With Spring upon us and summer right around the corner, it's time to refresh your footwear for the season ahead. Whether you're hitting the pavement, exploring trails, or upgrading from everyday style, the 2025 Spring Shoe Guide has you covered. This year brings a perfect blend of innovation, comfort, and style, with top brands rolling out shoes that cater to runners, casual walkers, and lifestyle enthusiasts alike. Expect cutting-edge materials, eco-conscious designs, and bold aesthetics that will keep you ahead of the game. Get ready to step confidently into the new season with shoes tailored to your needs and preferences.
We gathered testers from all over the country, including veteran runners at ACTIVE, to extensively test the shoes in this guide. Our testers put their shoes through at least 20 running miles (some way more than 20 miles) while paying attention to comfort, fit, weight, breathability, flexibility, and ride.
From updates of old favorites that had our feet singing to new releases that will ensure you'll find something to motivate your miles well into summer, you're guaranteed to find a shoe you'll love. We know money might be tight, but if you can, treat yourself! You deserve it.
Spring Shoe Guides
AHNU | Asics | Brooks | Craft | Diadora | HOKA | KURU | La Sportiva | Merrell | New Balance | Nike | The North Face | Reebok | Rossignol | Salomon | Saucony | Scarpa | Skechers | Speedland | Under Armour
Why Trust Us?
ACTIVE.com's editorial team relies on the knowledge and experience of fitness and wellness experts, including competitive athletes, coaches, physical therapists, nutritionists, and certified trainers. This helps us ensure the products we feature are of the highest standard. Collectively, the team has spent countless hours researching equipment, gear, and recovery tools in order to create the most accurate, authentic content for our readers. Customer satisfaction is also a key part of our review process, which is why we only feature products that are highly rated.
KURU ATOM 2
KURU ROAM
KURU ATOM 2
About: The KURU ATOM 2 isn’t just a shoe; it’s the ultimate workout companion for active individuals seeking premium support and performance. Designed with a perfect blend of comfort and durability, the ATOM 2 is built to keep up with your toughest workouts, whether you’re hitting the gym or taking on outdoor challenges. Featuring KURU’s patented KURUSOLE technology, these dynamic training shoes provide superior heel protection and shock absorption to reduce the strain on your feet, even during high-impact activities. With its sleek, modern design and breathable materials, the ATOM 2 feels great and keeps you looking sharp as you achieve your fitness goals. Step into the ATOM 2 and experience why it’s a game-changer in athletic footwear.
Great, all-around fitness shoe that can be worn as an everyday shoe. You won't be disappointed in the comfort.
Things We Liked:
"This shoe cradles my foot better than most, with great heel support and a wider toe box."
"The comfort is outstanding. I can be in their shoes all day without worrying about fatigue.:
Areas for Improvement:
"These are a bit heavier than what I am used to, would love to have these in a lighter version"
Final Thoughts
It was exciting when these shoes arrived since out of the box, they looked stylish and there was intrigue about the arch support in the shoes. Out of the box, the shoes fit snugly, and the style looked good when worn. The heel support is far superior to anything else that we've tested. The main issue is that the shoes are a bit too heavy, while the arch support takes some time getting used to.
Specs:
- Drop: 10 mm
- Weight: 13.1 oz
- Price: $175
- Category: Cushion
- Type: Walking/Fitness
- Fit: True To Size
- Ideal for: Walking, Fitness, Everyday
Buy:
Women's | Men's
KURU ROAM
About: If comfort meeting versatility had a name, it would be the KURU ROAM. Perfect for life on the go, the ROAM effortlessly combines sophisticated casual style with the advanced support features your feet demand. Engineered with KURU’s signature KURUSOLE technology, these shoes deliver unparalleled cushioning and arch support, making them ideal for long walks, travel, or simply tackling your day-to-day errands with ease. The ROAM’s durable, premium materials ensure they’ll stand the test of time, while their polished yet relaxed aesthetic makes transitioning between professional and casual settings seamless. Treat your feet to the KURU ROAM, and redefine what moving in comfort and style means.
These shoes are a pain reliever for my feet, so comfortable.
Things We Liked:
"Great shoes for errands and casual activities! Cute and stylish with comfort!"
"It is nice to have a shoe that has built-in heel support."
Areas for Improvement:
"The shoe runs a tad bit wide, I would make it a bit more snug."
"More flexibility of the leather around the toes of the shoe."
Final Thoughts
Great casual shoes for shopping, errands, and daily living. Genuine leather helps the shoe stay strong and look great. Comfortable and great fit, true to size. The added heel support alleviates much of the pain in the feet. Say goodbye to achy feet with these shoes. These Kuru Roam shoes are great for everyday wear and provide cushioning for basic activities. They are stylish and durable.
Specs:
- Drop: 6 mm
- Weight: 13 oz
- Price: $155
- Category: Cushion
- Type: Lifestyle
- Fit: True To Size
- Ideal for: Everyday Wear
Buy:
Women's | Men's