Supwell Running Shoe Report in August 2026
Below we are sharing our 3 favorite new running shoes, 3 shoes we keep reaching for, 3 shoes that are under-rated, and some shoes we are excited about.
We’ve got new favorites, shoes we can’t stop coming back to, sleepers that deserve more attention, and a few future drops we’re seriously hyped for all rounding out the first edition of the Supwell Shoe Report.
Three New Running Shoes We're Loving Right Now
Topo Specter 3
With its bouncy ATPU midsole, aggressive rocker, and accommodating fit, the Specter 3 has taken the enthusiast community by storm. It’s a true daily trainer of the year contender.
Topo Specter 3
New Balance SC Rebel v1
The SC Rebel v1 is the New Balance super trainer we’ve been waiting for. Offering a ride that’s leaps and bounds better than the SC Trainer v3, this shoe has propelled New Balance back into the performance running zeitgeist.
New Balance SC Rebel v1
Brooks Hyperion Elite 6
The last generation Hyperion Elite 5 was good, albeit less energetic and inspiring than its competitors. Brooks’ latest super shoe, however, is finally one we’d actually consider racing in. It delivers soft, reliable comfort, a great rocker, and a perfect upper.
Brooks Hyperion Elite 6
Three Shoes We Keep Coming Back To
Nike Vomero Plus
No other cushioned daily option has quite replicated the unique ride of the Vomero Plus in our experience. We keep returning to Nike’s flagship comfort-oriented daily shoe as a trusted workhorse for stacking mileage.
Nike Vomero Plus
Dynafish Xiaonian
The Xiaonian is still the best do-it-all training shoe on the market, offering a tall stack of race-caliber foam, a propulsive rocker, and a featherlight construction. Plus, new fire colorways continue to drop on www.hobbyjogger.com.
Dynafish Xiaonian
ASICS Superblast 3
The shoes we come back to time and time again tend to have a one-of-a-kind, singular ride. The Superblast 3 is one of them, featuring a unique combination of soft, springy race foam and stability.
ASICS Superblast 3
Three Sleeper Shoes You Should Check Out
Nike Structure Plus
The Structure Plus quietly features one of the best implementations of ZoomX foam in a training shoe. This shoe is an excellent tool for injury prevention, even if you don’t require traditional stability.
Nike Structure Plus
Puma Fast-FWD Nitro Elite 2
The Fast-FWD 2 is a lightweight, stripped back shoe designed to modernize the old-school racing flat formula. While a niche product, this is a great pick-up if you do lots of track-style interval sessions.
Puma Fast-FWD Nitro Elite 2
Hoka Skyward X2
The OG Skyward X was one of the most beloved super trainers of 2024, but the second iteration has failed to capture the same hype. Don’t pass this one up if you’re looking for a comfortable, stable shoe that can go the distance.
Hoka Skyward X 2
Three Shoes We're Most Excited About
Nike Alphafly 4
The reason we’ve called out the absurd lifespan of the Alphafly 3 is because we love Nike and want to see them release competitive products. We can’t wait to see what the Alphafly 4 brings to the table.
Adidas Adios Pro 5
The Adios Pro 4 is one of the most iconic shoes of this generation, but it never quite clicked for us as a top tier option. With the introduction of the Energy Rim as seen in the Prime X EVO, we’re hopeful that the Pro 5 can deliver an exceptional ride.
Saucony Endorphin Speed 6
The Endorphin Speed series is another legendary nameplate that, despite remaining a top seller, has failed to capture enthusiast interest in the past two generations. With the introduction of a new foam, can Saucony deliver the plated trainer we’ve been waiting for?
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