Holy cow Seth, I never win anything! Thank you so much! (Haven't bought them yet) I've never been more excited to buy a pair of shoes as I have the Mach 4's, hopefully they live up to the hype
QD: When I got the saucony endorphin pro I was so excited because that was my first super shoe I've ever owned, and man, when I put on that shoe I flew like NAU in the morning dew.
QoD: The Salomon Speedcross 5 was the last shoe that really got me excited. I watched your review of the fire red ones and then had to wait almost 2 years before they went on sale so I could afford them. $95 Canadian delivered to my door last week. Taking them out on their maiden voyage this weekend on my favorite trail. I've been wearing them around the house and they feel amazing on foot. I tried to wear them to bed the first night but my wife wouldn't let me.
Finally ! I've been waiting for this one for a while as it's seems to be a really exiting shoe. I've been able to test it in a Salomon store and I totally agree on the ride feeling. Also for the durability, they say that they have pushed it above 500km without any decrease of the comfort. Reaaally tempted to buy it !
Excited shoe purchase: yesterday! I was able to get a pair of endorphin speed 1’s for $89 on saucony’s website. Super excited to see what everyone has been raving about!
QD: I recently bought the Pulsar after testing out the X-Talon G 210 for several weeks and I gotta say that the midsole is a lot more forgiving in the Pulsar while being the lighter shoe. I am super exicted about this shoe and I'm definitely going to be using them in my next race - Pikes Peak Marathon! I am running this race is because you have inspired me too, but also because your coaching has helped me prepare. Thank you and hope to meet you on race day!
I just utilized the Pulsar for the Leadville Marathon. I couldn't have picked a better shoe as it handled well on the variety of surfaces. I like this shoe so much, that I also train in it. Good luck at Pikes Peak!
Yesterday! The ES 1 went on sale, and I’m dying to run in them!! Everybody has been raving about them for so long! My first dip into the world of Saucony !!!
QD: I was very enthusiastic when I purchased the Saucony Endorphin Speed 1. During my fist run with these shoes I immediately felt the speed I could get thanks to them. My Garmin watch felt it as well since I immediately gained a point of VO2 max after this first run. It is a bit ironic to cheat technology with a bit of high tech rubber on your feet. I guess that’s why I pay attention to your shoes analysis in the shoedio since I bought these shoes thanks to your advices Seth. Keep doing this great job that help all of us to be better runners. Cheers from the Netherlands!
Aramid fibres through the upper is awesome! Polyaramide class polymers spun in fibres have an extraordinary high tensile strength. When woven to a fabric it can hold back a gun bullet. That's why it is used in bullet proof vests with the more known name Kevlar.
QD: Just recently with the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v2. I enjoy watching different reviews to see what I may enjoy. When I went to our local running store and tried them on, it was all smiles. There is something about these that puts a smile on my face when I lace up. So obviously I bought two pairs.
QD: the last time I was excited for my shoe purchase was the pair I have now! My latest pair of Bondi 7s.... I had strayed a little and tried Cliftons... they were ok but I knew troubles with pain and injuries we’re going to be behind me sooner than later with the new Bondi and sure enough I’m feeling overall much better... I’m over 200 miles in them and they’re still feeling new... my legs aren’t feeling 100 years old anymore! Not cheap but worth every penny for my money.
Congrats Jason . would have to be the Mach 4’s because of your review. I was so excited for them. First few runs took some bedding in but after that they have become my favourite shoe to run in. 161 miles and counting
Most recently it was the Hoka Mach 4 due to all of they hype built up around it. I'd say for the most part I am really pleased with it. Due to the lack of rubber on the outsole I am a bit disappointed with the amount and rate of wear but it doesn't seem to be losing any traction or functionality. But I get excited about most new running shoe purchases because they are new and always feel so great after running in the previous beat up pair.
One of the most exciting shoes in the recent years has been for me the Sense Ride saga. I have used all their versions (not yet version 4). But also a bit more recent, when Hoka Torrent 2 was announced, especially after a bit of negative impressions from the first version. Loving the Torrent 2 with almost 600km and they will have 200-300km more of life at least :)
In March when i got the DYNAFIT ALPINE shoe (carbon fiber) for your DGR VERTICAL CHALLENGE race and absolutely fell in love with it! As a ski racer, I like supporting companies such as Salomon and DynaFit who also produce dryland training and racing gear. Head bowed after a 5-mile fartlek with Dewa…
I recently got a pair of Evoride 2, and as someone who supinates pretty heavy, the shoe does a great job minimizing it. I feel I run more efficiently with less effort, I don't feel like I have to worry about the shoe's durability with weird wear patterns, and besides that, the geometry and firmness of the shoes seem to be something I can use daily and take it up to faster paces.
QD: coincidentally, it was yesterday when I purchased the Saucony Endorphin on sale for $120. The PB midsole is a game changer, light weight, and plenty of stack height. It was every TH-camr’s fabmvorite shoe last year. I can’t wait for them to arrive and put miles on. I’ve tried them on several times and they felt amazing but were too expensive at $160.
Just purchased the Altra Torin 5. Very excited about the new EgoMax midsole. I started running in Altra without intention. I bought a clearance pair of Torin 4's and used them as walking shoes. I realized that zero drop eliminated my knee pain so I began running in them. Two years later and I have not run in any other brand. Any shoe with a drop now feels like running in high heels.
