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.