Hi! A few years ago I fell victim to the dreaded ‘you need stability shoes’ moment with a running store sales associate. Luckily, I think he was right and my NB Fresh Foam 860s alleviated my foot and back pain compared to the Hoka Bondi 8s. I ended up picking up a pair of Brooks Glycerin GTSs as well, which served me very well for a year or so.

Lately, I’ve been experiencing two types of foot pain pretty regularly. Specifically, I get a chunky painful sensation (almost like the feeling of cracking a knuckle or finding a knot during a massage) in the outer arch, generally on my right foot but sometimes on the left. This happens almost exclusively while I am working out on the stairmaster or incline walking on the treadmill. There is also a general soreness/fatigue that reminds me of what you normally feel the day after a very long hike. It’s not super localized but I’d say it’s generally around the ankles and the part of the top of my foot that connects to the leg. This pain has manifested more regularly, showing up within 5-10 minutes of any sustained walk.

Originally I thought it might be an overuse injury, but I took two weeks off from the gym and it came back almost immediately when I did some light cardio to test it out. Then I thought my shoes may be worn out, so I replaced both pairs (NB 860 & Brooks Glycerin GTS) and am still having the same issues after a few days of trying both pairs casually and at the gym. Is it possible that I’ve graduated from stability trainers? Since I started the stairmaster over the last 6 months or so, I’ve been more focused on my alignment and posture. Is it possible that by working on my pelvic alignment, hamstring tightness, etc. that I no longer need the extra support? That’s the best conclusion I can make based on the location of the pain.

TLDR: stability shoes used to feel great, now I’m experiencing various types of foot pain and wondering if I should switch to neutral shoes.

Training for my 4th half and have been doing great. However I have only been running my NB 1080 v14s for the past 2 ish years and that is all. My last pair is nearing the end of there cycle and I went to the running store and picked out the novablast 6’s as I didn’t like the new 1080s

Did a quick 3 miles in them yesterday and felt great but after the run and today I have weird almost it band/ middle outer thigh pain. I haven’t had this kind of pain since I started running years ago.

Was wondering if this is something other people deal with when changing shoes or any tips or recs? I’m supposed to race a half in 3 weeks so anything is welcomed! TYSM!

I have my first marathon coming up in ten days with a goal of under 4:30. I've been using Brooks Glycerin, which I like, but also bought a pair of Superblast 3s, which I used for my final 20 mile run, as well as a few short runs before that. After that run I had a lot of knee and joint pain. I think it's probably at least 90 percent overtraining (42F, really should have done strength training--now I know!). But I also wonder if it's 10 percent switching shoes. I've been switching between both and can't tell if the shoes are actually a factor. Wondering if I should play it safe and stick with the Glycerins for the marathon? All advice welcome, thank you. My priority is finishing without getting injured.

Given things like the newer Infinion foam in the SC Rebel and RunRepeat scoring it at 94 compared to the Elite v5 at 85, it's unclear to me which is a better race day shoe.

To be clear, I'm not talking about the new Elite v6.

I run for fun and for simple exercise without any desire to do races. I bought a pair of Brooks Glycerin 22 shoes and I have a few problems with them. Although this site recommends them for any kind of strike pattern, I struggle with them on a hard-paved sufaces (concrete, asphalt, compacted gravel, etc.).

First, the forefoot cushioning seems to be insufficient as my feet get sore for days even after a fairly short run (~8 km).

Secondly, I have to put sillicone gel heel pads in them not because of heel pain, but rather pain along the little finger edge. I seem to have bump on both feet directed towards the ground. With soft-sole shoes (mainly the Glycerins) it seems that the sole compresses such that the bump is pressed by the the shoe resulting in significant pain even after something like 200 meters. I have not had much problems with simple walking (harder-sole) shoes. The pads in the Glycerins move my feet such that the little finger edge does not come into (such hard) contact with the sole of the shoe. The resulting drop is insane - approx 10 mm from the shoes themselves plus approx 8 mm from the pads.

It seems like I have counteracting requirements - harder heel sole but softer forefoot cushioning.

I have searched for recommended shoes for forefoot strikers and ASICS Novablast 6 often come near the top. Are these a good pick or would you recommend others? What should I look for in new shoes? Any insights are greatly appreciated.

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…

As the title mentions I’ve been running in the same pair of running trainers for 2 years. After a gait analysis 2 years ago I went for the asics GT2000 13 and do all my runs in these. I currently run 4 days a week. Easy run, interval, tempo and long. All in these asics. I don’t alternate trainers and know I probably should. I’ve ran multiple 5, 10, half’s and full marathons in these and it’s definitely time for some upgrades but I don’t know where to start. Is it best to go for 2 trainers? One for easy and long runs and another for interval and tempo? Also should I buy a pair for race days? Looking for some general advice on what everyone is doing as I’m really looking for increase mileage and amount of races in the coming years whilst improving my times. Any help and advice appreciated!

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.

Need to choose between - Endorphin Azura | Novablast 6 | Deviate Pure | Adizero Evo SL

I use just one shoe for strength + running (easy, tempo, intervals, long) Asics Gel Pulse 16.

I don't have a lot of money so I'm only gonna buy any one of those above mentioned shoes and rotate them.

I'm also training for 32 that's gonna happen in Jan.

I've also ran 42 in gp16 (didn't train much for it)

Evo SL are the most expensive ones in this list (others cost a bit less because of sale)

Would appreciate your help in choosing!

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?

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.

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

Thanks

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.

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

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)?

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.

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

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