Tracksmith Eliot Runner

Tracksmith's debut trainer: premium vintage-modern materials, a gum rubber outsole, and a firm traditional ride with a 10mm Pebax insole adding subtle pop. A style-first daily trainer for brand loyalists who also want it to work off the run. Runners chasing modern soft, bouncy foams or performance-per-dollar should look elsewhere, and sizing runs long.

Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop9 mm
Heel stack34 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Tracksmith Eliot Runner for everyday training miles and easy recovery days. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.

Daily trainingRecovery runs
Pros
  • Premium construction and timeless looks
  • Responsive Pebax insole
  • Doubles as a lifestyle shoe
Cons
  • Firm, unexciting ride for the price
  • Inconsistent sizing, runs long
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability70
Popularity62
Price60
Versatility52
Lightness76

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$198Price (MSRP)
34 mmStack height
9 mmDrop
9.2 ozMen's weight
8 ozWomen's weight
2023Release year
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