The Plated Shoe Comeback: A Step Backwards? The running world has always been prone to trends, but one that's gained significant traction in recent years is the resurgence of plated shoes.
Manufacturers claim these high tech marvels can help you run faster and farther, but what's driving this trend? Is it a genuine attempt to improve performance or simply a case of runners looking for an edge?
Plated shoes have made their way into training shoes, with some manufacturers even going so far as to incorporate carbon plate technology.