20 Best Shoes For Running Outside (2023 Updated)

More Clouds. Zero-Gravity. New generation mesh-weaveThe upper of the Cloudflow is in a league of its own. Adaptive, engineered mesh uses the latest weave-technology to blend breathability with support, while antimicrobial treatment guarantees a lasting freshness run after run after run.

Go for flow-motion. The patented Speedboard within the Cloudflow is built with a responsive flex and rocker that promotes flow-motion. It encourages the natural rolling process, promotes explosive take-offs and acts like a shortcut in getting you to runner’s high.

Performance running comfort. Complimenting the innovative outside of the Cloudflow, inside, comfort reigns supreme thanks to a first-layer in-built sock. This is a new level of comfort for performance running shoes one that feels so good, you will want to wear them both on and off the track.

18 Clouds independently cushion and propel your every step towards runner’s high. Hit the ground perfectly with the added Clouds positioned precisely where you need them, and all with the lightness of our unique Zero-Gravity EVA foam.

Lightweight and ultra-responsive performance running shoe. More Clouds. Zero-Gravity. 18 Clouds independently cushion and propel your every step towards runner’s high. Hit the ground perfectly with the added Clouds positioned precisely where you need them, and all with the lightness of our unique Zero-Gravity EVA foam.

Go for flow-motion The patented Speedboard within the Cloudflow is built with a responsive flex and rocker that promotes flow-motion. It encourages the natural rolling process, promotes explosive take-offs and acts like a shortcut in getting you to runner’s high.

Performance running comfort Complimenting the innovative ‘outside’ of the Cloudflow, inside, comfort reigns supreme thanks to a first-layer in-built sock. This is a new level of comfort for performance running shoes – one that feels so good, you will want to wear them both on and off the track.

New generation mesh-weave The upper of the Cloudflow is in a league of its own. Adaptive, engineered mesh uses the latest weave-technology to blend breathability with support, while antimicrobial treatment guarantees a lasting freshness run after run after run.

Soft, smooth, and ready for any run. Soft cushioning Updated midsole is now 100% DNA LOFT cushioning for an even softer, smoother ride. DNA LOFT is Brooks softest cushioning, yet remains durable and doesn’t feel too squishy.

The cushioning technologies all start with DNA because they react to your unique stride. Smoother transitions The new, softer midsole and Segmented Crash Pad team up for easier flow from landing to toe-off.

No matter how your foot strikes the ground, smooth transitions ensure comfort. Improved fit The 3D Fit Print upper balances stretch and structure so the shoe adjusts comfortably to your foot.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, you’ll love the adidas EQ21 Run Mens Running Shoe in Gray. These shoes are designed for ultimate comfort, with a breathable upper to keep your feet cool and fresh on even the warmest days.

The lightweight cushioning makes every step more enjoyable, while the durable outsole provides lasting wear. With a sleek design and comfortable fit, these shoes will help you get the most out of your run.

Known for over twenty years as a runner favorite, these supportive running shoes continue to deliver. Designed to offer a perfect balance of support and softness, the women’s Adrenaline GTS 22 offers a smooth ride plus comfort that’s ready for any run.

Smart support All our running shoes prioritize comfort, but our GuideRails technology adds support by keeping excess movement in check. So you stay in your natural stride, even when you get tired. Soft cushioning Updated midsole is now 100% DNA LOFT cushioning for a soft, smooth ride.

Smooth transitions The new soft midsole and Segmented Crash Pad team up for easier flow from landing to toe-off.

On Running Cloudswift Running Shoes To take the sting out of hard surfaces like concrete and tarmac, the On Running Cloudswift Running Shoes feature Helion superfoam for premium impact cushioning. From commuting to pounding the city pavements in the evenings, these shoes deliver the protection needed to push the pace on unforgiving surfaces.

The soft feel of the Helion superfoam is unrivalled, and has a smooth ride that does not sacrifice the responsiveness needed for hard efforts. For an explosive transition from heel to toe, the revised Speedboard plate reduces the kinetic energy lost between strides to keep you pushing further, faster.

As the Cloudtec elements are compressed, the Speedboard stores energy and releases as the forefoot leaves the ground, propelling you forward into the next step. Revised rubber grip pads provide traction across slick surfaces, and the rocker shaped outsole enhances the move from heel to toe.

Security is provided by the supportive quarter cage, which enhances the shoes hold around the foot. Made from 100% recycled materials, the engineered mesh upper is exceptionally breathable to keep your feet cool and dry.

The sock-like upper allows for easy entry and offers lasting comfort throughout your run.

Textile and synthetic upper. Lace-up closure. Round-toe silhouette. Textile lining and insole. Rubberized outsole. Imported. Measurements: Weight: 12 oz Product measurements were taken using size 10, width D – Medium.

Please note that measurements may vary by size. Weight of footwear is based on a single item, not a pair.

