Nike Free Run +2

Barefoot running is the biggest trend in the running world. Studies of barefoot African long distance runners have shown that they can run longer and are less injury prone by shedding running shoes alltogether. While most doctors don’t recommend that we hit the pavement barefoot for our morning runs, there is a fair amount of benefit to reducing the amount of heel padding normally associated with traditional running shoes.

Nike’s Free line aims to get you as close to that barefoot running feel without getting your feet dirty by providing a decent amount of protection against the ocaisonal rusty nail and stray dog poop. These running shoes feel great and feel so much lighter than your old school, heavy sole sneakers.

With it’s newest encarnation, Free Run +2, Nike improved the upper construction and made it even more lightweight. Improved styling is a plus, allowing you to look while great wearing something you almost forgot you had on.

Price: $85 – $90