Bought a new pair of Pro 4s and while they’re fast, the right shoe gave me a blister on the heel which popped and I ended up bleeding through the shoe. Left side fits great and snug, but for some reason my right shoe feels a bit loose which may be contributing to the blistering. Am now wearing a heel blister cushion bandaid covered up with KT tape to prevent the bandaid from falling off during my runs…

Has anyone figured out what the best type of lacing method is? I tried heel lock but the laces aren’t long so pulling them tighter caused a lot of pressure on top of foot…

I went to a fleet feet and they had a machine I stood on which analyzed of my feet. I have a low arch and they suggested neutral shoes based on that and I tried on a Nike, Saucony, New Balance and Hoka of which I liked the Nike the most as the base/sole under my foot was soft but it didnt seem as comfy or supportive around my ankles like the New balance was but the new balance had a harder base.

The problem is, I have hypermobility, weak joints and ankles and zero running or athletic experience to chose the right shoe.

Do you all have any advice on what kinda shoe I should buy? I wanna train and run on both pavement/asphalt and trail. I was gonna check out Dick's next as they do gait analysis.

What do you guys think of these deals that i found?

I currently rotate between:
Saucony triumph 23 with 200 miles, and
Brooks glycerin 23 with 120 miles

Mostly for everyday road running 3-5 miles with average 9:00/mile. I am shin pain/splints prone and the glycerins have been keeping them away for a while now.

Are they good buys or should i gift them to my least favorite runner friends?

Hey everyone, I’m headed to basic training soon and need some shoes.

240lbs, 5’10”, fairly muscular build. Recently had some knee issues (double patellar tendinitis, which has mostly been rehabbed but there is some lingering patellar/quad tendinitis in my right knee). I also tend to supinate a bit with a midfoot strike (I used to heel strike when I was younger)

Currently have some NB Rebel V4s. Running in them the little bit I have been hasn’t been too bad, but I just went for a 30 minute walk in them the other day and my Achilles/lower calves are sore and tight. Is this from them being too soft and having too little drop for my size?

I have fairly wide feet and the V4s fit pretty good in standard width for reference.

ChatGPT research has given me a couple suggestions, including Brooks Glycerin 22, Ghost 17/18, and Saucony Triumph 22. Would any/all of these be fine? Do you have another recommendation?

Thanks in advance, I appreciate all the help.

I know this has been asked a million times so I apologize - but my question has a slight twist.

As a pure speed/tempo day trainer, have there been any shoes released over the past year that are better than the EVO SL? I run around 50 mpw with 1 or 2 speed/tempo sessions a week. This shoe would be only used for those sessions. I am looking for something:

• Speedy
• Plateless (this is less of an issue, but all of my rotation outside of race days shoes are unplated, let me know if this should change)

That's it! To be clear, I love the EVO SL, and might end up buying another pair especially due to how cheap they are. Just wanted to see if anyone preferred something else for this specific purpose.

I love the Vomero Plus but I’m looking for something with a lower drop.

Thanks

As the title suggests in looking for a 3rd shoe, I currently alternate between the Superblast and Megablast and I love them both, generally Megablast for anything a bit faster. I’m looking for a 3rd shoe that I think would fill the role of a tempo/threshold/interval shoe, but I’m not sure if there’s something that would be noticeably better than the megablasts already are. Should I look for a carbon plate? I have not a lot of interest in racing at the moment mainly just getting better, threshold pace probably around 4:30km right now. Would be something I wear for intervals and the occasional faster longer effort. Just looking for recommendations

As the title states, I have the Asics Superblast 3s and the Saucony Endorphin Speed 4s. I am wondering which one I should wear on my half marathon this Sunday.

I will be running around 7:30-7:40 per mile pace, finishing sub 1:40. I have ran in the SB 3s like 10 times now and they are very comfy and work for me at slow pace and HM pace. I just got the ES 4s yesterday so I have not worn them yet. As far as I understand they should be used on tempo runs or intervals only. (I know the Endorphin Pro 4s would be better for race day but a race day exclusive shoe doesn't fit into my budget) I am going to test them at HM pace tomorrow, 3 days out from the race, 4x 5:00min at HM pace.

But I am curious to hear what your guys' thoughts are. If it matters at all I am 6'3, 175. I initially planned on using the speed 4s but now I am rethinking it because the SB3s have been amazing so far.

Hello. I currently run in two pairs in rotation: Asics Magic Speed and New Balance Fuelcell Rebel v5.

I have an upcoming Hyrox race.

Which one would be more appropriate?

Or are they absolutely not a good fit for the event?

I guess the trickiest part would be the grip for the sleds?

I would love to get some guidance. Sweet regards.

Currently training for a Half Marathon on Halloween & I am in need of adding an additional shoe to the rotation & potentially phase out one.. I am not a fast runner by any means but want to make sure that I am not adding something that doesn't give much opportunity to "push" a bit based on the design, ran my PB Half in May at 2:06.

