ASICS · Daily trainer · Not yet tested
ASICS Dynablast 6
276 g, 8 mm drop, 41/33 mm stack, FF BLAST PLUS foam.
276 g · 8 mm drop · 41/33 stack
$120
MSRP
Shoe guide
The best budget daily trainers
You do not need an expensive shoe to run well. The mid-price daily trainer is the most competitive category in running, and previous-generation models often sell for a fraction of their original price.
These picks keep the per-pair price at $120 or less. The trade-offs are usually a little more weight, simpler foams and fewer colourways – not comfort or durability.
ASICS · Daily trainer · Not yet tested
ASICS Gel-Pulse 17
271 g, 8 mm drop, 38/30 mm stack, FF BLAST / GEL foam.
271 g · 8 mm drop · 38/30 stack
$105
MSRP
ASICS · Stability daily trainer · Not yet tested
ASICS GT-1000 15
278 g, 8 mm drop, 34.5/26.5 mm stack, FF BLAST / PureGEL foam.
278 g · 8 mm drop · 34.5/26.5 stack
$115
MSRP
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