Author: Hannah Lee

Brooks Beast Overall Score: 75 Heel stability: 25/25 Midfoot Stability: 25/25 Forefoot Flexibility: 25/50 This shoe demonstrated a solid heel and midfoot construction and also flexed at the right point. However, there was limited flexibility in the forefoot at 30 degrees. This is a very sturdy shoe for the severe over-pronator with a wider and flatter foot. However, if you do not have these conditions, this shoe is...

Keen Braddock Mid Overall score: 78 Heel stability: 25/25 Midfoot Stability: 23/25 Forefoot Flex: 30/50 This shoe demonstrates a stable heel and midfoot. While the forefoot was fairly stiff, it flexed at the right location at 30 degrees. A stiff forefoot prevents the walker from being able to fully flex the foot starting from the toe as it was designed to do so. This will be a good...

Saucony Excursion TR11 – Men’s and Women’s Overall score: 93 Heel stability: 23/25 Midfoot stability: 20/25 Forefoot flex: 50/50 This is a great functional running shoe for those with a fairly stable foot. It is also an excellent choice for an everyday walking shoe and use on indoor carpets as there is very little trip hazard in this shoe. The Nike Lunar Glides is a good solid...

Keen Detroit 8" Overall score: 83 Heel stability: 25/25 Midfoot stability: 23/25 Forefoot flexibility: 35/50 These boots demonstrate a very solid rearfoot stability and midfoot but fall short on its forefoot flexibility measuring at 30 degrees. This is a true work or hiking boot with a steel toe for protection. The boots also have a waterproof and breathable membrane. These boots are not recommended for everyday wear...