Weight (oz)
9.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Adidas Supernova Prima 2

Cushioned daily trainer designed for comfort and versatility
Adidas Supernova Prima 2
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA & PEBA Blend
Weight (oz)
9.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Mizuno Neo Vista 2

Max cushioned training shoe designed for comfort, a smooth ride, and protection on long runs
Mizuno Neo Vista 2
Price
$200
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical TPU, Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
8.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Trail Running

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 TR

Max cushioned running shoe with a revised outsole for off-road terrain
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 TR
Price
$175
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
10.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Mount to Coast R1

Comfortable and lightweight, non-plated shoe designed for road ultramarathons
Mount to Coast R1
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical PEBA Blend
Weight (oz)
8.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Trail Running

Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed

Speed training shoe designed for the trails
Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, Supercritical TPEE
Weight (oz)
8.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3

Marathon race shoe designed for speed and lab tested to be more efficient than anything else on the market
Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3
Price
$300
Plated?
Yes
Foam
ATPU
Weight (oz)
6.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Trail Running

Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra

Trail racing shoe designed for speed
Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra
Price
$220
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical TPEE
Weight (oz)
9.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Under Armour x Speedland Infinite Mega

Max cushion daily trainer with a unique lacing system
Under Armour x Speedland Infinite Mega
Price
$250
Plated?
No
Foam
TPU, Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
10.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Hoka Clifton 10

Everyday entry-level running shoe designed for comfort and versatility
Hoka Clifton 10
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
9.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Trail Running

Asics Novablast 5 TR

Daily trainer revised for off-road terrain
Asics Novablast 5 TR
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
Not disclosed
Weight (oz)
9.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 PB

Light, fast racing shoe with a bouncy, smooth ride
Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 PB
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Salomon Aero Glide 3

Bouncy and comfortable daily trainer with good protection and durability
Salomon Aero Glide 3
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded TPU
Weight (oz)
8.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Gel-Cumulus 27

Everyday running shoe with a smooth and firm ride
Asics Gel-Cumulus 27
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
9.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Saucony Endorphin Trainer

Cushioned and stable marathon training shoe great for long runs
Saucony Endorphin Trainer
Price
$200
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical TPEE, EVA
Weight (oz)
9.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Ride 18

Versatile everyday running shoe with a comfortable ride
Saucony Ride 18
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded TPU
Weight (oz)
9.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Asics Gel-Nimbus 27

Cushioned everyday running shoe with a soft and smooth ride
Asics Gel-Nimbus 27
Price
$165
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
10.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Novablast 5

Everyday running shoe designed for comfort and fun. Best daily trainer of 2025
Asics Novablast 5
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
Not disclosed
Weight (oz)
8.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Tempus 2

Top stability shoe offering blend of comfort and speed
Saucony Tempus 2
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, Beaded PEBA
Weight (oz)
9.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 2

Aggressive racing shoe designed for fast marathons
Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 2
Price
$260
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Aliphatic TPU
Weight (oz)
9.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Mizuno Neo Vista

Cushioned training shoe designed to blend comfort and speed
Mizuno Neo Vista
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
9.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

New Balance SC Pacer v2

5k and 10k racing shoe with low-profile construction
New Balance SC Pacer v2
Price
$200
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3

Soft and bouncy racing shoe with fast ride. Top pick for sub-3:30 marathoners
Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3
Price
$230
Plated?
Yes
Foam
A-TPU
Weight (oz)
6.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Nike Zoom Fly 6

Plated training shoe designed for speed workouts
Nike Zoom Fly 6
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
8.6
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Superblast 2

Super max stack shoe designed for long runs
Asics Superblast 2
Price
$200
Plated?
No
Foam
Not disclosed
Weight (oz)
8.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Adidas Supernova Prima

Everyday running shoe with a smooth and cushioned ride
Adidas Supernova Prima
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA & PEBA Blend
Weight (oz)
9.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Asics Magic Speed 4

Fast, light and soft speed training shoe. Top pick for fast workouts
Asics Magic Speed 4
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA, PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Brooks Hyperion 2

Lightweight speed training shoe with fast and firm ride. Top pick for non-plated lightweight speed
Brooks Hyperion 2
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
TPEE, PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Puma MagMax Nitro

Non-plated max stack behemoth with a bouncy and cushioned ride. Best non-plated long run shoe of 2024
Puma MagMax Nitro
Price
$180
Plated?
No
Foam
Undisclosed blend
Weight (oz)
10.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Race Day

Salomon S/Lab Spectur

Comfort-oriented racing shoe designed for 4 hour marathon runners
Salomon S/Lab Spectur
Price
$220
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v14

Top pick for runners who want a versatile shoe with a cushioned, stable and smooth ride
New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v14
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
10.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Casual wear

On Cloudflow 4

Firm lifestyle shoe that double as a lightweight trainer
On Cloudflow 4
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA/OBC
Weight (oz)
8.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Nike Zoom Fly 5

Cushioned daily trainer with a snappy plate
Nike Zoom Fly 5
Price
$160
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA/EVA
Weight (oz)
9.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

Under Armour Infinite Elite

Max cushion shoe with a firmer ride
Under Armour Infinite Elite
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded-EVA
Weight (oz)
11.6
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Mild Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Hylo Impact

Soft and bouncy daily trainer from environmentally-conscious brand
Hylo Impact
Price
$165
Plated?
No
Foam
Bio-EVA
Weight (oz)
10.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Brooks Hyperion Elite 4

