Alo, Tracksmith, and Even Zara Now Make Running Shoes. But Are They Any Good?

Alo, Tracksmith, and Even Zara Now Make Running Shoes. But Are They Any Good?

Designing a good running shoe is a lot harder than designing a good-looking running shoe.

New activewear brands, including Alo, Tracksmith, and even Zara, are attempting to create running shoes, competing with legacy companies like Nike, Brooks, Adidas, Asics, and New Balance.

These established companies have spent decades perfecting their designs, including foams, uppers, and outsoles.

Designing a good running shoe is a lot harder than designing a good-looking running shoe

Authors summary: New brands compete with legacy companies in running shoes.

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New York Magazine New York Magazine — 2025-10-15

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