Amanda Furrer
Editor, Running Reviews
Amanda Furrer, Editor, Running Reviews, studied journalism at NYU and writing at Emerson College. She has reviewed gear and covered other topics in the running space for almost 10 years. Since 2013, she has consecutively run the Boston Marathon. She also has a master’s degree in gastronomy from Boston University and was formerly a professional baker for two years before hanging up her apron.
Brooks Ghost 17: The Ghost finds a new, more padded 'Golidlocks' footing
This follow-up to one of our favorite shoes of 2024 adds more foam in the forefoot and heel, creating a plush and balanced ride that caters to beginners and vets
The 8 best walking shoes to give you support and comfort all day long
Make your casual strolls — or run/walks — comfier in these soft and supportive trainers
You can finally wear the Lululemon Go Further Runsie — and you don’t have to run an ultra
Make your casual strolls — or run/walks — comfier in these soft and supportive trainers
Runners are already raving about the new Lululemon Wildfeel trail shoe
Health & Injuries
After a year-long delay, Tracksmith finally has a super shoe. But how 'super' is it?
The Eliot Racer was slated for a summer 2024 release. After some modifications, it’s finally here. And we have thoughts
Do you need treadmill-specific running shoes?
What to look for gear-wise when you’re logging most of your mileage indoors
The 53 best new running shoes coming in 2025
Test editor Amanda Furrer hit the ground running at The Running Event to give you an early peek at the hottest new shoes
The softest, bounciest Brooks running shoe? It’s the Glycerin Max
A first look at Brooks’s newest max-cushioned shoe promises a brighter, lighter, springier future
The fastest shoes of the men’s Olympic marathon
While Adidas took two-thirds of the podium, a total of six brands rounded out the top 10 spots
We asked three experts — 6 common mistakes to avoid when buying running shoes
These products were put through the ultimate test: 2,000+ miles of running for six days straight
7 best barefoot running shoes for natural movement and stability
Health & Injuries
Finally, Tracksmith has released an adjustable sports bra
The Hare becomes more inclusive with its Allston Adjustable Bra, which features hook-and-eye closures, adjustable straps, and a crossback clasp
Your ultimate guide to choosing a pair of running shoes
Neutral or stability? Max-cushioned or minimalist? Here’s how to choose the best type for you
Under Armour Velociti Elite 2: Tried and tested
V2’s improvements helped one tester surge from last to a top 10 race finish
Saucony Endorphin Speed 4: Tried and tested
Does the shoe's wider fit and higher rebound impress?
Saucony Guide 17: Tried and tested
Health & Injuries
Puma Magnify Nitro 2: Tried and tested
Plush from heel to toe with a lively ride, could this be your next go-to training shoe?
Tracksmith announces its Eliot Racer super shoe
The shoe, which has a 'sockliner energy return system', will be released this summer
Hoka Cielo X1: First impressions of Hoka’s new super shoe
We've been running in Hoka’s most aggressive racer yet – here are our thoughts from the early miles of testing
The 33 shoes we can’t wait to run in next year
RW reports back from The Running Event with the newest shoe releases for 2024
How to measure your feet: A guide for runners
We walk you through a step-by-step sizing process when you can’t make it into a running shoe store
A 5-minute guide to becoming a running shoe expert
These products were put through the ultimate test: 2,000+ miles of running for six days straight
Trail racing-only runners have a Brooks Hyperion Tempo of their own: The Catamount
A DNA Flash midsole provides the same responsive turnover as its road racing cousins, the Hyperion Tempo and Elite 2.
Marathons may be cancelled, but we can’t resist running in the Endorphin Pro
Whenever road racing officially restarts, you can bet some of us will be toeing the line in this Saucony shoe.
