Nowadays, it is often difficult to express your opinion when you don't like something that others really enjoy, without someone feeling attacked. So, another very, very strong video from you again. 🌹
The adios pro 3 and the Takumi sen 8/9/10 didn't work for me due to the cut out in the midsole by the little toe as I supinate and it makes it feel really unstable. So sad as I love the feel of lightstrike pro. Appreciate the honesty as usual Aubrey!
Same problem with the Takumi. Boston 12 does the same but love the Pro 3, I think because it’s so inflexible. I love reviews that go into things like that. Helps me figure out who my feet may vibe with, reviewer wise.
The crazy thing is that it’s such an amazing shoe. The technology in that shoe is amazing. It’s a high performer for most people. For the 5 to 10K distance, not many shoes compare. But just didn’t work for me
1:25 - I assume you’re referring to my Pegasus 41 video… it was a bag of sh*t… does that mean I’m not mature? I paid my own money for that shoe, to be let down and disappointed at Nikes clear lack of innovation… I call a spade a spade, it’s a shame when others can’t
Andy… I’ve seen many reviews call shoes that including yours. I respect you way too much and to be quite frank I’m too much of a fan of what you do and who you are to even infer that you’re immature. The maturity point is simply, solely and strictly about me as a reviewer on TH-cam and finding my own way of doing this. We will be different as reviewers and maturity to me, is finding my own way and style and sticking to it. The tough thing about this shoe review stuff is that it embodies the expression “one man’s rubbish is another’s treasure”. I know people that LOVE the Pegasus 40 and 41. It’s all relative at the end of the day.
@@AubreyRunningit came off as you saying he was snobby for the opinion. You got him more views on his video though. I have no interest, but I watched. Thanks Andy!
@@Echom4-kr5el Idk but to me it was pretty obvious that he was talking about how he was developing in the space instead of saying others aren't mature.
Good points, when I started learning about shoes all I heard was (on videos) how great the hoka Mach 4 was, bought it and absolutely didn’t work for me, seemed like a rough ride and bottom showed wear in like 3 runs, but to this day still see them at 5-10k’s. No tread left of course….
I got a pair of Saucony Endorphin speed 3’s. When I first wore them I really didn’t like them. However, eventually, at about the 40 mile point, I started to feel different about them. I realized I was comparing them to my Novablast 3’s. I love my Novablast, but the two shoes are very different. The speed 3’s are a little more nimble with a little less comfort. They feel better when I pick up the pace. I really like my speed 3’s now, and I think I would like another pair while they are still available. Both shoes work for me.
Great video. Nike Invincible 3 didn't work for me. It gave me knee pain, calf muscle strain and it was just too highly stacked. I returned it and bought a Nike Vomero 17 and I have been happy ever since. Can't wait to see your opinion on the Nike Pegasus 41....in Volt.
Shoes that didn't work for me: New Balance 840 X fresh foam - way too soft and on a 10k run after 5k they seemed to have lost any cushioning effect they had in the beginning. Quality was also bad with some plastic parts of the tongue sticking out at the side. Adizero SL (1). Too narrow and too high, felt very unstable. Puma Liberate Nitro 2 - lovely for walking but I think the low drop needs some time to get used to. I felt pain in the backside of my knees. Asics Novablast 3. Too narrow and even when only standing it felt like my feet were slipping off the midsole.
@@AubreyRunningsame here. Many people like the Novablast or Adizero SL. Both didn't work for me. Just like the NB 840. I think the Puma Liberate Nitro 2 would probably work once I get used to the low drop.
Great video Aubrey, there are some running shoes out there that are not very good but the majority will work for a lot of people and not for others, I don't get on with most adidas and Puma shoes but I know they sell well and are appreciated by lots of people, we are not all the same!
@@AubreyRunning I was an early adopter of Puma but they felt flat and I persevered with Deviate Nitro 2 but still got nothing from them. Had Adidas Pro 3 and Prime X Strung but both hurt my toes and chafed my heel and felt too firm.
As you were talking about the Olympus one, I was thinking “But Wait!” The second one is so much bet… Ah! There it is 😂. I love that you give a second version a shot when you didn’t like the first one.
For me, Neo Vista didn’t work for me as a super trainer. Skyward X on the other hand is awesome! I think at 170lbs, I’m too heavy for the Neo Vista, while the Skyward gives me that bounce that makes running fun.
