Fitness Neutral
Saucony Triumph
$110. Saucony has long enjoyed the reputation of excellent heel fit and broad toe boxes. The Triumph takes that fit and places it atop a generous, cushioned midsole. It has a stable feel without extra support devices and is durable enough for every day use.

Brooks Dyad
$90. A simple, broad-based shoe, the Dyad employs a combination of an accommodating upper and a soft insert for a wonderful off-the-shelf feel. The upper fit and the broad platform make the Dyad a great solution for any walking-based fitness program.

Fitness Stability
Brooks Adrenaline
$90 (available in widths). The Adrenaline is a mainstay among runners and walkers alike. With forefoot and rear-foot cushioning, an open mesh upper, and a snug heel fit, the Adrenaline is a no-frills stability trainer suited for any pace and distance.

Asics GT-2090
$90 (available in widths). The GT-2090 is one in a long line of successful stability shoes from Asics. With a flexible upper and a stable, reinforced arch piece, the GT-2090 has great appeal.

New Balance 765
$85. New Balance has long set the standard for width options as well as durability. The 765, like many models from New Balance, enjoys a reputation of being supportive yet functional and performance friendly. The 765 has a simple upper design with a generous forefoot fit and a stable midsole. This is a great light stability shoe for the beginners and seasoned walkers alike.

Fitness Motion Control
Asics Foundation Plus
$90 (available in widths). Slightly more stable than its stability counterparts, the Foundation Plus has longer support pieces along the inside arch for added over-pronation control. The upper is still flexible enough to accommodate every day use and the added support is a great benefit to beginning walkers.

Brooks Addiction
$85. Where’s the beef?
Sitting right here in this durable, yet very comfortable, broad-based platform. The Addiction has one mission: Stop overpronation. It has a deep heel counter for insoles or orthotics and comes in several widths. Although we recommend saving your walking shoes just for walking, the Addiction is also a great cross trainer if your fitness routine includes machine work at the gym.

Speed Neutral

Asics Landreth
$90. A substantial yet well-cushioned midsole, the upper portion is its most compelling feature. With open mesh, and just a few overlays, the Landreth will fit and feel great right off the shelf. Make sure that you are right for this shoe because this shoe will most likely feel right to you.

Adidas Supernova
Classic
$85. This one is simply tried and true. With a slightly lowered heel height, a small stability post, a broad forefoot platform, and narrow heel and midfoot fit, the Supernova Classic has been available for five years without a change with good reason. Especially notable is the well-cushioned forefoot.

Speed Stability

Asics DS-Trainer
$100. A perennial favorite among speed and race walkers, the DS-Trainer is a low profile, performance friendly training and racing shoe. Many walkers who are more stability or motion control oriented find that the DS-Trainer makes a great second shoe. It is relatively light compared to its stability counterparts and yet is durable enough for daily training regimens.

Nike Zoom Elite
$90. With a smooth fairly generous upper, the Zoom Elite incorporates Nike’s Zoom Air. Although we have omitted most technologies, the Zoom Air Unit is responsive, low profile, and durable. The Elite couples great fabrics and a technically sound base for a versatile racing and training shoe.

Speed Motion Control

Mizuno Legend
$100. Mizuno has always been a “responsive” footwear company. Many translate this feel into words like firm, or rigid, but get a mile into your walk and this shoe provides some energy return. The Legend has a “go fast” upper yet a durable, very stable platform. With a broad base and a lightweight feel, the Legend will cover a wide variety of foot types and walking styles.

Racewalk Neutral
Mizuno Wave Rider
$90. With improved cushioning and a low profile midsole, the Rider has emerged as a great race- walking training shoe. It is still heavier than some performance racing shoes and yet captures similar characteristics.

Brooks T3 Racer
$75. This one looks fast, and has as minimal an upper and base as any shoe on the market. It is a racing flat and so is less durable than other training shoes. However, for transition and comfort, the T3 gets high marks. This is a great race day or speed training shoe for the avid racewalkers.

Racewalk Stability

Asics DS-Racer
$85. The DS Racer has been around the block. It has a fairly rigid arch, a small stability post, and a low profile midsole. Asics also has a durable outsole material that is light and responsive. This makes for a great up tempo shoe (and feels fun to just about any foot).

Puma Heras
$85. With a simple upper, no visible overlays, and a unique overall appearance, this is a refreshing entry into this category. It has a fairly narrow base and so is suitable for low volume, or narrow feet. The Heras has a smooth transition and a well-cushioned forefoot. Although durable enough for
every day, most walkers will rotate the
Heras with a more substantial trainer.