Alright all you running shoe junkies, suggest my next shoe. I’m a fairly neutral runner currently running in Asics Cumulus looking for something a little less built up. I run 45-60 MPW but I’m far from fast. Ideally $100 or less.
Thoughts?
asics speedstar
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Airwalk
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Mizuno Wave Aero
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Airwalk
That is so incredibly helpful, thanks!
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Thanks to those who have responded seriously. Any feedback as to what you like about the suggested shoe would be appreciated!
asics speedstar
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This shoe is the best combination of great cushioning and light weight that I have run in. It is my staple training shoe and also the shoe I have worn for all but one of the marathons I have done (stand-alone and IM).
I do not like the Speedstar 5 as much as the 4 but it is still a great shoe. The upper in the 5 is a little more snug at first but it loosens up a little bit. Plus they give you multiple color options in case you are picky about your shoe color.
I think the Blur33 concept is good. Not sure if they are ready for serious miles yet though. I like the idea of a lower heel while retaining the cushy forefoot.
Airwalk
That is so incredibly helpful, thanks!
Cool. Have you tried the Saucony Kinvara’s yet? I also use Cumulus-like neutral trainers, and I like the Kinvaras for speedwork and tempo runs.
I have a pair of these. I was using Cumulus before that. I really like the Blur.
K-Swiss Blade-Light Run
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brooks green silence
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X 2 on the Gel Speedstar. Unfortunately, I think the shoe went downhill after the 4. Hopefully the 6 will be better.
I now run in-
Addizero Adios for racing / tempo runs
Addizero Boston for other runs.
Brooks Launch. I was a Speedstar fan, but really like these. I wish the Kinvara fit my foot better so I could give those a go…
brooks green silence
+1 I love these
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First post as a ST member!
I have worn the Kinvara’s, Speedstar 5’s, and Launch. The Launch is my favorite. Seems to be the best all around for comfort, weight, and durability. I hear great things about the silence as well but have yet to try them. Also, Brooks has a new line of shoes called Pure Project coming out in Oct. that may be worth looking into.
K-Swiss Blade-Light Run
This. Seriously. In love. Might want to size down .5, be sure to try them on first.
A long steady day is like heaven but when you tune them up they really fly. If you told me 5 years ago I’d be running in K Swiss shoes I would have punched you in the throat but they are superb to me.
K-Swiss Blade-Light Run
This. Seriously. In love. Might want to size down .5, be sure to try them on first.
A long steady day is like heaven but when you tune them up they really fly. If you told me 5 years ago I’d be running in K Swiss shoes I would have punched you in the throat but they are superb to me.
Let me qualify that…Kwicky Blade Light. Thank you.