Lightweight and ultra-responsive performance running shoe. More Clouds. Zero-Gravity. 18 Clouds independently cushion and propel your every step towards runner’s high. Hit the ground perfectly with the added Clouds positioned precisely where you need them, and all with the lightness of our unique Zero-Gravity EVA foam.

Go for flow-motion The patented Speedboard within the Cloudflow is built with a responsive flex and rocker that promotes flow-motion. It encourages the natural rolling process, promotes explosive take-offs and acts like a shortcut in getting you to runner’s high.

Performance running comfort Complimenting the innovative ‘outside’ of the Cloudflow, inside, comfort reigns supreme thanks to a first-layer in-built sock. This is a new level of comfort for performance running shoes – one that feels so good, you will want to wear them both on and off the track.

New generation mesh-weave The upper of the Cloudflow is in a league of its own. Adaptive, engineered mesh uses the latest weave-technology to blend breathability with support, while antimicrobial treatment guarantees a lasting freshness run after run after run.

Pick up the pace in the men’s Brooks Hyperion Tempo. Brooks debuted its new DNA Flash midsole foam in the Hyperion Tempo. The nitrogen-infused foam delivers maximum energy return at a minimum weight so you can keep up the pace.

Engineered as a neutral everyday training and racing shoe, the Hyperion Tempo helps keep you running in your bodyrsquos preferred motion path. The more natural running motion allows you to save energy and run longer.

Brooks draped the Tempo in an accommodating stretch woven mesh upper for the right combination of performance, comfort and breathability. The comfortable upper lets you run for miles and miles without any unnecessary distractions.

Our testers loved the lightweight feel in our Brooks Hyperion Tempo Review. Get more out of your workout with the men’s Brooks Hyperion Tempo.

The latest in the award-winning Clifton franchise, the Clifton 8 continues to deliver the perfect combination of soft and light. Crafted with a lighter, more responsive midsole and the same ride characteristics, the Clifton 8 features a streamlined silhouette and updated upper made from engineered mesh.

| Features. Breathable mesh upper. Early stage Meta-Rocker. Extended pull tab. Its geometry. High-abrasion rubber. Gusseted tongue. EVA foam.

The latest in the award-winning Clifton franchise, the Clifton 8 continues to deliver the perfect combination of soft and light. Crafted with a lighter, more responsive midsole and the same ride characteristics, the Clifton 8 features a streamlined silhouette and updated upper made from engineered mesh.

| Features. Breathable mesh upper. Early stage Meta-Rocker. Extended pull tab. Its geometry. High-abrasion rubber. Gusseted tongue. EVA foam.

Lightweight and ultra-responsive performance running shoe. More Clouds. Zero-Gravity. 18 Clouds independently cushion and propel your every step towards runner’s high. Hit the ground perfectly with the added Clouds positioned precisely where you need them, and all with the lightness of our unique Zero-Gravity EVA foam.

Go for flow-motion The patented Speedboard within the Cloudflow is built with a responsive flex and rocker that promotes flow-motion. It encourages the natural rolling process, promotes explosive take-offs and acts like a shortcut in getting you to runner’s high.

Performance running comfort Complimenting the innovative ‘outside’ of the Cloudflow, inside, comfort reigns supreme thanks to a first-layer in-built sock. This is a new level of comfort for performance running shoes – one that feels so good, you will want to wear them both on and off the track.

New generation mesh-weave The upper of the Cloudflow is in a league of its own. Adaptive, engineered mesh uses the latest weave-technology to blend breathability with support, while antimicrobial treatment guarantees a lasting freshness run after run after run.

Go the distance in these men’s React Miler 3 trainers from Nike. Comin’ in a White, Black and Chlorine Blue colourway, these runners are made with ultra-lightweight engineered mesh in the upper for breathable wear as you train.

They feature a secure lace-up closure and extra padding around the ankle for a locked-in fit, while a heel clip delivers added stability. They sit on a contrasting midsole with soft foam cushioning and Nike React tech for supreme comfort and a smooth ride with every step, and a tough rubber outsole to keep you gripped wherever you train.

Finished up with classic Nike branding throughout.

The new lightweight, fully-cushioned training and racing shoe with Helion Technology Ready, Set, Flow 18 adaptive Cloud elements and Helion superfoam combine with the re-engineered Speedboard to turn impact into acceleration.

The curved heel unit means better hold, durability and comfort. Strategic taping and a new lacing configuration offer sure-footed freedom and support for high-speed goals. Materials Lightweight comfort The Swiss-engineered mesh upper is primed for race pace.

Lightweight and reinforced to support tired feet, with zoned ventilation to let air flow through. An elastic strap keeps laces out of the way, and a new rubber compound in an advanced traction pattern offers superior grip on wet roads.

