Best Zero Drop Road Running

Road running on zero drop shoes encourages a midfoot strike and natural running form. These shoes handle pavement miles while letting your feet function naturally.

Popular Road Shoes

Altra Escalante - Lightweight daily trainer with responsive cushioning. The go-to zero drop road shoe.

Altra Torin - More cushioned alternative for longer distances

Xero HFS - Minimal road shoe with thin, responsive sole

Xero Prio - Versatile shoe that works for road running and daily wear

Vivobarefoot Primus Lite - Ultra-minimal for experienced barefoot runners

Merrell Vapor Glove - Ground-level feel with just enough protection

Cushion Considerations

Pavement is unforgiving. Most runners do better with some cushioning for road work, even if they prefer minimal shoes on trails.

Beginner-friendly: Escalante, Torin - Enough cushion to ease transition

Experienced minimal: HFS, Prio - Responsive with moderate protection

Advanced barefoot: Primus Lite, Vapor Glove - Near-barefoot feel

Form Matters

Zero drop shoes encourage better form but don't guarantee it. Focus on: - Shorter, quicker strides - Landing under your hips - Relaxed shoulders and arms - Quiet footfalls