Our Top 10 Running Shoes of 2026 (Mid-Year Rankings)

We're halfway through 2026, and it's time for our mid-year shoe power rankings. Michael and Alex each built their own Top 10 favorite running shoes of the year so far: super shoes, super trainers, daily trainers, and everything in between. Plus, a bonus trail shoe corner at the end.

Chapters:

0:00 Intro — how we're ranking shoes this year

0:38 Alex #10 — Saucony Endorphin Pro 5

3:52 Michael #10 — On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper (Light Spray)

6:40 Alex #9 — Saucony Endorphin Azura

9:50 Michael #9 — Mizuno Wave Rider 30

12:29 Alex #8 — Brooks Hyperion Elite 6

14:50 Michael #8 — Saucony Ride 19

17:22 Alex #7 — On Cloudboom Strike 2

20:51 Michael #7 — Salomon Gravel Concept Shoe

23:45 Alex #6 — Hoka Clifton Pro