Design The New Shortcut to Runner’s High The second-generation of the podium-topping, record-breaking shoe loved by elite athletes. Now refined with their input and enhanced with Helion superfoam for the smoothest of rides, softest of landings and most explosive of take-offs.

More comfort, more kick, more speed.

Light, fast and fully cushioned. Take on training and racing in complete comfort with On’s Cloudflow. The Cloudflow makes elite-level technology accessible to any runner. CloudTec in ultralight Helion superfoam combines for a fast, responsive feeling with fully cushioned road protection, while the engineered mesh upper offers a reassuringly secure fit whether you’re training or racing.

The re-engineered upper creates a more streamlined look for seamless comfort. Not only is it stylish, but it’s good for the planet too – using 70% recycled polyester. Carefully positioned rubber grip traction pads mean turning tight corners just got easier at high speeds.

Developed with elite athletes, the third-gen Cloudflow can do it all, faster than ever. The explosive Speedboard loads every stride with spring-like energy. This shoe is engineered for high speeds and maximum comfort, whether you’re crushing a 5K or a marathon.

The On Cloudflow 3. 0 brings the best of On cushioning together with a revamped upper to create a fast and light shoe. A bed of Helion foam above Onrsquos signature CloudTec outsole absorbs impact upon landing and energizes toe-offs to deliver smooth, fast transitions on the run.

The Helion foam works with the Speedboard to create a snappy ride that lasts over quick efforts and marathon-length races. The CloudTec outsole has also been redesigned to offer more traction on the roads so you can reach top speeds with ease.

On top of the durable CloudTec and responsive Helion foam, the Cloudflow 3. 0 features a revamped upper with an even more precise fit than previous versions. The heel cap is dialed in for an even more secure fit that allows for dexterity on the run.

Plus, the new upper uses more recycled content than ever before. Challenge yourself in comfort in the updated Cloudflow 3. 0.

Confident strides forward. Guiding your every mile, the Guide 14 is pure performance in a shoe. You’ll even want to wear it past your workout. The look is clean, the ride is smooth and, most importantly, you’ll be confident with every stride forward.

Newly formulated PWRRUN foam packs in more responsiveness with a softer feel than most other EVA formulations, so it delivers a livelier sensation than what stability-seeking runners are accustomed to.

The tonal medial TPU guidance frame and 3D-engineered fascia in the upper both help deliver 360 degrees of stability while disappearing into the design of the shoe for a clean overall look. FORMFIT addresses the collective constructions that help our shoes wrap and fit around your entire foot, and the Guide 14 has been streamlined to achieve more comfort with less bulk.

Runners will primarily notice this in the enhanced heel fit and a generally lighter feel on foot.

Get weird with the cushioned On Cloudmonster. The On Cloudmonster features the biggest Clouds that On Running has produced. The result? Super soft landings with maximum rebound for a smooth ride and supreme energy return.

On pairs these CloudTecreg elements with their explosive Speedboardreg, springy Heliontrade superfoam and a radical rocker shape to build a shoe that you will get excited to lace up time and time again.

The midsolersquos double layer of Heliontrade superfoam is durable, lightweight and temperature resistant, so you can get the most out of your runs. The Speedboardreg gives you snappy take-offs, while the forefoot rocker shape will keep you rolling along during your run.

On engineered the fit to give you the ultimate in comfort with a soft sock-liner and upper that is made with recycled materials. Our testers loved how the upper wraps around your foot in our On Cloudmonster Review.

The Cloudmonster is different, that much is obvious. It may be playful, but it’s definitely serious about performance. Plus, runners are a little weird anyway.

Lightweight and snappy, the Salomon Spectur will let you push the pace every day. The Spectur pushes you forward thanks to the Energy Blade-powered propulsion system that provides a more fluid stride and a snappy toe-off.

Inspired by Salomonrsquos ski heritage, designers then created the Reserve Cambermdasha curved midsole geometry that ensures a quicker transition, so you feel like you are floating over the ground. To make each step feel smooth and bouncy, the shoersquos Energy Surge foam uses a combination of EVA and Olefin materials that are lightweight, resilient and responsive.

For better grip and durability, the Road Contagripreg outsole has flat, wide lugs. Plus, an engineered mesh upper gives you breathability and support. The Salomon Spectur makes every run snappy, fast and fun.

Lightweight and comfortable, the Terrex Speed Ultra is packed with innovations that give athletes an edge. Tom Evans tested different versions of the shoe for two years and helped us craft it to completion.

He then took it for a spin and won the Tarawera race wearing it. He thinks it’s magic, but it’s just skill paired with science. This shoe brings together many innovations to support you on your journey.

Inspired by gravel bikes, the lug pattern of the outsole offers great traction. Combining two types of lightweight materials, the midsole cushions feet and gives energy back without compromising on stability.

The tongue and heel tabs are padded for comfort and the upper is light, breathable and drainage-ready.