Doesn’t sound that heavy to me. I am not far off! Not tried the Neo Vista as think for my relatively narrow feet those bootie uppers only need to be a bit wider than ideal for me to get so much folding trying to lock them down. That said is the foam just too soft? I had that problem few years ago in the Rebel v2
@@TimGrose Yea, I feel like the foam is too soft and not much rebound for how thick it is. I’ve often likened it to a Nimbus with a plate. Just didn’t do anything for me.
I remember the whole minimalist crazed I had the Nike Free RN which I used for treatmill running daily for like 3 months, think it worked pretty well there and can’t remember any issues. But agree Puma is life right now. Abit hesitent on buying the Fast-r as I’m no where near fast enough for it.
@@AubreyRunning im waiting for the deviate nitro elite 2 to come down on discount with the release of the 3. The normal deviate nitro 3 looks like it’s lost the “elite” foam. I look forward to what info Puma give you.
Used to use Nike Pegasus a lot for my easy runs and even some long runs. I replaced my worn out 36’s with a 37 and instantly hated them. They felt like bricks on my feet and were hard and slappy. I gave them away after a few 100km’s and have never gone back. I hear the word React with Nike and I start to gag! Much better daily’s like NB 1080’s or Saucony Triumph’s. Nike daily trainers are crap and have been for 5 years…their race shoes however are 🔥
Sshhheeessshhh that’s a bad experience for sure and I agree with you that their race day shoes are 🔥🔥🔥. Yeah it’s a good thing finding shoes that work for you.
The 2nd version was a massive improvement and I actually enjoyed that shoe. The first one in my opinion was Altra finding their way but I struggled with it. I can’t wait to see what they do to it next
For me with the takumi I just loosened the end lace to give my toes and end of my foot a bit more room and never had a problem again but that might just be me?
Yeah the struggle for me was not lacing related. Its the forefoot at the joint if the big toe. Its a shame because I was so looking forward to the shoe
@@AubreyRunning Ah okay, cause I had a problem with rubbing on the side of the foot just down from my big toe when I tightened it to how I'd normally have my shoe. That's a shame.
Was the Takumi Sen 10 too narrow for you do you think? Did you try the 8 or 9 which I did but haven’t got the 10 so wonder if there was anything different about the 10.
I think the past versions the energy rods were carbon infused but in the 10 they are glass fiber infused...so it gives it a different ride from previous versions. 10 is the same stack height as the last 2 versions but Adidas said "they tweaked the midsole". I heard it gives it a slightly firmer/snappier feel.
Lots of good thinking points for when we shop new shoes. I get so tied to the Colorways, the hype, the "speed".... but it's also good to remember that the shoe is an extension of YOU-- so if it sucks when you put it on, it's not the shoe for you, Thanks for sharing your insights on these! and thanks for the stamped callout. 🤎
Nowadays, it is often difficult to express your opinion when you don't like something that others really enjoy, without someone feeling attacked. So, another very, very strong video from you again.
🌹
I agree… people will always have something to say!
The adios pro 3 and the Takumi sen 8/9/10 didn't work for me due to the cut out in the midsole by the little toe as I supinate and it makes it feel really unstable. So sad as I love the feel of lightstrike pro.
Appreciate the honesty as usual Aubrey!
I feel you because the Adios pro 3 is simply one of my favorite shoes… ever
Same problem with the Takumi. Boston 12 does the same but love the Pro 3, I think because it’s so inflexible. I love reviews that go into things like that. Helps me figure out who my feet may vibe with, reviewer wise.
The crazy thing is that it’s such an amazing shoe. The technology in that shoe is amazing. It’s a high performer for most people. For the 5 to 10K distance, not many shoes compare. But just didn’t work for me
1:25 - I assume you’re referring to my Pegasus 41 video… it was a bag of sh*t… does that mean I’m not mature? I paid my own money for that shoe, to be let down and disappointed at Nikes clear lack of innovation…
I call a spade a spade, it’s a shame when others can’t
Andy… I’ve seen many reviews call shoes that including yours. I respect you way too much and to be quite frank I’m too much of a fan of what you do and who you are to even infer that you’re immature. The maturity point is simply, solely and strictly about me as a reviewer on TH-cam and finding my own way of doing this.
