We’re no strangers to shelling out big bucks for running sneaks. So it’s amazing when a pair is super-affordable—and surpasses all your expectations. That’s why you’ve probably heard all the buzz about the New Balance Cypher Run.
First cool feature: You slip it on like a sock. The bootie design makes getting this shoe on and off a snap. (The loop in the back certainly helps the cause.) And with the toggle laces, which tighten and fasten without tying, you don’t have to worry about the onerous task of double-knotting...or errant laces tripping you up while you pound the pavement.
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Next, let’s talk comfort. The mid-cut flexible mesh upper is lightweight, so it lets your foot breathe in the summer but keeps it warm enough during chilly runs. In fact, these babies are just 6.1 ounces. Not to mention, the super-plush sole with EVA foam adds just enough cushioning. Together, they make your foot feel secure without weighing you down like heavy-soled shoes can. The end result is something we like to think of as a running-on-a-cloud effect.
If you've run on a treadmill in your life, you'll be able to relate to these thoughts every woman has had on the treadmill:
That’s why New Balance says these are perfect everyday runners—your feet will be happy racking up the miles. Not a runner? No prob. You’ll love walking around everywhere, whether that’s commuting or weekending.
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Buy it: $90, newbalance.com
Five colors (black, black and white, green, gray, or oxblood), and some with a speckled sole, means that you can get your run on and look pretty bad ass doing it.
