When you’re in the zone for a PR road race effort, where you put your feet matters. It’s the difference between stumbling over ruts or debris, and flying over them. That’s why some shoes like the Hupana stand out for having great midfoot “lockdown” – the absolute confidence that your foot is going exactly where you want it to. The Hupana is the lightest and least expensive model on this list, and its sole offers the highest energy return. Many runners appreciate the Hoka cushioning in a medium-stack package. Five miles into your target 10K race, what you might notice is the Hupana’s great midfoot lockdown.