I’ve always viewed Skechers as more of a casual footwear brand, despite knowing of their activity-based lines like the GO WALK, GO GOLF, and GO RUN. I guess it’s rather closed-minded of me, but I found it hard to believe that the same company who designed my favorite wedge sandals and chunky flats could also make shoes for more intensive athletic pursuits. I really should have known better, as the main reasons I loved those sandals and flats were because they were supportive, comfortable, and durable — all qualities you need for a performance-oriented sneaker.
Still, I had my doubts when I laced up the Skechers GO RUN Lites for a few 5 and 10ks on my calendar. I’m a running shoe snob with absolutely terrible feet, so I’ve been a devotee of the high-end Brooks Adrenaline for several years now. Could the Skechers GO RUN Lites, at nearly half the price of my go-to sneakers, properly support and propel me on my runs? And how do they compare to some of the other best running shoes on the market? Read my full Skechers GO RUN Lite review below to find out more.
