RUNNER V1 Podium Pink '26
Natural Performance™ Running Collection
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Healthy Feet Alliance Approved
The RUNNER V1 combines retro style with Natural Performance™. Zero-drop design, responsive cushioning, and a spacious toe box work together for effortless comfort on every run. Whether you're logging miles or just getting started, these shoes feel like a natural extension of your foot.
- KLKaren L.Verified BuyerReviewingRUNNER V1 Track Black '26I recommend this productWhat is your gender? FemaleWhich size of shoe are you reviewing? W 10.5Rated 5 out of 5 stars6 days agogreat for wide toe box
I've been on a mission to change my shoes/strengthen my feet after getting plantar fasciitis and being in pain when walking. After the initial treatment of built up insoles and exercises to strengthen feet, I thought there must be a better way to actually wear shoes that let you use your foot muscles while walking.
these trainers really let your toes splay! after all its in the name, and now I find it crazy that most branded shoes just squish that little toe inwards making it nearly non functional! But yes, what I was looking for was a barefoot type shoe that still looked good-i don't like a lot of the barefoot designs, I think they're fairly ugly, but I love the sort of retro style here. Also I wanted a bit of cushion, as I'm a bit older and that means the fat pads on the soles of my feet have dissipated so cushion is required or its like walking straight on bone. so yeah, basically I'm happy with this shoe, it feels great underfoot especially feeling like I'm using all my muscles on uneven ground. I love how they look, the only negative is the soles are a bit slippy on some surfaces, so if you're doing some trail running, they probably wouldn't feel trustworthy underfoot. Saying that I'm definitely buying a second pair.
- EVErin V. V.NY, United StatesVerified BuyerReviewingRUNNER V1 Relay Grey '26I recommend this productWhat is your gender? FemaleWhich size of shoe are you reviewing? W 9.5Rated 4 out of 5 stars6 days agoVery Comfortable and Foot-Shaped, but Stiff
The Runner V1 '26 has Splay’s exceptional comfort and foot shape (slightly wider than Lems’ widest last). I was pleasantly surprised by the Runner and that its shape matched that of the Freestyle 3 (my all time favorite shoe). It is the only foot-shaped running shoe I have found that accommodates a wide or flat midfoot. The insole is wider than most or all other foot-shaped running shoes and there are no sidewalls to inhibit the foot/arch or cause discomfort. No Altra model is wide enough in the midfoot, nor is the Notace Michi. It also works for a thick or high-volume foot. It functions as both a running and walking shoe.
I do wish it were more flexible and more breathable. I am eagerly waiting for Splay to sell the Dash in adult sizes.
- VVladVerified ReviewerReviewingRUNNER V1 Track Black '26I recommend this productWhat is your gender? MaleWhich size of shoe are you reviewing? M 10Rated 5 out of 5 stars6 days agoIt's a love at first sight
AMAZING barefoot sneakers, i've tried 7 other pairs of different barefoot brands for running before i found Splay and they are perfect, i'm so happy. They have just right outsole thickness, not too thin( like vivo ) not too thick ( like altra). Perfect fit from the first order thanks to very good sizing guide on website. My feet length 27.5cm, width 10cm, size US M10 fits perfect. Design of this 2026 model is also great. Thanks Splay! +1 regular customer to your base.
- RKRose K.Verified BuyerReviewingRUNNER V1 Stadium Red '26I recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoSo comfy
I love these and have been wearing a lot. They are incredibly comfortable trainers. Please make them in a lovely emerald green 🙏 and other colours,! Orange, yellow, purple, even white with some coloured details would look great.
- TMTravis M.OH, United StatesVerified BuyerReviewingRUNNER V1 Stadium Red '26I recommend this productWhat is your gender? MaleWhich size of shoe are you reviewing? M 10Rated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoRunner V1 review
As I said for the review of my wife’s shoes, great stylish comfy shoes but shipping sucks. You’ll get them, you just won’t know when. Splay is being done a disservice by their shipping company. I ordered 20 work shirts recently and they acknowledged my order, told me when they would be delivered and they arrived in two days. Not so much for our shoes. And contacting Splay it was blamed on shipping company, shipping company told me nothing.