Finding the perfect pair of running shoes just got easier with nine reviews of 2015's top winter models. To find your best fit, check out the Runner's World Shoe Finder . Adidas Supernova Glide Boost 7The weight, stack height and substantial heel-toe drop relegated the shoe to slow-paced training, but the forgiving stability, responsiveness and cushioning made it an all-around long-distance favorite for daily runs. Altra Lone Peak 2.0The Lone Peak 2.0 fared well on technical, rocky trails, where the outsole provided notable traction and the zero-drop geometry kept runners balanced over their feet. Brooks Adrenaline GTS 15Brooks refined the Adrenaline GTS (Go-To Shoe) by making the crash pad--a separated section of the sole--run full length and segmenting it to allow more natural foot motion. Hoka One One HuakaThe Huaka could be considered a gateway Hoka. While maintaining the company's trademark lightweight, oversize midsole, the Huaka is shorter, less squishy and more flexible than other models in the line.

Merrell Run Bare Access TrailMinimalist trail running at its finest, the Bare-Access Trail allows for nimble responsiveness with just enough cushioning to take on most terrain, thanks to an outsole that is "grippy but not grabby." Merrell Run Bare Access UltraMerrell's Bare Access Ultra is a lean road shoe with a barefoot-like feel delivered by a roomy toe box and zero-drop geometry, but it provides a smidge more buffering against the pavement than pure minimal models, particularly under the arch and forefoot.The Fate's fit and foot-wrapping, seamless upper hit the target, and the lightweight, energetic-yet-stiff ride led testers to want to race marathons in it.The Xodus has an abrasion-resistant Vibram outsole with aggressive lugs, which gives the shoe gnarly traction in winter conditions. The North Face Ultra EquityA rugged, protective, medial-posted, multisurface model that holds up to hiking, the Ultra Equity is a lot of shoe, yet with less heft than expected.

Weather-proof, waterproof, and with traction to handle snow, we’ve found eight shoes that will keep you running through the winter months.best men's business casual walking shoes The cold bite of winter is just around the corner. best shoe cleaner for nikeBut that doesn’t mean you need to hit the treadmill. running shoes for hard surfacesWe’ve scoured the market to see what’s available for 2016 and found these winter-worthy kicks. Draped in a waterproof and breathable gaiter, and enhanced with nine carbide studs, Salomon’s Snowcross is a racy snow machine. In testing, the Snowcross provided superior traction over technical ground, where the aggressive studs chewed through the slop and the gaiters shed the snow.

Not for tame conditions, the spiked 12-ouncer felt clunky and clattered over the hard rock and pavement, limiting the Snowcross to winter’s worst days. But if you are fighting for space with your local snowplow, these are the shoes for you. You can read our full review of the Snowcross CS here.20-mm (heel), 9-mm (forefoot) Our editor put these through an incredibly brutal test, running 30 miles through deep snow, mud and muck during the Grand Canyon 100 ultra-marathon. These are among the best winter running shoes we’ve reviewed (click for full review). The key is the use of Polartec Neoshell on the outside of the shoes, which keeps them dry on the inside even after 30 miles of hard running through insane muck. We did use gaiters in our test to keep snow and slop out of the top of the shoes, important because the test pair did not have a waterproof tongue. The light Outdoor Research Ultra gaiter used in the test covered the lace area and ankle, and is a good addition to this shoe (it has a gaiter garage) in extremely mucky conditions.

offset: Zero drop (25mm stack height) A good running gaiter is hard to pull off, as they often bunch or cut into the ankle. But Adidas’ Adizero is the best we’ve seen. The breathable “debris sock” gaiter snugs the ankle and rolls smoothly into the tongue and heel cup to hug the foot and keep the shoe free of trail debris. The Adizero has a narrow toe box, but it remains exceptionally stable underfoot due to its heel cup and plastic straps that help lock the foot in place. All this protection runs over a Continental Race King outsole, inspiring mountain-bike-like grip on the trail. The Adizero isn’t waterproof, which in our minds limits the shoe to the shoulder seasons. But it’s still a champ at shunning mud, muck, and trail debris. Targeted at the road runner, the Aurora is the go-to shoe of choice for runners who can’t afford to skip a beat while training for the early spring season, with metal studs that chew into ice for a great grip. Don’t need full steel studs?

The Icebug Zeal accomplishes much of same snow-traction with hard plastic studs. We’ve even used it to run up Arapahoe Basin Ski Resort in the winter! (Full Icebug Zeal review here). Protected with a waterproof barrier and armed with nine carbide spikes, Merrell’s All Out Terra Ice is a sturdy winter runner that shines on verglassed road and trails. The synthetic outer repels the elements and the sturdy front rand protects the digits from hidden toe bashers lurking beneath the white stuff. Unless you are plowing through ankle-deep snow, the All Out Terra Ice is a hearty shoe for winter training. Bridging a gap between lightweight hiker and trail runner, Columbia’s waterproof Ventrailia is less expensive than the competition. The waterproof membrane is bonded to the exterior fabric. The welded synthetic overlays give the Ventrailia an exoskeleton for a little extra support and protection from wear and tear. It wasn’t too long ago when Skechers conjured images of bum-toning rockers or skate shoes.

Today, Sketchers has pushed heavily into performance and reaped significant street cred with its high cushion, rocker profile, and plush interior. The 9 oz all-weather GOrun offers a maximal cushion at minimal weight. And because it’s waterproof, it won’t weigh you down as you bash through the winter slop.27-mm (Heel), 23-mm (forefoot) takes a bite of terra firma, propelling you across the trail.  The stretchy upper and overlapping tongue hug the feet snugly and are ridiculously comfortable … for the right foot (read: narrow). The shoe’s slightly askew lacing system ties each shoe off to the side, over the metatarsals, rather than squarely over the top. The  lace ends intelligently tuck into a  mesh pocket on the tongue. Bottom line: the  Mutant is a high-performing, versatile trail runner that excels navigating gnarly, middle-distance trails for those with narrow feet . Saucony’s Ride series is a neutral cushion shoe for mid-volume feet. Throw in Gore-Tex, and the Ride 8 promises happy miles in wet conditions.