Firm race day shoe for shorter distances
Brooks Hyperion Elite 4
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
EVA/TPEE
Weight (oz)
7.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

ON Cloudspike 1500m

Flexible spike for training and middle distance
ON Cloudspike 1500m
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
4.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

ON Cloudspike 10000m

Cushioned but aggresive track spike for Middle and Long Distance events
ON Cloudspike 10000m
Price
$150
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Peba
Weight (oz)
4.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Adidas Adizero Avanti Tyo

A soft and relaxed distance spike built for 5k-10k
Adidas Adizero Avanti Tyo
Price
$150
Plated?
Yes
Foam
TPEE
Weight (oz)
6.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v14

Durable everyday running shoe with a firm ride. We do not recommend this shoe
New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v14
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
9.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Saucony Endorphin Pro 4

Soft and cushioned racing shoe with forgiving ride. Top pick of 2024
Saucony Endorphin Pro 4
Price
$225
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Saucony Endorphin Speed 4

Long distance training shoe designed for fast workouts and everyday miles
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4
Price
$170
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Omni 22

Cushioned stability shoe with firm and smooth ride
Saucony Omni 22
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
10.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Ride 17

Durability-oriented everyday running shoe with cushioned ride
Saucony Ride 17
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
Beaded TPU
Weight (oz)
9.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Gel-Nimbus 26

Max-cushioned cruiser with comfortable upper and soft, relaxed ride
Asics Gel-Nimbus 26
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
10.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Asics Novablast 4

Comfortable everyday running shoe great for long runs and relaxed miles. Top pick of 2024
Asics Novablast 4
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
9.0
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Alphafly Next% 3

Marathon racer with fast and aggressive ride
Nike Alphafly Next% 3
Price
$285
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
6.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Puma Liberate Nitro 2

Lightweight minimal trainer with a snappy ride
Puma Liberate Nitro 2
Price
$120
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPEE
Weight (oz)
6.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer

Plated racing flat with snappy and responsive ride
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Pacer
Price
$60
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical TPU & EVA
Weight (oz)
7.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

New Balance 1080v12

Durable everyday running shoe with a firmer cushioned ride
New Balance 1080v12
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
10.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Saucony Kinvara Pro

Versatile long distance training shoe with firm, cushioned ride. Top pick for bigger runners
Saucony Kinvara Pro
Price
$180
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, EVA
Weight (oz)
9.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Echelon 9

Max-cushioned, ortho-friendly trainer with comfortable ride
Saucony Echelon 9
Price
$150
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
10.3
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Brooks Hyperion Max

Plate-free workout shoe with firm and aggressive ride
Brooks Hyperion Max
Price
$170
Plated?
No
Foam
Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
7.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Omni 21

Stability trainer with dual-density midsole and cushioned ride
Saucony Omni 21
Price
$111
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
11.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Guide 16

Everyday stability trainer with firm and planted ride
Saucony Guide 16
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Ride 16

Everyday running shoe with firm and stable ride
Saucony Ride 16
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.8
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Under Armour UA Flow Velociti Elite

Carbon-plated racer with firm and efficient ride
Under Armour UA Flow Velociti Elite
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA, Supercritical EVA
Weight (oz)
7.7
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next% 2

Bouncy carbon-plated marathon racer with forefoot Air Zoom unit
Nike Air Zoom Alphafly Next% 2
Price
$275
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

ASICS Gel-Cumulus 25

Comfort-oriented trainer with soft and cushioned ride
ASICS Gel-Cumulus 25
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

Saucony Tempus

Fun everyday running shoe with bouncy foam and smooth ride. Top pick for runners who need stability
Saucony Tempus
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Stability
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

ASICS Novablast 3

Max-cushioned daily trainer with soft and smooth ride
ASICS Novablast 3
Price
$140
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
8.9
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Speed Training

Saucony Endorphin Speed 3

Nylon plated trainer with big rocker and bouncy ride
Saucony Endorphin Speed 3
Price
$120
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Max Cushion

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25

Max-cushioned cruiser with plush ride and roomy upper
ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25
Price
$160
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
10.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

ASICS Metaspeed Edge+

Marathon racer for cadence-style runners
ASICS Metaspeed Edge+
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical Nylon
Weight (oz)
7.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Nike Vaporfly Next% 3

Fast racing shoe with lightweight feel and bouncy ride
Nike Vaporfly Next% 3
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
6.5
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Saucony Endorphin Elite

Plated marathon racer with supercritical PEBA and aggressive rocker
Saucony Endorphin Elite
Price
$275
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Saucony Endorphin Pro 3

Rockered racing shoe with bouncy and stable ride. Our top pick for recreational runners
Saucony Endorphin Pro 3
Price
$150
Plated?
Yes
Foam
PEBA
Weight (oz)
7.2
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Race Day

Brooks Hyperion Elite 3

Carbon-plated racer with supercritical foam and firmer ride
Brooks Hyperion Elite 3
Price
$250
Plated?
Yes
Foam
Supercritical EVA Blend
Weight (oz)
8.1
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails

Daily Trainer

ASICS Superblast

Max cushioned dual-foam trainer that excels at marathon paced efforts
ASICS Superblast
Price
$200
Plated?
No
Foam
EVA, Supercritical Nylon
Weight (oz)
8.4
Drop (mm)
8
Support
Neutral
BUYdetails
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