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Brooks Ghost 3, Asics Gel-Nimbus 12 Claim 2010 Runner's World International Shoe Awards

The Runner's World International Editor's Choice award for "Shoe of the Year" is presented annually in collaboration with the International Shoe Summit, part of Runner's World's global initiative to find, test and designate the best shoes in the world for its readers in the countries where it currently publishes: Australia/New Zealand, Brazil, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, The Netherlands/Belgium, Philippines, Poland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States.

About The Brooks Ghost 3: Although the original Ghost was a performance trainer, each update has moved the shoe more firmly into the neutral-cushioned category. It's still light and zippy while being supportive enough to protect your legs on long runs. The heel is now segmented to isolate impact forces and ease the foot through toe-off. This update is built on a last similar to the Adrenaline GTS, and testers enjoyed the snug fit through the heel and midfoot. We recommend it for runners with a relatively efficient stride looking for plenty of arch support.

(For complete Runner's World review and video: http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-240-400--13595-4-1X2X3X4X5X6X7-8,00.html)

About the Asics Gel-Nimbus 12: There's cushioning and then there's swaddling your feet in soft foam and Gel, which is what the Nimbus does. The cushioning provides excellent impact protection, and the foam-lined interior is soft and squeezy in all the ways our testers wanted. They praised the shoe's fit and feel, and many also had good things to say about the shoe's offset lacing pattern. Recommended for runners with normal to high arches looking for a neutral-cushioned shoe with a bit of added stability.

(For complete Runner's World review and video: http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-240-400--13496-4-1X2X3X4X5-6,00.html)

Runner's World editors and hundreds of independent wear-testers, both domestically and globally, put all running shoes through rigorous testing. Additionally, mechanical testing at the Runner's World Shoe Lab objectively assesses all shoes reviewed in the magazine. The Runner's World International Shoe Awards help runners select the most appropriate shoes for their levels and needs.

About Runner's World

Recognized as the worldwide authority on running information, the mission of Rodale's Runner's World is to inform, advise and motivate runners of all ages and abilities. Named to Adweek's 2010 Hot List, Runner's World aims to help runners achieve their personal health, fitness and performance goals while inspiring them with vivid, memorable storytelling. Runner's World also offers the Runner's World Challenge, allowing readers to interact with editors while training for races and run races with the magazine's staff. Runner's World publishes 14 international editions: Australia/New Zealand, Brazil, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands/Belgium, Philippines, Poland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom. For up-to-date running news, visit www.runnersworld.com, and get instant updates on twitter (@runnersworld) and Facebook (Runner's World Magazine). Runner's World is also available as a mobile app on the iPhone and iPad.

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