In preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympics, a panel of experts have evaluated and selected the top-performing shoes from over 100 models by 34 different brands. Out of these, 29 shoes have been deemed gold medal-worthy. These shoes were put through rigorous testing, including on-foot assessments and mechanical analysis in a shoe lab.
The award-winning training shoes include models like the On Cloudmonster 2, Saucony Endorphin Speed 4, New Balance FuelCell Rebel v4, and more. Whether you are gearing up for your first run or pursuing Olympic glory, there is a shoe on this list that is bound to suit your needs. Each shoe has been carefully tested and reviewed by experts like Amanda, a test editor at Runner’s World, and Jeff, the Runner-in-Chief known for his extensive experience in testing and reviewing shoes. Their insights guide the selection of award-winning shoes for runners of all levels.
For those looking for racing shoes, options such as the Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 10, Nike Alphafly 3, and Hoka Cielo X1 have been recognized for their performance. Trail shoe enthusiasts can explore models like the Merrell Morphlite, Topo Athletic MT-5, Altra Timp 5, and more. Each shoe has undergone at least 100 miles of testing to assess qualities like cushioning, stability, flexibility
