I run in the Brooks Adrenaline and don't like it. Give me some lighter but supportive shoes.

Saucony Guide has been a better substitute for Brooks Adrenaline for me for same reasons going back 2 years now.

Same for me

Of that list, I would not recommend the New Balance Vazee Pace if you are looking for a supportive shoe.

I've heard lots of good things about the Nike Structures and I know they are lighter than the Brooks.

Young runner girl wrote:

I have been using Brooks Adrenaline GTS 15 for about 1 year now. It feels too heavy and clunky even for base training, and I dislike the big heel to toe drop. I am a mild overpronator though, so I need a supportive shoe. 5'9", 125 lbs (girl). Which of the following shoes will be lighter but still supportive? I will use these shoes every day except for track workouts and races (about 1 day a week).

Brooks Ravenna

Saucony Guide

Nike Structure

New Balance Vazee Pace

Adidas Supernova

Are there any other shoes you would recommend?

Thanks.

I love my Adidas Supernovas. Best distance trainer i've worn so far (for easy mileage), but they are a little heavy. I'v never worn the Adrenaline but I think the structures would be good as they are lighter and have some good forefoot cushion. I've also head good things about the Ravenna and great things about the Vazee Pace. The Vazee is a little on the lighter side but still decently cushiony from what I've heard.

Racer ST5 if you can find them. Or whatever the new, overpriced replacement is will work as well.

I used to run in those as well, but have since moved on to the Mizuno Elixir and Asics DS-Trainer. The Structures are good too, but I found them almost as clunky as the Adrenalines.

Fix your form. Do not depend on support shoes. They are crutches. Don't run on crutches. They should be only temporary.

Try the New Balance Vongo (4mm) or Vazee Rush (6mm). Both fairly lightweight and clear lower offset. Both are spinoffs of the 870.

Get the Ravenna. I have had all eight versions and love them because they feel lighter/responsive but give you nice cushioning. Also, they are perfect for a mild over pronator.

Thanks to everyone who gave advice. I will consider all of it and try on shoes in store. Your input is appreciated!

ASICS GT 2000s

Asics dynaflyte. Awesome shoe.

I'd recommend ON Running shoes. They can be a little pricey, but really not any more so than the shoes you're talking about.

https://www.on-running.com/en-us

I've been using Cloudsurfers for >3 years and absolutely love them. They're supportive enough but really light and they flex very well with your feet/they're very springy.

I believe the company has come out with several new models over the past few years, so Cloudsurfers aren't the only option there for everyday shoes, but you should take a look.

I agree with this - Vazee Rush will offer more support than the Vazee Pace but it has the same 6mm drop and just as light weight and nice toe box room. Vongo is a little bit beefier but it still offers nice support and response.

Be careful because the "Adidas Supernova" is the replacemtn to the Adidas Glide. If you want their support shoe it is the Adidas Supernova Sequence. The newest version of the sequence is definitely a lot softer then the previous one and that of the Adrenaline. In terms of actual support, I dont think there is an actual shoe that is more responsive and lightweight then shoes like the Adrenaline, Inspire, Structure. If you are willing to lose a tad bit of support your best bet will be the Sequence, Guide, NB Vongo. Also remember that there is no one shoe that is best. It matters on your feet and what feels best on you.

Have you tried the Brooks Launch. Lighter and more responsive than the adrenaline, but still have a bit of support.

Former obsessive Brooks Adrenaline runner here. It was my goto shoe from around 2006 to 2014, despite many an injury! But because it worked better than previous shoes I wore, I never blamed the shoe (until now).

It is heavy. Even if not exclusively by weight, but some shoes that are very rigid and inflexible can feel heavy! This is part of the Adrenaline's problem.

What has worked better than any shoe for me was switching to Nike LunarGlide. Less support than the Adrenalines or the Structures, but it made me realize that support is overrated is a little outdated as physiological benefit. Strength training, regular running, and lighter shoes, all have a lot more value than supported shoes.

Find a good run specialty store with a great fitter. Without seeing you foot (shape) and how it moves you're grasping at straws here. Lighter and supportive if you like the Brooks arch go with the Ravenna. I'd try the Asics DS Trainer and also the Adidas Tempo.

Old Woman wrote:

I used to run in those as well, but have since moved on to the Mizuno Elixir and Asics DS-Trainer. The Structures are good too, but I found them almost as clunky as the Adrenalines.

Elixirs?!? Mizuno hasn't made that shoe in years. Where are you finding them? I used to LOVE that shoe.