We will be different as reviewers and maturity to me, is finding my own way and style and sticking to it.
The tough thing about this shoe review stuff is that it embodies the expression “one man’s rubbish is another’s treasure”. I know people that LOVE the Pegasus 40 and 41. It’s all relative at the end of the day.
@@AubreyRunningit came off as you saying he was snobby for the opinion. You got him more views on his video though. I have no interest, but I watched. Thanks Andy!
@@Echom4-kr5el Idk but to me it was pretty obvious that he was talking about how he was developing in the space instead of saying others aren't mature.
@@_Tp___ yes I completely agree on this point.
Always appreciate the honesty and transparency. Great video.
Thank you for acknowledging that. It means A lot.
Good points, when I started learning about shoes all I heard was (on videos) how great the hoka Mach 4 was, bought it and absolutely didn’t work for me, seemed like a rough ride and bottom showed wear in like 3 runs, but to this day still see them at 5-10k’s. No tread left of course….
I’m learning that they are all great shoes… but not all of them are for us. Maturity is distinguishing between the 2.
First time watching one of your videos. I loved your engery. Keep up the good work. And the Sen 8s didn't work for me. Too much lace bite.
Thank you so so much, I sincerely appreciate your support and thanks for checking the channel out and subscribing. It means a lot
I got a pair of Saucony Endorphin speed 3’s. When I first wore them I really didn’t like them. However, eventually, at about the 40 mile point, I started to feel different about them. I realized I was comparing them to my Novablast 3’s. I love my Novablast, but the two shoes are very different. The speed 3’s are a little more nimble with a little less comfort. They feel better when I pick up the pace. I really like my speed 3’s now, and I think I would like another pair while they are still available. Both shoes work for me.
This is also another excellent point to consider. Some shoes do get better with time. Thanks for this
That nike one was funny. And yes I will be looking for your next video
Heheheh I’ve done a lot of growing up since that Nike shoe 😂😂😂
Great video. Nike Invincible 3 didn't work for me. It gave me knee pain, calf muscle strain and it was just too highly stacked. I returned it and bought a Nike Vomero 17 and I have been happy ever since. Can't wait to see your opinion on the Nike Pegasus 41....in Volt.
This is the crazy thing about running shoes. For me… the Invincible 3 is my favourite max cushion shoe EVER. 😂😂😂
People sleep in the Vomero! It’s brilliant for everyday running
Shoes that didn't work for me:
New Balance 840 X fresh foam - way too soft and on a 10k run after 5k they seemed to have lost any cushioning effect they had in the beginning. Quality was also bad with some plastic parts of the tongue sticking out at the side.
Adizero SL (1). Too narrow and too high, felt very unstable.
Puma Liberate Nitro 2 - lovely for walking but I think the low drop needs some time to get used to. I felt pain in the backside of my knees.
Asics Novablast 3. Too narrow and even when only standing it felt like my feet were slipping off the midsole.
We will all have a few shoes for sure. I think the difference for me is that I now distinguish between a bad shoe and a shoe that didn’t work for me
@@AubreyRunningsame here. Many people like the Novablast or Adizero SL. Both didn't work for me. Just like the NB 840. I think the Puma Liberate Nitro 2 would probably work once I get used to the low drop.
Great video Aubrey, there are some running shoes out there that are not very good but the majority will work for a lot of people and not for others, I don't get on with most adidas and Puma shoes but I know they sell well and are appreciated by lots of people, we are not all the same!
What shoes didn’t work for you sir
@@AubreyRunning I was an early adopter of Puma but they felt flat and I persevered with Deviate Nitro 2 but still got nothing from them. Had Adidas Pro 3 and Prime X Strung but both hurt my toes and chafed my heel and felt too firm.
As you were talking about the Olympus one, I was thinking “But Wait!” The second one is so much bet…
Ah! There it is 😂. I love that you give a second version a shot when you didn’t like the first one.
It’s all about solutions over here. I love the second one
For me, Neo Vista didn’t work for me as a super trainer. Skyward X on the other hand is awesome! I think at 170lbs, I’m too heavy for the Neo Vista, while the Skyward gives me that bounce that makes running fun.
