Skechers Aero Tempo
Road Speed Training

Skechers Aero Tempo

Misses the mark as a tempo trainer — too heavy at 9.5oz, dense blocky foam, and a shallow heel collar that produces severe heel lift even with full lacing; reviewer suggests the lighter Aero Spark should have carried the 'Tempo' name instead. — Believe in the Run

Physical blueprint

Where this shoe sits

Weight 247 g
Heel stack 37.0 mm
Drop 4.0 mm
Cushioning Medium

Best for

Tempo & Speed
Surface Road

Specifications

Weight (M9)
247g (8.7 oz)
Stack (Heel)
37.0 mm
Stack (Forefoot)
33.0 mm
Drop
4.0 mm
Midsole
Hyper Burst (supercritical EVA-OBC)
Plate
Carbon (Carbon-infused winglet plate)
Outsole
Goodyear Performance rubber
Upper
Breathable woven TPU mesh
Lacing
Traditional

Fit Profile

Midfoot Width
Narrow
Heel Width
Roomy
Lockdown
Poor
Toe Box
Snug

Ride Characteristics

Cushioning
Medium
Stability
Neutral

Durability

Outsole
Above Average

Expert reviews · 1 reviewer · grouped per channel

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Believe in the Run Youtube ↘

Misses the mark as a tempo trainer — too heavy at 9.5oz, dense blocky foam, and a shallow heel collar that produces severe heel lift even with full lacing; reviewer suggests the lighter Aero Spark should have carried the 'Tempo' name instead.

Best for: Hard to recommend at $170 given the heel lockdown problem and many cheaper alternatives at the same or lower price.

Frequently asked questions

How does the Skechers Aero Tempo fit?

Believe in the Run notes: Severe heel lift even with full lacing — heel collar is too shallow; reviewer ended up running it 'like a clog' with the foot pushed forward. Forefoot is secure but the back is loose.

Per Believe in the Run.

How much does the Skechers Aero Tempo weigh and what is its drop?

The Skechers Aero Tempo weighs about 247g (men's 9), has a 37.0mm heel stack and a 4.0mm heel-toe drop.

What shoes is the Skechers Aero Tempo compared to?

Reviewers compare the Skechers Aero Tempo to Nike Zoom Fly 6, Adidas Adizero Evo SL, ASICS Novablast, Mizuno Neo Zen.

Per Believe in the Run.

How many experts have reviewed the Skechers Aero Tempo?

Next Pair aggregates 1 expert review of the Skechers Aero Tempo, including Believe in the Run.

Per Believe in the Run.

Where it sits among similar shoes

Compared to other road speed training in the same lane.

Weight · lower = lighter Men's size 9
Skechers Aero Tempo
247g
On Cloudmonster Hyper LightSpray 3
264g
Hoka Mach X 3
266g
Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 3
244g
Heel stack · higher = more cushioning mm
Skechers Aero Tempo
37.0mm
On Cloudmonster Hyper LightSpray 3
46.0mm
Hoka Mach X 3
46.0mm
Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 3
51.0mm
Drop · higher = more heel-leaning mm
Skechers Aero Tempo
4.0mm
On Cloudmonster Hyper LightSpray 3
6.0mm
Hoka Mach X 3
5.0mm
Mizuno Wave Rebellion Flash 3
3.0mm

Skechers Aero Tempo

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Methodology. Specs come from manufacturer data and authoritative third-party catalogs. Reviewer verdicts are summarized from named, linked sources — never copied verbatim. We weight clinical and lab-tested sources more heavily than community commentary, but the specific weights stay internal. Never sponsored, never paid placement.
Last updated 2026-09-29