Brooks Pureflow 6

$T130; Men’s 252 g (8.9 oz.), Women’s 215 g (7.6 oz.); Drop ratio: 4 mm Brooks started their “Pure” lineup of shoes during the big minimalism fad a few years back. That trend has since all but disappeared, with the exception of a few models, including the Pureflow. We actually think this is a really good thing, because there are a sizable minority of runners out there that find the lightweight, forefoot-oriented Pure design to be ideal.

The Pureflow 6 is super flexible. It could be considered a racer for some and even an everyday trainer for others. It’s speedy and responsive, although Brooks have sacrificed some weight to provide a nice amount of outsole rubber, making it a surprisingly durable shoe. Version six sees careful updates to the mesh upper, 3D-printed overlays and flex grooves on the outsole. Keep in mind that this is a somewhat narrow shoe.