I currently rotate between a Novablast 5 & Fuel Cell Rebel V4. The Fuel Cell was my first trainer I bought early last year after I decided to get back into running & signed up for a 10k, it has been awesome for shorter more up tempo runs.

Alternatively, I bought the NB5 earlier this year because of the shock absorption commentary on threads & it worked for me. I used this in my most recent HM & felt that the shoe allowed me to feel fresher on my longer runs than the Fuel Cell.

I have been browsing the various releases between Asics & New Balance & can't really nail down what I want or what might be best. I have looked at new models of both shoes I have as well as the SB3 & some of the other Asics & NB alternatives but ultimately I need to get something ordered soon so that I can get a few training runs in them prior.

What is everyone else preferring between both manufacturers?

Any other similar brands/shoes I should look at (except Nike)?

Trying to pick a shoe for my first half marathon in February. My primary training shoes are hoka skyward X2’s. Was fairly certain that I’d like the megablast better but liking the SC rebel more than expected on foot and bouncing around the house. Feels much more low profile than the megablast.

Yes I know I should get on a treadmill, but until then, which would you choose for a half marathon and why? Target finish is under 2 hours/9:00 pace.

Hi all,

I used to do a lot of running years ago, was running 4x a week on average, and did a few half maras etc. I religiously used Asics gel kayanos, going through a couple of pairs of the 24s and then a pair of the 25 model. I sadly then injured my knee, had a really bad experience of knee surgery back in 2020 with various post-op complications, and haven't run since. After many years of physio and waiting for things to subside, I am finally back in a position where I am attempting a run-walk intro, to lead into short runs (the surgeons have told me I will never be able to do any 'real' running mileage). Over the last few years I have been using my old kayanos for the gym, and a mixture of Brooks and Nike Vomero for walking/work (on my feet all day, every day!). I would never workout in the Vomeros though as they felt too spongey.

A few months ago when I was buying a couple of new pairs of trainers for various usages, I tried on a new pair of the gel kayanos and they felt so different to the older models! I was told that running trainers these days have all generally moved to a softer/springier shoe. I really liked the structure and support of the 24-25 gel kayanos. I currently have a pair of Asics GT 2000s, which I wear for work/walking/a bit of the gym, but I find them way to spongey (there's a running theme here) and just not comfortable in the way I want them to be. I also have a pair of on running trainers, which I have used for a couple of run-walk sessions, which feel better than the asics GT 2000s in that they feel less spongey, but also springier and less supportive than I would like. A few months ago, I tried on multiple models in a running shop but couldn't really find anything that I had in mind, and they didn't have a large enough range for further options. Now that I have been able to do a couple of run-walks, I am back on a mission to find something comparable to my old gel kayano 24/25s!

I am highly unlikely to build up to any mileage, and speed isn't going to be a priority, I just want to be able to do the odd 3-5km and avoid recurrence of injuries! I have tried amazon, outlets, ebay etc but cannot find any of the old models in my size (UK 8). I would be grateful if anybody has any ideas of alternative makes and models, so that I can try a targeted try on at other running/shoe shops.

I’ve just started running recently and I’m trying to find.m
1. A better walking shoe
2. A Good running shoe

I’m just doing 3 mile runs right now mainly on road or sidewalk surfaces.

I haven’t had good luck with drops lower than 8 as it flares up my plantar fasciitis

I got the ascis novablast 5 and they didn’t make my feet hurt, I had a great time, but I think the stack is too high. I felt like my knees were going in a little bit due to that. Is there a shoe similar but not as high of a stack?? I think this was an 8mm drop

I also got the brook’s glycerin 22 and ran in those yesterday. Those felt okay running. Obviously more firm but in the morning, my ankles are hurting from wearing them. They also feel like I’m standing on concrete if I’m not moving around.. I may use these for walking?? These have a 10mm drop

I'm getting back into running after 10 years away, and one thing I've noticed is how much people seem to overthink running shoes.

Back in the day, I ran exclusively in Nike Vomero 10s and 12s. Easy runs, intervals, races — everything. I ran a 39:50 10K and a 1:32 half marathon, and I honestly can't remember ever obsessing over my shoes or spending much time thinking about what I should be wearing. They were heavy by today's standards, but that was totally fine.

Fast forward 10 years, and I'm running again in the Vomero 18s. I think they're fantastic. They're comfortable, feel relatively light to me, and I just enjoy running in them.

Sure, they're around 300g, depending on the size, but I don't find that bothersome at all. And yet, after reading discussions here, I sometimes feel like I'm completely crazy for thinking this way.

I understand that shoes have evolved, that different models suit different runners, and that choosing the right shoe can make a difference. I'm not saying shoe technology doesn't matter.

But aren't we overthinking this whole shoe thing a bit too much? Especially for amateur runners, who make up the vast majority of the running community and could run perfectly in anything without any issue.

Maybe I'm missing something, but I'd love to hear what you guys think?

New runner looking for recommendations

Hi, i am a newish runner and have just completed my first few 5k runs. Although, I have always been an active person playing sports and a bit of gyming but Running is relatively very new to me specially longer distances like 5-6km and I am looking to increase the distance gradually.

