This is a marathon running question not a tri question but I am still hoping you can help. Running a marathon in a few weeks and while I know I should not try anything new I am looking for some new shoes. I have been running in Nike Odyssey Reacts mostly and recently switched to the zoomfly. I really like the zoom fly but they are a little heavy and the curve does not fit my foot the best. I have also run in Brooks Ravenna and pure connect. What shoes do you run longer distances in that offer some cushinoning and support for a long distance but also offer some pop or energy return and under 8 ounces? Are the Hoka Rincon or NB rebel recommended? Any advice on a good marathon shoe is appreciated.
Altra Escalante are a great shoe that have a feeling of cushion when jogging and then snap when picking up cadence and pace.
This is a marathon running question not a tri question but I am still hoping you can help. Running a marathon in a few weeks and while I know I should not try anything new I am looking for some new shoes. I have been running in Nike Odyssey Reacts mostly and recently switched to the zoomfly. I really like the zoom fly but they are a little heavy and the curve does not fit my foot the best. I have also run in Brooks Ravenna and pure connect. What shoes do you run longer distances in that offer some cushinoning and support for a long distance but also offer some pop or energy return and under 8 ounces? Are the Hoka Rincon or NB rebel recommended? Any advice on a good marathon shoe is appreciated.
Which Zoomfly? I have the Zoomfly SP and I wouldn’t consider it heavy. It’s my favorite shoe. I need a new shoe and wondering about the Zoomfly 3. I HATE the knit upper; I need structure or something, so any of those are out.
Wondering about the sizing of the ZF3; I had to size up on the SP, but wore regular size on PegTurbo.
Also looking at Rincon and Rebel. Sorry I have no advice; just subscribing for others comments.
I have the zoom fly 3 and and also the zoom flyknit? the 2nd year model. They feel fast but a little heavy for a racing marathon shoe. I think they are listed at 9.3 ounces for a size 9.
Yep!
And the racer model is even better!
Which Escalante? Just looking at reviews, folks seem to like the 1.5 more than the 2. Are you racing in them?
I’ve only run in Merrell’s (a combination of Bare Access and Gloves). Would love any advice about how to transition to something more responsive. Marathon distance on the road.
I use the 1.5s. Haven’t tried the 2s, but love the cushion and lightness.
Altra Escalante are a great shoe that have a feeling of cushion when jogging and then snap when picking up cadence and pace.
Another +1 for the escalante. Great shoes that feel soft, but are fast
I really like the NB rebel. Haven’t used it for anything longer than a 10k this summer, but the shoe is light and really enjoyable to run in. I normally wear a size 10 wide, and the 10.5 wide in the Rebel fits very well.
I would not run a marathon in the Escalantes. I have both 1.5 and 2, they’re soft but there’s not too much volume in the padding and they’re flexy.
I do most of my running in the Zoom Fly Flyknit now and they have pop. The Zoom Fly feels like running on a treadmill - they are pretty responsive and take absorb a lot of impact.
I’ve only got the first version still (3 different colorways of version 1) and I love them… haven’t run more than 15 in them as I’m not in long long training mode right now, but they’ve got amazing feel even after 800 miles on one pair and about 200 on the other two pairs)
under 8 ounces?
here’s the thing that’s ridiculous about putting a weight limit on your shoes.
I can go into the LRS and pull several shoes in the 8.3-9oz range that will feel better and run faster than some of the sub 8oz shoes on the wall.
Why would you choose a 7.8oz shoe that feels worse and runs worse than a 8.6oz shoe?
Comfort is the top priority but if I can have a shoe that is 8 versus 11 ounces that feels just as nice, I am taking the 8 or less.
I’ve been training largely in the NB Fuelcell Rebel and they’re a great shoe. Good for fast days and slow days too.
Not sure why nobody has suggested the vaporfly 4% or next% yet that I saw, but it seems like that’s the only real option for a cushioned shoe with some actual pop. Maybe the hoka carbon rocket
I picked up a pair of the Skechers Razor 3’s and I plan to wear them in an upcoming marathon. Lots of shock absorption with these and some pop too. Under 7 oz.
The longest I’ve run in them so far was an 8 mile road race. I’ve also done some 5k’s and a 10k. Marathons are a different adventure altogether, but my experience in these shoes to date tell me that they will do the trick.
Just got a pair of the next% yesterday and they feel delicious. Very forefoot with a fulcrum-y feel and more forefoot cushioning than a hoka if that is possible. Have not run in them yet but get giggly thinking about taking them out for the first time.
have been running in the Hoka Carbon x almost exclusively since spring and love them, cushioned light slight rocker feel.
sneaker nerds unite. 
I would not use the 8 ounces at the defining line. What you want is a shoe that feels light on your foot. You can find a 10oz shoe that does that better than an 8 oz shoe.
I am currently running in the following:
Epic React
NB Fuel Cell Rebel
Zoom Fly Flyknit
Hoka One One Carbon X
If I were in marathon shape knowing my form would not break down and there was not a Vapor Fly Next (which I own) I would choose the Rebel. It’s got pop, enough protection and it just fells great to run fast in.
You train and race in your Carbon X’s? I’ve got a pair coming I got with discount and am hoping they feel fast, but as of now I’m just planning on racing in them.
I absolutely train in them they are holding up very well. Love them. In the past I have been a clifton lover but I like these better. Wider forefoot.