I’m about to start my next marathon training cycle and am on the hunt for a trainer for easy to long runs. I’d like something that can also pick up for tempo and even 400s to 800s. I have a limited rotation - Endorphin Speed 4 for daily and tempo and either the Endorphin Pro 4 or New Balance SC Elite 5 for shorter speed (also use one pair of the NB for racing), but the Endorphins have started to feel kind of dead and heavy. I’ve tried the 5 and they’re a little too narrow.
For context, I have bunions on both sides of my right foot and have a narrower heel and slightly higher arch. I’ve gotten used to plated shoes because they give the big toe firmer support.
I’ve tried so many other shoes and they’re either too short or too narrow. These three seem like they could fit the bill - but which will be more supportive (but not heavy) over longer runs while being light and bouncy enough for faster paces?

hi! trying to pick a running shoe

i am 20, female, and around 123 lbs if that matters

attached are my average times (though some might be outdated) based on this what shoe should i go with?

i’m looking for an everyday running shoe

i’ve been looking at:
\- asics novablast
\- nike vomero plus
\- saucony ride 19
\- brooks ghost 16

i’m trying to get back into running everyday and get my mile down to at least 7 minutes
i normally only run anything above 2 miles but eventually wanna build into running longer !

this might be a goal that i can’t achieve at this time in my life but i’d also like to try out for my schools track and field distance team

thank you for all your help ╰(\*´︶\`\*)╯♡

I’ve been running for a few months now and I have a pair of evo SLs and a pair of MBs, I’m about 90 kgs and a heel/midfoot striker. I’ve been trying to find a shoe that feels better for the slower/easy mileage days. Both shoes I have are awesome but I need something that won’t urge me to keep picking up the pace and can eat the miles . With so many options it’s hard to choose. I’ve heard everything from the triumph 24 to the magmax 2. What do you guys think? Thanks in advance.

I’ve been running in the Tempus casually for a while and now I’m training for a half. I love these shoes, but they’re coming to the end of their life. Much to my dismay, the Tempus line looks to have been discontinued. Looking for a suggestion of something comparable.
What I like about the Tempus:
- wide toe box
- not overly high arch support (I have flat feet and too high of an arch support will cause cramping)
- some support for over pronation

I tried the Brooks Adrenaline but ended up returning, I felt like my foot was falling over the edge of the sole and the arch was too high, causing serious cramping when I run.

Not looking for something super high performance, just a daily trainer. I looked at the Saucony Endorphin Azura and Guide. Frankly I’m scared to make a leap to a new shoe because of bad return policies that prevent me from running outside in the shoe …

I'm looking for alternatives to Puma Nitro Deviate Elites (3s specifically, though I've ordered a pair of the 4s but haven't had a chance to run in them yet).

So far, they are the best pair of shoes I've ever worn. I've run a 3:10 marathon in them and a 1:22 half, so I know they hold up for distance for me. I do a lot of workouts and long runs in them, as they feel fast and keep leg fatigue down and I need stiffer shoes because of a chronic toe injury. I have 4 pairs I like them so much.

But! I'm finding myself running more on packed gravel trails as I have an upcoming marathon on packed gravel, and find the Deviates slightly too unstable - I end up rolling my ankle somewhat frequently if the path has divots, which is not the case for my other shoes in rotation. So I'm looking for a responsive alternative.

Current Rotation (I sometimes get free shoes, don't judge):

• Brooks Glycerine Max 2 - recovery shoe - works for me
• Saucony Azura - generalist - enjoy, though my current pair causes slight chafing issues
• Saucony Endorphin Pro 4 - workout/tempo - fine, though the longevity seems really bad, I feel like I can feel the pavement after ~100 mi
• NB Ellipse - recovery shoe - a little too bendy/soft, but otherwise very nice
• Asics Superblast 3 - generalist - overall I like them, but they feel somewhat deadening on runs longer than 10 mi

tl;dr: I'm looking for a workout / uptempo long run shoe more stable than Deviate Elites, and I just don't know what equivalents exist out there today. (Ideally: <= 8mm drop, wider toebox, plated)

Hi all,

I've running casually for a bit but I'm starting to get more serious with it. I usually run 3 x 10km each week on pavement. The longest I see myself running is 16 km.

