Hoka makes some of the best running shoes available, and the Black Friday deals this year actually include one of my favorite new shoes of 2024 in the Hoka Mach 6, which is reduced from $140 to $111, as well as popular models like the Speedgoat 5 and Bondi 8.

And the sheer variety of shoes that are on sale is pretty impressive too. You can take up to 42% off a new pair of sneakers or a whopping 55% off hiking boots —and if your plans skew more indoorsy, there are cozy slippers on sale for up to 44% off.

You can tell if a shoe has that support by doing a “twist test,” where you hold the shoe on the ends and try to twist it like you’re wringing out a washcloth. “The stiffer the shoe, the better,” Lockwood says. BTW, all of the shoes we chose passed the twist test.

As the nationwide favorite for shopping for the holidays, Target is only solidifying its reputation with these berserk Black Friday deals. Deals are soaring, reaching over 50% off, and it's only the early access. Check out just a few of these deals. For more information, head to the official Target website.

Fall is in the air which means holiday shopping is right around the corner. While there are plenty of great gift ideas for runners out there, nothing tops the right pair of shoes. That said, never pay full price for the shoes you want the most. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals starting earlier and lasting longer, you won’t have to.