Best Running Shoes For Men
I have put together List of 8 Best Running Shoes for Men in India, these brands and models of shoes are popular among running communities in India and around globe as well. Running shoes are different from everyday or casual shoes because running shoes designed to provide comfort, support, and protection to your feet while running with the cushioning and other features that help reduce impact and support your feet during the repetitive motion of running.
Over the past 3 years i have explored and bought lot of running shoes in India, i have done lot of research online , also offline by visiting physically to brand stores of different shoes, also gathered feedbacks from my running coach and mates which shoes they are wearing during there trainings and races,
8 Best Running Shoes for Men
1. Adidas UltraBoost light – It is Light weight shoes, good snug fit, available in different colour to pick from, Midsole is made with 30% lighter BOOST material, Each tiny capsule within the midsole works together to deliver epic energy in every stride. Continental™ Rubber outsole provides extraordinary traction in wet and dry conditions. This is one of the best running shoes for men for daily training and long runs.
Weight: 299 g (size U.K. 8.5), Price – MRP is 19K but with some size and colour combinations you can get it 40% plus discount from adidas official website, Link to buy at discount is https://www.adidas.co.in/ultraboost-light-shoes/HP3343.html?forceSelSize=7
2. Saucony Triumph 20 – This are most comfortable shoes for your easy and long runs, i have used its earlier version triumph 19 for last 2 years, Now this latest version i am using for last one year, Triumph 20 built for those who need a little more out of their daily miles. Its have have Saucony trademark technology PWRRUN+ cushioning with 360 degrees of secure support, it’s a neutral runner that gives back as much as you put in. Weight – 275 gm, MRP – 16k , You can get this at discount from saucony’s official website https://sauconyindia.com/products/men-triumph-20-fogmineral-12
3. Asics Nimbus Gel 25 – This latest addition of Nimbus series is best so far, this is completely revamped from its earlier version, its updated knit tongue construction provides better flexibility and extends around the ankle for a more luxurious fit and feel , Midsole having FF BLAST™ ECO PLUS technology and PureGEL™ technology which Helps in provide lightweight cushioning, softer landings and more responsive toe-off, Its neutral training shoes for easy runs and long runs. It’s for surely one of the best running shoes for men in India in road running. Its is coming in very attractive colour options, Weight 275 gm, MRP around 16k, Its hot selling shoes from ASICS currently so no discount on this on there official website but you can try from Myntra they are offering some 10% discount on some Colours and size , but you need to check product is authentic or not, try this link https://www.myntra.com/sports-shoes/asics/asics-women-gel-nimbus-25-running-shoes/24031108/buy
4. Saucony Endorphin Pro 3- This is my favourite racing shoe, in my opinion and personal experience currently this shoe is Best running shoe for men specially for tempo runs, fast workouts and Races, i ran more than 500 KM in this shoes, please check my personal experience of this shoes on YouTube https://youtu.be/qtnjk01btCQ?si=yU8bzoeHruitlWVm , its having carbon plate, cushioning and bounce which you can feel with every time you hit the ground, Max stack of high-performance PWRRUNPB foam cushioning, S-curve carbon plate for the right amount of spring and pop. It is very light, Weight – 208 gm, MRP is close to 24k, I was lucky last year and i bought at more than 50% discount, currently there is no much discount on this, but you can buy from official Saucony india website https://www.sauconyindia.com/products/mens-endorphin-pro-3-superblueslime-8
5. Nike ZoomFly 5 – Newly implemented ZoomX foam in the mid sole ,it is lighter and have more responsive cushioning system which help you run easier, faster and have more fun on your runs. It have good stability with Both the forefoot and heel offer slightly wider bases for a stable platform, so you can tackle turns and long runs with confidence, propulsive sensation that’ll help you feel fast and fresh. It is training shoes and can be used during some races. MRP around 15k and comes with some good colour options , you can buy from Nike official website https:/www.nike.com/in/t/zoom-fly-5-road-running-shoes-lkx7Zp/DM8968-40
6. Saucony Kinvara 14 – Light shoe, good support, nice option for easy runs and recovery runs, PWRRUN foam cushioning, Low heal to toe offset of 4MM, with the running you can use this as causal wear. As well MRP is around 12k but you can buy at good discount from Saucony india website https://sauconyindia.com/products/mens-kinvara-14-citronblack-8
7. Brooks Hyperion Elite 3 – This is racing shoe with carbon plate, very good fitting kind of snug fit, i liked the colour which i have bought (I am attaching the picture), This advanced road-racing shoe is designed to keep you running efficiently at race effort and includes DNA Flash with Full Length Carbon Plate that propels you forward with every stride. Probably for brooks in india this one there best running shoes for men.
MRP is around 23k, I bought from flipkart there official seller at more than 50% discount, it is your choice you can buy from official brooks website https://brooksrunningindia.com/products/hyperion-elite-3-unisex-running-shoes?_pos=1&_sid=90c249f2a&_ss=r or you can try on flipkart, on tip i want to give you is if you purchase from flipkart please make it confirm with brooks official customer care that your shoe is genuine and authentic. I did the same to ensure i am getting authentic product. P
8. Hoka Carbon X3 – Engineered mesh delivers breathable comfort,Gusseted tongue provides lightweights , mid-foot lockdown, Anatomical Achilles construction, Removable, molded EVA sock liner, Carbon fiber plate delivers a smooth transition through the gait cycle, PROFLY™ midsole gives a cushioned landing and propulsive toe-off, Rubberised EVA outsole provides lightweight ground contact and responsive cushioning, I Have not used it personally but many of my co runners are using it and they find it very good, it is meant for soft, stable and responsive running experience. You can buy from Tata clip at good discount or can buy from Hoka India Website
I Tried to put list of Best Running shoes for men in india which i am personally using and or experienced them, there are many other brands and types available in market, but above mentioned shoes will definitely help you to accelerate your running experience and will reduce chances of injuries , i have covered mostly good brands and models which most of the runners are using in their training and races. There few models from Nike like Vaporfly 2 and Alphafly but they are not easily available in India and very few have runners must be using those so i did not included those here , but if you get a chance you can definitely try them.
Hope you will like the list and please share your experiences with us.
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