New running shoes: January 2026
5 new running shoes arrived in January 2026. Here's what's new, what changed from the last version, and what each one is best for.
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HOKA · Stability
Gaviota 6
Maximum cushioning meets maximum support: HOKA's choice for runners who need serious stability.
315 g6 mm dropplushstable -
Mizuno · Race day
Hyperwarp Pro
Mizuno's new-generation carbon racer.
200 g8 mm dropCarbon platepropulsivelight -
New Balance · Max cushion
1080v15
The 1080 swaps Fresh Foam X for nitrogen-infused Infinion: still pillowy, now bouncier, in four widths.
What's new: Swaps Fresh Foam X for New Balance's lighter, livelier Infinion foam and cuts around 40 g, with a redesigned, more breathable upper. Same 6 mm drop.
285 g6 mm dropplushbouncy -
PUMA · Super trainer
Deviate Nitro 4
An accessible, durable carbon-plated trainer that can genuinely be your one-shoe solution.
250 g8 mm dropCarbon platepropulsivebouncy -
PUMA · Race day
Deviate Nitro Elite 4
PUMA's finely tuned race shoe for 5K to marathon.
190 g8 mm dropCarbon platepropulsivelight
Which new shoe suits you?
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