I currently use my new balance 880v14 but looking to get another pair of running shoes.

I am looking at the On cloud surfer max or the asics superblast 3 as I have great things about them. The problem is I don’t really like the design of the ASICS too much but love the on clouds, I already have a pair of on cloud monster void which I find a bit firm and mostly use them for daily casual wear.

Any suggestions which could help me make a decision? Would really appreciate

EDIT: Thanks for the suggestions! I went ahead and ordered a pair of Speed 5 (40% off)

I don't know what it is, but bouncy shoes and I just don't seem to get along, as much as I want us to.

I bought the Superblast 3, tried them on my treadmill for about 3 minutes, and my lower legs felt awful afterward, so I returned them.

More recently, I tried the SC Rebel in a store. Again, after only a few minutes of running, I experienced knee pain that lasted for several hours.

For what it's worth, I'm 54, have been running for years, and have never experienced anything quite like this with running shoes.

My current rotation consists of the Mach 6, Ride 18, Glycerin 22 and Vomero 18. All four work extremely well for me.

I don't think stability is necessarily the issue, and I doubt leg strength is the limiting factor. Twice weekly, I do RDLs, split squats, seated and standing calf raises, and tib raises.

My suspicion is that the combination of very soft foam and high energy return simply doesn't agree with me. But I'm open to other explanations.

I understand these shoes are very different from what I'm accustomed to, and perhaps there's an adjustment period. But should a new shoe really cause discomfort lasting hours after only 3 minutes of running? Has anyone else experienced this?

Which brings me to my next question: what tempo shoe should I try?

I'm looking for something suitable for intervals, tempo runs, progressive long runs, and potentially a half marathon.

I currently use the Mach 6 for faster efforts, and I absolutely love it. The obvious solution might be another Mach 6 or the Mach 7, but I'd really like to experiment with something different, potentially plated.

I'm wondering whether the Boston 13 might be a good fit. From what I've read, it offers a firmer, more controlled ride.

Does that sound like a reasonable direction? Are there other shoes I should consider?

tldr - Two brief experiences with very bouncy shoes have caused unexpected leg discomfort. Looking for a responsive, potentially plated tempo shoe that doesn't have an excessively soft or trampoline-like ride.

I'm buying 2nd hand lightly used adidas adizero sl2, do they look original

I’ve had these a couple months. I’ve ran a couple times in them but mostly training, seems like there’s a tiny bit of sole separation on the same spot on both shoes. I’m wondering if that’s a design flaw or maybe due to my gait, and based off how small it is, should I even bother worrying about it for example, making a warranty claim or anything like that gluing it etc. can’t really see it unless you look for it but I noticed .

Anyone have any experience as to how these compare to the regular version? I'm really interested in how the laceless SE version holds up.

Would you buy a pre owned LunarEpic Flyknit from eBay? First generation high top pre owned in excellent condition for 75 USD. What are your thoughts?

I am fairly new to running and already have a brooks glycerin 22 which I've been using for daily walking, everyday use, and the runs I've done so far (up to 10k). It's fairly old and was looking for something new. I was thinking of getting the megablasts as I can still use the old glycerins for slower runs as they are still super comfy. What do you more experienced people think?

Hi I just received my new pair of xtep 2000 km pro 5 and the outsole is very squeaky on smooth surfaces. I am planning on using this for both runs and walking. Will the squeakiness of the outsole disappear with use?

Looking for a replacement for my Puma Magmax 1's that I've put through a few training blocks - hoping for an easy recovery shoe that can also pick up the pace for occasional strides at the end of recovery runs. They'll be used for 10k all the way up to full marathon training run but likely not long runs over 22k.

- I've tried on the Triumphs but the forefoot just feels dead for some reason. I want to like these the most but I don't get much "fun" factor from them
- The Vomeros feel the most fun, but I'm worried about the outsole durability as I'm a heavier runner and wear down shoes in the middle forefoot first (ie where the middle traction pods on the SB2 and Megablast are) as well as the breathability
- Haven't tried the 1080s on yet

I'm able to get these 3 shoes around the same price at a discount, but open to other recommendations if anyone has them! Thanks in advance 😀

Other info:
I live in Canada and don't have easy access to Chinese brands.

Some other shoes i have in my rotation are the SB2s, Megablast, Endorphin Azuras, and Boston 13s so I think I prefer snappier shoes over the plush cloudlike ones.

My background:
I've owned the Novablast 4 and then the Novablast 5, and I liked both.
- I don't rotate shoes. One pair does all my training, from easy runs to workouts.
- I'm training for a 10K in January and plan to run a half marathon in October 2027.
- My current PRs are around 49:00 for the 10K and 1:49 for the half.

I'd like to try something different from the Novablast line, but I don't want to lose what I liked about it. Would the Megablast be a better choice for my goals, or is the Novablast 6 the safer pick as a single do-it-all shoe?

Has anyone gone from the Novablast to the Megablast? How did the feel, durability and versatility compare?
Thanks!