New Balance KOM/QOM
This latest addition to our trail shoe selection, the King/Queen of the Mountain (KOM/QOM) is a moderately cushioned trail shoe. It has a rock plate and aggressively lugged Vibram outsole. This model fits more narrow than we would have expected from a New Balance shoe, but the mid-foot wrap does well to secure the foot on the midsole.
New Balance 880v9
The latest edition to the 880 line maintains the feel that we have come to expect from this model. The update does fit a tad narrower than last year’s, but the midsole provides the same great neutral ride. A great option for logging some serious miles on the roads this spring.
Hoka Arahi 3
The new Arahi boasts a softer upper that fits a tad wider than previous years. The Arahi offers a moderate level of support in a light weight shoe. We feel that the new update has a less noticeable Meta-Rocker and a more streamlined feel on the foot.
Brooks Transcend 6
The new Transcend features Brooks’ latest support feature: Guide Rails. Guide Rails provide stability and support whenever you need it: for those more neutral runners, Guide Rails offer a little guidance when the form changes due to fatigue. A more plush under-foot feel and a softer upper, the new Transcend feels like a Glycerin with Guide Rails. Some of us have been noticing that this upgrade is fitting more snug than previous years.
Saucony Kinvara 10
The new Kinvara 10 takes things back to how the original Kinvara felt, but with EVERUN. Lightweight and responsive, this shoes is a solid tempo shoe for those looking for a lightweight trainer or even a racing shoe. The upper feels more flexible than it has been with this shoe.
