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user: I've been told I overpronate and need a stability shoe. Daily training, around 30 mi/wk. What do you recommend?
assistant: For mild overpronation on a daily trainer, the **ASICS Gel-Kayano v32** is your best match here. It's built with mild stability (guide rails, not a clunky post), solid cushioning for 30 mi/wk, and Doctors of Running notes it's evolved into a genuinely runnable daily trainer with strong durability — perfect for the mileage you're putting in. At $165, it's a solid investment for a shoe that'll last 500+ miles.
The **Saucony Ride v19** is a strong alternative if you want a more traditional, no-frills daily trainer at a lower price ($140). EDDBUB calls it a dependable workhorse with a wider heel and better outsole than prior versions — less stability tech than the Kayano, but neutral-to-mild support and plenty of cushioning for easy miles.
One quick clarification: when you say you overpronate, is that a diagnosis from a gait analysis or fitting, or more of a general concern? And do you have any current shoes you're training in — if so, what are they? That'll help me dial in whether you need the firmer stability of the Kayano or if the Ride's lighter support would work.
user: Is the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 still considered the standard or has something dethroned it?
assistant: The **Brooks Adrenaline GTS v25** is still a solid stability option, but it's been outpaced for daily training. Doctors of Running flags a real weakness: the DNA Loft v3 midsole lacks bounce and firms up uncomfortably past 7–8 miles, making it better suited for walking and short runs than the 30 mi/wk you're targeting. Kofuzi calls it "a stability version of the Ghost," which tells you it's conservative—not bad, just not exciting.
For your mileage and overpronation, the **ASICS Gel-Kayano v32** is the better daily trainer. It's evolved into a genuinely runnable stability shoe with strong durability (500+ miles), mild support that won't feel clunky, and enough cushioning to handle 30 mi/wk without fatigue. Run Moore notes it's a heritage stability shoe that actually works as a modern daily trainer. The trade-off: it runs narrow in the forefoot, so fit matters.
If you want a lighter, more versatile alternative without stability tech, the **Saucony Endorphin Azura v1** delivers neutral cushioning with a poppy, responsive ride at $150. The Run Testers call it "light, poppy, and propulsive" with "better at the slower miles"—it won't correct overpronation, but if your overpronation is mild and you're looking for a shoe that feels alive on easy runs, it's worth considering.
**Quick question:** Does your overpronation cause you any pain or discomfort, or is it purely a biomechanical observation? That'll help me confirm whether you actually need stability tech or if a neutral daily trainer like the Azura would work just as well.