Doesn’t sound that heavy to me. I am not far off! Not tried the Neo Vista as think for my relatively narrow feet those bootie uppers only need to be a bit wider than ideal for me to get so much folding trying to lock them down. That said is the foam just too soft? I had that problem few years ago in the Rebel v2
@@TimGrose Yea, I feel like the foam is too soft and not much rebound for how thick it is. I’ve often likened it to a Nimbus with a plate. Just didn’t do anything for me.
I can’t wait to try the Neo Vista. I’ve being seeing great reviews everywhere. As for the Skyward X… it’s heaven 😂😂😂
Tim I would love to hear your views if you ever try them or any other Mizuno shoes
A nimbus with a plate sounds beautiful
Triumph 22 is the only pair ive ever had to return. I waited a whole 6 months for them 😢
Its like that girl you tried to love but couldnt
Oohhh…. I enjoyed that one. Love the Triumph 22. But this is the beauty of our sport, everyone has their own path
I remember the whole minimalist crazed I had the Nike Free RN which I used for treatmill running daily for like 3 months, think it worked pretty well there and can’t remember any issues. But agree Puma is life right now. Abit hesitent on buying the Fast-r as I’m no where near fast enough for it.
The deviate nitro elite 3 is the biggest anticipated shoe for me. Waiting for that
@@AubreyRunning im waiting for the deviate nitro elite 2 to come down on discount with the release of the 3. The normal deviate nitro 3 looks like it’s lost the “elite” foam. I look forward to what info Puma give you.
PS yeah was quite clear why reviewers who usually always use neutral trainers want to review the Kayano.
I regretted that decision sir 😂😂😂
Used to use Nike Pegasus a lot for my easy runs and even some long runs. I replaced my worn out 36’s with a 37 and instantly hated them. They felt like bricks on my feet and were hard and slappy. I gave them away after a few 100km’s and have never gone back. I hear the word React with Nike and I start to gag! Much better daily’s like NB 1080’s or Saucony Triumph’s. Nike daily trainers are crap and have been for 5 years…their race shoes however are 🔥
Sshhheeessshhh that’s a bad experience for sure and I agree with you that their race day shoes are 🔥🔥🔥. Yeah it’s a good thing finding shoes that work for you.
Too late the olympus was a waste of money totally agree with u I just can't believe Altra got away with selling this.
The 2nd version was a massive improvement and I actually enjoyed that shoe. The first one in my opinion was Altra finding their way but I struggled with it. I can’t wait to see what they do to it next
For me the Boston 12 didn’t work. I replaced it with Prime X strung 2s and it instantly became one of my favourites.
The prime X2 reigns supreme!!! My favourite adidas shoe
Aubrey, have you tried Salomon shoes? I live by my Salomon trail shoes, the ultra glide 2, wondering how the road versions work
Unfortunately not… one day I will for sure
For me with the takumi I just loosened the end lace to give my toes and end of my foot a bit more room and never had a problem again but that might just be me?
Yeah the struggle for me was not lacing related. Its the forefoot at the joint if the big toe. Its a shame because I was so looking forward to the shoe
@@AubreyRunning Ah okay, cause I had a problem with rubbing on the side of the foot just down from my big toe when I tightened it to how I'd normally have my shoe. That's a shame.
dt Nike though 😅u were wild champ
😂😂😂😂 I was trying to look good brother
Was the Takumi Sen 10 too narrow for you do you think? Did you try the 8 or 9 which I did but haven’t got the 10 so wonder if there was anything different about the 10.
I think the past versions the energy rods were carbon infused but in the 10 they are glass fiber infused...so it gives it a different ride from previous versions. 10 is the same stack height as the last 2 versions but Adidas said "they tweaked the midsole". I heard it gives it a slightly firmer/snappier feel.
I love the Takumi Sen 8. I have that and still use it at times on the track. So I was shocked at the 10.
My issue with the Sen 10 was the upper. At the crease on the big toe joint. The midsole is PERFECT. It’s definitely fine tuned for performance.
Who cares what suits you just another content video
So you watched it?
Lots of good thinking points for when we shop new shoes. I get so tied to the Colorways, the hype, the "speed".... but it's also good to remember that the shoe is an extension of YOU-- so if it sucks when you put it on, it's not the shoe for you, Thanks for sharing your insights on these! and thanks for the stamped callout. 🤎
Ladies and gentlemen the source of the idea for the video. Thank you so much.