Top 5 Upcoming Summer 2026 Running Shoe Releases

From max cushion cruisers to lightweight trainers, this summer is shaping up to be one of the strongest release windows we’ve seen in a while. The Saucony Triumph 24 and Hurricane 26 look ready to shake up the comfort category, while the Novablast 6 continues to build on one of running’s most popular franchises. Add in the highly anticipated Puma Deviate Pure and Topo Specter 3, and there’s no shortage of releases this summer.

#1 Saucony Triumph 24

The Triumph 24 is a triumphant return to form. It balances the reliable, versatile spirit of a traditional elevated daily trainer with modern ATPU bounce. After two straight misses in the Triumph 22 and Triumph 23, we’re happy to report that the Triumph is officially back.

Specs:

• Weight: 249 grams
• Foam: IncrediLUX (ATPU)
• Price: $170
• Stack Height & Drop: 43mm in the heel, 10mm drop

Daily Trainer

Saucony Triumph 24

Cushioned daily trainer designed for versatility

Price

$170

Plated?

No

Foam

ATPU

Weight (oz)

8.8

Drop (mm)

10

Support

Neutral

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#2 ASICS Novablast 6

With the Novablast 6, ASICS is bring their fun new ATPU foam, FF Turbo^2, to the masses. If you are unwilling to pay the $225 for the full slab of FF Turbo² that is found in the Megablast, this is your chance to try it in a $155 shoe. The Novablast 6 features a large piece of FF Turbo² race foam in the forefoot, making for a peppy, fun toe off experience when landing at the front of the platform. ASICS has done excellent work updating their most popular trainer.

Specs:

• Weight: 252 grams
• Foam: FF Turbo² in the forefoot and FF Blast Max in the midfoot and heel
• Price: $155
• Stack Height & Drop: 41.5mm in the heel, 8mm drop

Daily Trainer

ASICS Novablast 6

Daily trainer designed for bounce and versatility

Price

$155

Plated?

No

Foam

Not disclosed, ATPU

Weight (oz)

8.9

Drop (mm)

8

Support

Neutral

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#3 Puma Deviate Pure Nitro

Only time will tell if the Puma Deviate Pure Nitro can replace the top spot that the Adidas Evo SL has dominated. While not as mindblowing as the hype train would lead you to believe, the Deviate Pure is one of the best simple running shoes on the market, delivering a versatile, smooth ride in a lightweight, well-designed package.

Specs:

• Weight: 213 grams
• Foam: 100% PEBA NitroFoam
• Price: $150
• Stack Height & Drop: 37mm in the heel, 8mm drop

Daily Trainer

Puma Deviate Pure Nitro

Daily trainer designed for speed and versatility

Price

$150

Plated?

No

Foam

PEBA

Weight (oz)

7.5

Drop (mm)

8

Support

Neutral

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#4 Saucony Hurricane 26

The Saucony Hurricane 26 is no longer just a max stack stability shoe. The Hurricane 26 might be the best pure recovery shoe out there, offering a soft, beautifully-tuned top layer of foam and a firmer EVA carrier. This is the perfect shoe for stacking chill mileage this summer.

Specs:

• Weight: 261 grams
• Foam: IncrediLUX (ATPU) and EVA
• Price: $170
• Stack Height & Drop: 41mm in the heel, 6mm drop

Max Cushion

Saucony Hurricane 26

Max cushion shoe designed for support and comfort

Price

$170

Plated?

No

Foam

ATPU

Weight (oz)

9.2

Drop (mm)

6

Support

Stability

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#5 Topo Specter 3

With the Specter 3, Topo is embracing modern foams. The Specter 3 is a true Zone 3 champ, featuring an aggressive rocker and a bouncy, responsive ATPU midsole foam. This is definitely a Topo to be excited about.

Specs:

• Weight: 227 grams
• Foam: ATPU
• Price: $170
• Stack Height & Drop: 41mm in the heel, 5mm drop

Speed Training

Topo Specter 3

Super trainer designed for speed and bounce

Price

$170

Plated?

No

Foam

ATPU

Weight (oz)

8.0

Drop (mm)

5

Support

Neutral

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