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2020 October Shoes

Starting moving shoes around to minimize change as I ramp up for marathon.  Focus is on Alphafly, Next %, Speed, Run Fast and Novablast (though Speed can cover).

 Testing:

  • Adidas Adios Pro - Not sure if will be able to activate carbon rods.
  • New Balance RC Elite - Multiple runs.  Seems to have pronation issues.  Might have to return.
  • Nike Alphafly - 1 run so far.  No issues.  Likely to be my marathon shoe.
  • Salomon Sense Ride 2 - Got from ebay.  Firmer than the Pegasus Trail (in a good way).  Need to actually run in them now.
In Rotation:
  • Asics Novablast - This shoe is interesting as the heel is noticeable.  Have had to adjust to feel comfortable.
  • Nike Pegasus 36 Trail - Over 40 miles on the shoe and still get foot aches.  I wonder if it is the trails vs. shoes.  Will try with Sense Ride 2 to see if there is pain..
  • Reebok Run Fast - Really like this shoe as an alternate to the Rebel. Usually use for trail intervals as I don't want to chew up one of my less tractioned-outsole road shoes.
  • Reebok Run Fast Pro - Race/track only.  Not enough cushion for 5K/10K for me on the road unless I become more efficient in my running form.
  • Saucony Endorphin Speed - My favorite all around shoe.  Bought a 2nd (NYC edition - yes!!!).
  • Vaporfly 4% and Next % - Races.  Still the best choice right now.  4% used for training runs (preferred over TC - not sure compared to RC).  Bringing back the Orange shoe for use.  
Shoes "in the wings":
  • Atryeu - Like the shoe, but limited bounce.
  • NB 1080 v10 - With 2 runs, the shoe is breaking it.  It feels very comfortable for long, easy runs.
  • NB Rebel 2 - Waiting to wear out Run Fast.
  • NB TC - Enjoying the shoe for faster runs.  Weight is noticeable at longer distances.
  • Reebok Run Fast Pro London - One run, and seemed to work well.  The heel irritation was less of an issue once running at speed.
Retired/Returned:
  • Altra Escalante - Looking for opportunity to rotate in.
  • Altra Escalante Racer - 0 drop on delay mode right now.
  • Adidas Boston 8 - Moved out of rotation with all the other high-quality shoes.   Didn't give much energy return the last time I ran with it.
  • Reebok Panthea - Really liked this shoe, until I started getting foot pains on the left.  Seems like a pronation issue. Will wait till after the marathon to try again.
  • Reebok Energy - Retired.  Tried running and got right foot arch pain.  Very little arch support in the shoe. Wasn't worth the "energy" to figure out the issue.
  • Salomon Accelerate - Tried again after months of not using.  Still firm, and still getting issues with the right foot, little toe going a bit numb.  Will return to REI.
  • Skechers Gorun 7+ - Shoes seem to work better, but the lower drop just isn't cutting it.  I have given up on low drop hyperburst shoes for now.
Thinking About:
  • Asics Metaracer - Gave up on these as the real weight was heavier than listed.
  • Atreyu Artist - Pre-ordered.  Very interesting at $100.
  • Reebok Synergy - Pass, bad reviews.
  • Saucony Endorphin Pro - Going back and forth on this one.  Really like the Speed, so you would think this is a good choice.  But, the Alphafly was soo much bouncier than the Speed.  

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