FloTrack's 2025 Gear Guide Presented by Fleet Feet
FloTrack's 2025 Gear Guide Presented by Fleet Feet
Explore the FloTrack 2025 Running Gear Guide with the best shoes, and gear, including carbon-plated racers and everyday training essentials
From breakthrough carbon-plated shoes to cutting-edge tech, the FloTrack 2025 Running Gear Guide highlights the gear that shaped the year. Our team tested and trained all year long- and here are our top picks. You can pick up these and more at your local Fleet Feet store or online.
Flo's Favorites:
Brooks Hyperion Elite 5
The Brooks Hyperion Elite 5 delivers elite-level speed with everyday versatility, pairing a responsive carbon plate with plush cushioning for efficient propulsion and smooth transitions mile after mile. Perfect for tempo runs, race day, or fast workouts, it’s built to help you push limits without sacrificing comfort.
The Eliot Racer is a refined race-day tool that feels light and precise underfoot. Its full-length carbon plate delivers energetic propulsion, while the responsive midsole keeps transitions smooth—ideal for runners chasing speed with a touch of classic, understated style.
The Cloudboom Strike brings On’s signature CloudTec® to a carbon-plated marathon-ready shoe. It’s springy, responsive, and surprisingly cushioned for long distances, providing powerful take-offs without feeling jarring—perfect for road races or ambitious training sessions.
The Alphafly is engineered for maximum speed, combining Zoom Air pods with a carbon plate to deliver explosive propulsion. Lightweight and aerodynamic, it feels like it turns effort into forward momentum, making it a favorite for elite racers and runners seeking serious performance gains.
Lightweight yet cushioned, the Cielo X1 2.0 combines a carbon-infused midsole with plush comfort, making it ideal for fast tempos, long runs, and high-mileage racing.
Built for speed, the Velociti Elite delivers powerful forward drive with a stiff carbon plate and responsive midsole, while a snug upper keeps your foot locked in on race day.
The Metaspeed Sky Tokyo maximizes stride efficiency with FF Blast Turbo cushioning and a carbon plate, giving a propulsive, stable ride perfect for PR-chasing runners.
If you can get your hands on these hot shoes, your. PR will thank you! This innovative and light racer has been shown to significantly improve running economy and is a delight to run in.
New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5
Plush yet springy, the FuelCell SuperComp Elite v5 uses a carbon-plated midsole to drive every step, excelling in long distances and marathon-paced efforts.
Energy rods and Lightstrike Pro foam turn effort into speed, delivering a fast, efficient ride while maintaining stability for serious road racers.
The Endorphin Elite 2 combines SPEEDROLL tech with a carbon plate for smooth, forward momentum, making it ideal for tempo runs, workouts, and high-intensity race days.
In 2025, shoe trainers have evolved into the backbone of every runner’s closet—bridging daily comfort with performance-ready tech. Built with plush, durable cushioning and more responsive midsoles than ever, today’s trainers support easy runs, long miles, and mixed-pace workouts while reducing fatigue and keeping runners moving strong all week long.
Flo's Favorites:
The Nucleo 2 is Diadora’s answer to a lightweight, stable daily trainer that doesn’t skimp on comfort. Its Anima foam midsole strikes a fine balance between bounce and support, while the breathable upper keeps feet feeling cool on longer runs. Perfect for those who want a no-nonsense trainer that can handle both easy miles and longer efforts with reliability.
The Novablast thrives on energy return. Its FF Blast midsole gives a springy, almost trampoline-like feel that makes every stride feel lively. Yet despite its liveliness, it manages to stay surprisingly cushioned, making it an ideal choice for runners who crave both fun and endurance in their daily training.
The Adizero Evo SL is built for speed without feeling punishing. The Lightstrike Pro midsole delivers responsive propulsion, and the low-profile upper hugs the foot for a secure, race-ready fit. It’s the kind of shoe that feels fast even on easy runs, making it a go-to for runners chasing tempo days or light, quick miles.
