Best Easy Run Shoes 2024 | We give our top picks for comfortable runs and recovery sessions

Usually, when we review running shoes we tend to look at a range of benefits - with versatility often topping the list. In this video, however, we're focusing specifically on shoes we'd pick for easy sessions and recovery runs.

If your main focus is shoes that offer comfort and cushioning above all else, this is the guide for you.

JUMP STRAIGHT IN:
00:00​​​​ - Intro
Nick's Picks
00:36 - Saucony Hurricane 24
02:28 - Brooks Ghost Max 2
Kieran's Picks
03:53 - Brooks Glycerin Max
05:40 - Saucony Ride 17
Mike's Picks
07:28 - Hoka Skyward X
10:00 - New Balance 1080v13
Tom's Picks
11:20 - New Balance 1080v13
15:15 - Brooks Glycerin Max

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[Wings_nut]

All these Brooks Max shoes are making my head spin: Glycerine Max, Ghost Max 2, Hyperion Max 2.

[Bodhished]

1080v13 is a great shoe, I've run and worn it casually all year, but I now prefer Balos for running as it is just as soft, but has bounce aplenty.

Ghost max 2 is a great shoe for steady runs for me.

More v5 is basically the More Trail v3 without the lugs. Fortunately they are both great and more comfortable than any other shoe imo.

Also been using the Adidas Adistar 3 recently and that is a pretty good easy day shoe and casual as well.

[emmag]

Love the Skyward X! As a triathlete, I'm always running on tired legs and it really helps with helping my legs tick over without having to think about it too much. Already on my second pair!

[Potomekopice]

I bought Saucony Hurricane 24 today. You guys cost me lot of money.

[feyolation]

Just bought the Saucony Hurricane 24, as a beginner which I often got small injury each runs and got to take a day or two off, this shoes enable me to enjoy my run even more and thinking that I can still run on the next day. Even though I got a weird pair which the right part has different fit (felt too narrow on toebox and too aggressive heel counter), swap it with a new one today and it feels good as the left one. Definitely need to look out for this kind of inconsistency because I've found similar complain on reddit about Hurricane 24.

[Ghimlioak]

I just ordered the Glycerin Max and will alternate with the Hurricane 24 and the Ride 17 for my easy days runs. I also have the Boston 12 but certainly buy the Evo next month

[MrJhockley]

Glideride Max is worth a look. Very similar to the Puma Magmax in terms of cushioning and heel to forefoot roll. Glideride Max is a little firmer. Did 60km easy pace in this shoe and had no issues. Unlike the previous Glideride 3 i struggle to get into tempo but the shoe market is heavy towards rotation now so i've got the Magic Speed 4 for that. TBH not really a fan of supercushioned shoes as many are too soft, i find some make easy runs feel hard as you sink into the foam.

[jlhuk]

Puma magnify nitro 2 is a good easy day shoe and good at general day to day training

[snowwalker]

I am finally getting a pair of 1080 V13 now that they are on sale. I think I might get a second pair for walking and standing long hours at work. I am surprised none of you guys mentioned Puma Magmax.

[hamshipey]

I found the Brooks Glycerin Max too wide. Also a bit too heavy.

[michellesoutrunning]

My favorite easy day shoe right now is the Adidas Supernova Prima. Absolutely love that shoe.

[mavega]

I already have the rebel v4. Does it make sense to get the 1080 v13 for easy run?

[ImpatientTurtle]

Everyday is easy day when you're as slow as me.

[Feanaro]

I need a replacement for the ZoomX Invincible, but already have the Novablast 3 and hate the fit of the Invincible 3. I would like something even bouncier, so I’m interested in the Neo Vista but can’t try it on cause no local store has it.

[kypkyp]

How about ASICS NOVABLAST 4? Could it be in your top list for easy/recovery runs?

[buntyboomboom]

When will you review the new balance more V5???

[ddddggjgjhjhjhjk]

The mid sole on the Glycerin max looks like its discoloured and yellowed. Not sure if this is this colour its meant to be but it doesn't look great

[subhanshah]

Easy run shoes = cushioned shoes. What is the difference?

[herryway]

Nick easy run is 5minutes15 😂😂 that is my fastest run

[yoavmiller]

so basically, you don't like max cushion shoes in general.