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Re: Running shoes with cushion and drop [stringcheese]
stringcheese wrote:
RLB wrote:
A second for the NB Beacon. Previously I have been in Newton Gravity and Distance. The Beacon is lighter than the Distance, more cushioning and a little bounce to your stride. They also have a a more natural wider toe box similar to the Newtons. I still like the distance for faster running.


X's 3 for the Beacon.
It's my new "go to" shoe.


X4 for the Beacon. In my 11+ years of serious running and 8+ years of triathlon this is the best shoe for both worlds. Super light, with a moderate drop, very cushioned but somewhat responsive. I love them for triathlon because they feel great with elastic laces as well. Another great shoe is Saucony's Freedom ISO. However it is a bit heavier than the Beacon and, at least for me, does not work well with speed laces at all. I would say that the Beacon and the Freedom are adequate for all tri distances but much better for your 70.3's and Ironman distances. I would try the Saucony Kinvara's if you are mostly doing Sprints and Olympics.

As far as trail goes I would say the Saucony Peregrine is a great choice for a cushioned but responsive shoe with a bit of drop.

A final thought on Nike. They make great shoes but, in my experience, their durability is pure crap. They definitely do not hold up to serious wear. So no, no Nike's for me.

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Last edited by: Lock_N_Load: Apr 1, 19 11:23

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  • Post edited by Lock_N_Load (Dawson Saddle) on Apr 1, 19 11:23