Running shoe size guide

Size matters… especially if you are a runner. I am on a mission to try every running shoe out there and collect data from out in the field to help you find the right shoe size across brands and models – so you can avoid blue toe nails, blisters and mis purchases.

Short and sweet tests and size comparisons

My top picks

Resources

My top picks – Best everyday trainers, long runs and intervals

Everyday trainer

Asics Novablast 5

Score (within category): 91/100
Pro: Even though life is too short to not run with carbon plated shoes, I find the Novablast 5 a perfect everyday trainer where you don’t look like an absolute nerd if you decide to go out and about directly from your run

Long runs / Sunday shoe

Mizuno Neo Vista

Score (within category): 85/100
Pro: Bouncy as f*** but still feels fast (carbon plated). Good for long runs both fast and slow – just fun to run with

Race day + intervals / speed

Nike Vaporfly next 2%

Score (within category): 92/100
Pro: Light, bouncy, fast and just feels amazing. An absolute banger. Note: there is a BIG difference between Next 2% and Next 3% (which I would rate lower).

Best everyday trainer – Asics Novablast

Work in progress – stay tuned

Best shoe for longer runs – Mizuno Neo Vista

Work in progress – stay tuned

Best shoe for speed and intervals – Nike Vaporfly Next 2%

Work in progress – stay tuned