The Bondi 9 leans into plush cushioning like no other daily trainer. Its maximalist midsole smooths out every step, absorbing impact with almost absurd ease, while the roomy upper provides all-day comfort. If your focus is on long miles, recovery runs, or simply indulging in a soft, cloud-like ride, this shoe excels where comfort is king.
The Hyperion Max feels lively and springy from the first stride, making tempo runs genuinely fun, while its cushioned midsole keeps longer efforts comfortable. It’s a versatile trainer that encourages quicker turnover without feeling harsh.
On’s Cloudflow 5 feels like a spontaneous pick‑up shoe: it’s firm underfoot but rewards you suddenly when you pick up the pace, giving short tempo runs and intervals a crisp, snappy feel that keeps you connected to the road rather than cushioned away from it. Reviewers note it’s not soft, but that purposeful firmness and smooth rocker shape make it feel genuinely quick when you’re pushing
The Halo Racer doesn’t overwhelm with gimmicks, but runners praise it for feeling balanced and reliable across everyday miles and faster training sessions alike, combining plush comfort with a confident, secure ride that’s easy to lace up and just go.
Puma’s Deviate Nitro 3 strikes that sweet spot between “easy to live with” and “fun to run in,” blending enough responsiveness to make tempo days engaging without feeling overly aggressive, so it’s as at home on a brisk 5K as it is on longer runs.
The Vomero Plus has become something of a quiet favorite for runners who want plush comfort without flabby softness. It handles easy runs and progression workouts with equal ease, and its abundant ZoomX cushioning keeps miles feeling smooth and springy.
Tracksmith’s Eliot Runner carries its track‑inspired heritage into everyday training with a refined feel underfoot — not flashy, but loved for a balanced, slightly elegant ride that doesn’t feel like a race shoe trying too hard, making it a go‑to for tempo days and classic workouts.
The PACE 4 is surprisingly light but packed with features, from accurate GPS tracking to advanced training metrics. It feels intuitive on your wrist, making long runs and interval sessions effortless to monitor without feeling bulky.
Maurten’s Bicarb System helps buffer acidity during high-intensity efforts, letting you push harder with less “burn.” Its sodium bicarbonate + hydrogel formula is gentle on the stomach, making it easier to experiment with than traditional baking soda approaches. Runners report smoother, more comfortable hard efforts, especially in shorter, intense sessions.
RUNHER isn’t just another running publication—it’s relatable, inspiring, and full of stories that make you want to lace up immediately. Each issue feels like advice and motivation from a friend who actually runs. The magazine launched this year with a focus on the stories and experiences of women on the run.
Maurten’s gels and drinks taste cleaner than most, almost neutral, but they deliver fuel efficiently. They’re perfect for long runs or races when you don’t want sticky or overly sweet energy products slowing you down.
This new app has sent other running apps scrambling to catch up. It has turned the world of run sharing on it's head- with an ever evolving set of tools that are just plain fun to use. Give it a try and see for yourself!
The SpiBelt is the ultimate no-fuss running companion. It stays put during long runs, barely moves, and can carry keys, gels, or a phone without feeling bulky—a small piece of gear that makes a noticeable difference.
A daily staple at the FloTrack office- RNWY continues to innovate with new and delciious sports nutrion products that check all the boxes. Highlihgts include the Foundation mix, which is an all in one daily mix that includes electrolytes, collagen, and vitamins. The new Salty Carbs mix has fueled many an early morning track session with a one-two punch of fuel and electrolytes.
The KICKR is the closest thing to running outside without actually leaving your house. It’s smooth, quiet, and reactive to speed changes, making indoor intervals feel surprisingly realistic.
Oakley Meta Vanguard Performance AI Glasses
These glasses have changed the game for in-run capture- with a high-resolution, stabilized camera, built in bluetooth headphones, and AI tools that will have you feeling like a futuristic running superhero.
The Bolt Gs are fun, bold, and ridiculously comfortable. They stay in place, block sun and glare, and add a little personality to every run without breaking the bank.
That's a wrap on our 2025 gear favorites! We can't wait to see what 2026 has in store.
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