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Mercer and Jordynn review the New Balance FuelCell MD-X, a high-cushioned track spike that shines in the 800 and 1600 meter distances.

Ben, Jarrett, Meaghan and Thomas review the New Balance FuelCell RC Elite 2, a max-cushioned, carbon-plated race day beast that propels you to the finish.

Jordy and Mercer review the Nike Air Zoom Victory, a beastly spike that packs Zoom Air, ZoomX foam and a carbon plate into this track mutant.

Thomas, Meaghan, and Robbe review the ASICS METASPEED Sky, a carbon-plated racer with FLYTEFOAM TURBO BLAST midsole. A true challenger to the Nike racers.

Our in-depth review guide to the best New Balance running shoes right now, written by real runners. From the RC Elite to the Rebel V2, we got it all.

Taylor and Matt review The North Face Flight Vectiv, the racer in North Face's new line of trail shoes that sports a carbon fiber plate.

Special guest-reviewer Kofuzi reviews the Craft Sportswear CTM Ultra Carbon, a carbon-plated racer with an aggressive outsole for multi-terrain routes.

Thomas, Adrienne, and Matt review of the HOKA ONE ONE Carbon X 2, a carbon-plated speed shoe with a bunch of improvements on the much-loved original.

Our in-depth review guide to the best Brooks running shoes on the market. From the Hyperion Elite 2 to the Ghost 13, we cover kicks for all your miles.

Ben and Dave review the adidas Adizero Adios Pro, a carbon-plated racer with max cushion but a firm ride, ideal for the 5K to half marathon distance.