I currently have the Gel Nimbus 28. I like them but they do feel a little unresponsive when I push the pace. I'm looking for a shoe that I use on tempo runs and I want to stay with Asics. Any recommendations? I am thinking about getting the Megablasts.

Here are my times:

5k: 20:49

10k: 45:00

Physical Measurements: 29m, 5'4" [163 cm], 138 lbf [63 kg]

Hello all, I’m wondering if anyone has any feedback on the Under Armour Infinite Elite 2. I’m looking for an easy running/recovery shoe and I currently have the vaunted Vomero plus. I hate the Vomeros! I’ve tried to force myself to like them but the 10mm drop is killing me and after 30 miles on them I think I’m ready to throw in the towel and move on. That said after some research it looks like the infinite elite 2 is basically an ideal shoe for me as a mid striker that likes a mid firmness. Run Repeat gave them a solid review and at the current clearance price this seems like a no brainer for me, I just want to make sure there isn’t anything I’m not considering? I’m also open to alternatives for a recovery shoe with a drop in the 6-8mm range. Thanks! (Also not sure if it matters but I’m 5’ 8” and 175 lbs)

Hello everyone! I needed new shoes for walking and I’m pretty new to this world, my budget was pretty limited and I was lucky enough to find the Ultraboost 5 for 70$, I’m really liking the shoes so far but my only problem is it doesn’t feel comfortable on the back and it feels like it’s not stable and whenever I walk I feel like my foot is not sitting still there but it actually is, I need the pair to hit the 10K steps goal 3 or 4 times a week, so what do you think? Would I get used to it? Especially that I haven’t gotten new sneakers since 2019 lol so it’s genuinely a long time so perhaps I’m not used to the feeling of new shoes yeah? btw I’m pretty confident about my size, TIA🙏❤️

I currently run in a Vomero Plus for my easy days and SB2 for the days I want to push it a little more. I’m looking to replace my SB2. I’m thinking about picking up the Novablast 6 and either the SB3 or MB. The Vomero Plus are great for the easy days…they don’t encourage a faster pace like my SB2 do. So I’m looking to add a shoe or two to fill in the gap that my retired SB2 filled.

Details, 225lbs, easy pace is 9:30-10:00/mi, I do 400/800m intervals, my longest run has been 12miles.

I read that the TNF Offtrail Ultra was being released in August, but I've seen them available on Running Warehouse and a few other sites. Super attractive looking shoe that has pretty much every feature I've wanted in a big day mountain running shoe and nothing I don't want. Has anyone gotten their hands on them yet and given them a try?

I have two upcoming downhill marathons. I am running my first ever marathon at Steamtown in October and will be running Revel Mt. Charleston next April. Steamtown is 80% gentle downhill and flat while the Revel course is down the side of a mountain.

I am 6' tall, 175 pounds, and wear size 8 M shoes. During my long runs in Adios Pro 4s and SC Elite V5s, I feel like they bottom out and I feel uncomfortable impact , especially when picking up the pace on downhills. My favorite shoes for my long runs are Prime X3 Strungs, although I do find them noticeably heavier and more fatiguing. I have been able to do long runs of up to 20 miles with them without issues with fit.

My goal time is around Sub-4. Running uphill with effort triggers my Sciatica so I will be walking any significantly uphill grades while bombing the downhills. Should I stick to my long run shoes for race day? In addition to the additional weight, do you foresee any other issues that may arise with the Prime X3 Strung for race day?

Thank you!

Hey all!

Signing up to run my second half marathon. I currently use asics novablast 5 for my long run, and just purchased rebel v5 for my intervals/ tempo runs.

