1 
Matt Rainey
Responsive Racer
361-Sensation 3
A light, long-distance trainer
$130 | Amazon
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2 
Matt Rainey
Neon Demon
Newton Motion VII
An outsole for forefoot strikers
$170 | Amazon
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4 
Brooks
Versatile Pacer
Brooks Ravenna 9
Run any distance at any speed
$110 | Amazon
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