Don’t spend your spring and summer in the same worn-out running shoes you were wearing throughout the past few months. Grab yourself a fresh new pair of trainers and start putting in some miles on your treadmill or out in the world.
That said, you may be worried about spending a fortune on your shoes. While you can’t reliably count on specific sales, there are still tons of running shoes to buy at a major discount throughout May. You can get a pair of shoes from editor-favourite brands like Brooks, Saucony, and Hoka without breaking the bank.
While all the shoes we mention below are here due to their price tag, each one is also a shoe that our team stands behind. Nearly all the shoes on this list have been personally tested and reviewed by our Runner’s World team. As a result, you don’t have to worry about your selection; simply choose the shoe that fits your needs and your budget.
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Get a new pair of kicks for the roads or trails at an affordable price. Check out all our picks for the best running shoe deals happening throughout May.
Men’s road running shoe deals
These men's road running shoes are on sale across the board, with the Gel-Kayano 30s from Asics, currently available for £70 off. The long-time popular shoe from the brand continues to bring in legions of runners with its comfortable cushioning and internal guidance system.
In addition to the Gel-Kayanos, several other popular shoes are on sale, including the Hoka Clifton 9. Designed for everyday miles, it offers a supremely comfortable and easy-going ride, with a swoop-back heel counter and a snug, foot-hugging fit.
Women’s road running shoe deals
The sales are just as good on the road for women’s running shoes, with multiple options offering similar discounts. That includes the On Cloudsurfer 2 for 15% off. A solid daily trainer that works across a range of distances and paces, On has created a more consistent running shoe with the last update; one that isn’t super bouncy but isn’t dull; and one that isn’t overly soft but isn’t too firm.
Men’s trail running shoe deals
Some of the best deals throughout May are off the road and on the trails. That includes The North Face's Altamesa 300 for less than £100. Testers reported that the shoe has a plushness that is noticeable straight out the box and should be treated as a proper workhorse in your shoe rotation. From cruising around a field for junior parkrun with the kids, to taking on longer runs through the forest, sampling terrain from smooth tarmac, grit and gravel, singletrack, some mud and some loose rock, the Altamesa 500 can handle it all while providing plenty of comfort along the way.
Women’s trail running shoe deals
Several women's trail running shoes are also significantly reduced in price. You can grab the Saucony Endorphin Edge trail running shoe right now for over half off. The shoes feature an integrated quarter carbon fibre plate for added spring and propulsion with every stride. While testers remark how good it is for speed work, most love the comfort, grip, and feel of the shoe, making it great for any time you hit the trails.