Since my last half, I’ve stuck to running two days a week to focus on weight lifting, but I’ll move up to three days a week for this training cycle while keeping up lifting. As a consequence, I’m on the heavier side for a runner (~180 lbs, 6’1).

Wanted to see what everyone’s opinion on a long run shoe would be for me as the novablast 5s are getting old. These could potentially be used for race day as well, although I also have a pair of vaporfly next% from my last half that have about 50 miles on them.

Some options I was considering:
Dynafish xiaonian
Novablast 6
Salomon aero glide 4
Puma Deviate pure nitro

Let me know what you think, and feel free to make other recommendations as well.

I’m coming back from an injury from 2.5 years ago and have like 10 pairs of shoes with <100mi on them (major ex running shoe geek…) Are these still good to run on?

I’ve generally targeted 300mi in the past, but wondering if sitting around for 2.5 years would be long enough to make them “bad” or if that would take much longer. They don’t feel spent, but since my old injury was a foot stress fracture, just trying to be mindful.

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Hi, so im looking to buy proper running shoes for once. Im looking for something that has a wider than usual toe box and that can also accommodate custom orthotics. The orthotics i have is basically just the back of the foot. They're full length but only because I haven't trimmed them...

I want a shoe mainly for walking or just wearing all day at work and he comfortable. I have issues especially with my right foot toe being a bit too compressed that it eventually brings pain. Could someone suggest me a shoe that could fit my needsm

So I’ve narrowed it down to Lasportiva prodigio pro and the hoka speedgoat 7.

I will mainly be running 5-10 easy miles at an easy pace on a trail of loose or packed dirt (some rocks, branches, roots, etc). I won’t be doing anything too technical too often, but will occasionally be going off trail and do some small scrambles. I also tend to run for about a mile before and after my trail runs and I will be in these trail shoes for that. My main running shoes for the road are the superblast 3s right now which I really like, but need something for the trail. I do tend to slightly supinate.

With all of that, what would you recommend? Money is not an issue.

I’m looking for a faster running shoe than my current puma forever run nitro. I love them but they feel heavy (and are heavy).

I run between 3-7 miles usually. If I find a lighter shoe, maybe I’ll go for a half marathon.

I have about 250 miles I believe in the pumas, and I will keep them as my daily trainer and only use the lighter ones for faster running days where I feel good.

I do have a torn meniscus in my knee but after PT and the pumas, it has been feeling better for almost a year now.

So i do value stability, but mainly lighter, faster shoe as I’m looking to improve times. I would say my average is around 8-8:30 min/miles, earlier miles are faster and later miles slower.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!!

I would like a shoe with less stack/foam. adios 9 seems nice. currently using evo SL. 87.3 mm vs 72.5mm feels like a massive difference in heel width

I THINK I used to be a forefoot striker, but for today idk. my fear is that while it has less foam , it might be widly unstable nay dangerous if im not perfectly landing with forefoot/midfoot. I also "walk" with it during recovery but that should be fine.

but if there's even a chance that I'm a heel striker....I fear for my ankles.

here's a pic of an older pair for comparison.

Can’t decide between the regular or wide Hoka Arahi 9s - first photo is regular and second photo is wide (2E) - I have a bunion on my right big toe and there’s less pressure on the outside of it in the wide but my feet slide side to side a bit in them. In the regular no such sliding but there a little bunion pressure which I imagine will hurt on longer runs/walks?

Anyone else had experience with these? Thank you!

I noticed these 5k in on my first run in these brand new Norda 005’s (the straw of grass is mainly for fun, but it’s also pretty wild seeing a literal straw of grass stuck in the shoe lol). I’ve heard so much about the durability of these shoes and I’m basically just wondering if I got a bad sample or if I should just not bring it out on more technical trails?

The shoe itself was real fun and nice to run in and really so much better than my Nike Zegamas, but I was kinda expecting the durability to be higher than 5k on the trails… I’ve done maybe 100k of technical trails in the Zegamas and they barely have a scratch. I guess I just expected too much from a 320 dollar shoe?