SPEED AND SOUND
The Pegasus is like your favorite pair of jeans—soft, comfortable, and versatile enough to wear just about anywhere. And by anywhere, we mean both pavement and slushy trails. Like a true road shoe, its narrow shape and flexy construction inspire speed, especially on flat trails, dirt roads, and even city streets. An extra chunk of forefoot foam keeps your foot locked in place and aids in toe-off. 10.9 oz; nikerunning.com
Bonus: Add the Nike+ Sport Kit ($29) and you get a sensor in the shoe that delivers training data to your iPod Nano.
Bummer: We wanted better grip on the slickest trails.