Most excited about the Endorphin Speed 1s (on their way) and Hoka Mach4 (hopefully buying this weekend) - BOTH because of your reviews. I had told myself I had to decide on just one, but ultimately I just can't 😆 With these two, I will actually finally have a legit running shoe rotation, YAY!! 😁
QD: The Rebel v2 showed up on my doorstep this week. Like you said, I knew it would be a great shoe within the first 50 steps. It is redefining what I want from a shoe.
QD: For it it is a tie between two shoes! The EVO Speedgoats just showed up and very very excited to some trail runs in to compare those the Speedgoat 4's. Also, the Saucony Speed 1's! Just ordered them when they went on price reduction through running warehouse (using your link of course!) and ready to test those on the pavement. I have the shifts and have enjoyed them and with a couple road races this fall I am excited lace up the speeds and see the difference. Keep up the motivation, great reviews, and inspiration!
last time I was excited about a running shoe purchase was actually when I went out and bought the Salomon Supercross over a year ago! I only go to trails 1-2 times weekly, but the shoe still looks and feels brand new after 300+ miles! At the time I was excited because it was the first trail specific shoe I bought because previous to 2019, I used one shoe for all my runs. Now I have 8 pairs when including spikes and racing flats (6 w/o)
QD: I was pumped to get the endorphin speed V1, because of all the great reviews and friends of mine who were raving about the shoe. Glad to say I was not disappointed and now I’m the one raving about the shoe.
QD: okay for me it’s definitely the Hoka Rincon 2. The shoe just felt so new and soft to me in store, and the fact that it was only 100 bucks when I bought it was super exciting as well. Since then I’ve tried to find the same experience from other running shoes, but I’ve yet to find one yet. I can’t wait for the Hoka Rincon 3’s to hopefully come out before my cross country season!
QD: Ive been running in endorphin shifts ever since I first found your reviews of them on TH-cam. Ever since I’ve been watching your vlogs everyday and have been wanting to get a pair of Speeds. When you talked about the price drop in yesterday’s livestream, I immediately jumped on Running warehouse (with your links of course) and got not just the Speeds, but the Pros as well!!! I’ll be running my first marathon (St George) in Oct with one of these two shoe on my feet!
QD: march 2021 when I bought the HOKA One One Mach 4. I was so excited for this shoe and still am. First of all because of Seth’s review. But mostly because it’s a good shoe for a tempo day and it’s not overly unstable like a lot of other faster shoes. I have struggled with some ankle injury’s over the last year and going fast in the Mach 4 gives me the confides that I won’t have a new injury the next day.
Saucony Endorphin speed, Bought mine a few months ago and they realy lived up to all the hype. My only issue now is trying to use my other shoes instead of just wanting to use the speed for every run. It's my go to track shoe as well as long runs at the moment in addition to tempo...
QOD: Hoka Recovery Slides. I don't know if you ever did a Vlog on them... I may not put in the mileage in these shoes but definitely the most time spent in them. It's like my feet get a little cuddle action every time I put them on.
Loved my Hoka’s with the Matryx upper. So tough but very breathable, and happy to see other brands incorporate it as well! North Face has recently too!
I am currently excited for the endorphin speed 1s. Just ordered them with the sale. I was working with the Mach 4s as daily trainer but pumped to get a little more pep in the step for some tempo days.
I was super happy when i found the original Nike React Renew. It introduced me to the React midsole line, and was the only reason i didn't give up running after all the uncomfortable shoes. My new favorite midsole...
The last time I was excited about purchasing new shoes was 2019. I bought a customized Flynit Nike Next%. I paid over $300 and they are still the best I have ever gotten to run in. I call them my "Magic Shoes".
Got the Puma Liberate Nitro today which i am really excited about. Fast green colorway too 😀✅ Also recently the Next % 2 and Rebel V2. Last winter i was very excited about the Altra olympus 4 and Lone Peak 5 . Put Most of my winter miles in the Olympus🤠
Last December I was torn between the Salomon trail shoe and the Hoka ATR. The Salomon was so cool looking and stable feeling, but the Hoka ultimately won out due to just awesome comfort. Love me some trails!
QD: The Adios Pro. Not only because it is my first carbon shoe and I was going to experience what was all the fuss about, but mainly due to its screaming orange color! It makes your day just wearing it and seeing it on your feet!
QD: I was super excited to purchase the Inov8 TerraUltra G270. It’s gotten so much recognition. It certainly hasn’t disappointed either. It’s my favorite trail shoe that I’ve owned.
QOD: A few months back I bought the Hoka challenger ATR 6, my first pair of trail trainers, I was really excited to hit the trails and still enjoying them. Now looking for trail races in the UK.
I was excited to get the nb prism since I wanted a softer shoe to transition from stability to neutral.they did not disappoint, They are soft, fast, and durable. My race day shoe..
Oh and Big Horn 100 this weekend Yeah! Looks like we’re in for some good weather and 80-90 degree weather! Big Shout Out to everyone Running and Racing This weekend! Good Luck and have a Blast y’all!
I was super excited last week when I picked up my first carbon plated running shoe, the Saucony Endorphin Pro (1) on clearance for $149.95. I going to break them in lightly and then save them for save them for my first marathon effort!
QOD: I just ordered some Hoka Torrent 2’s and I’m incredibly excited to get those bad boys. They’re my first dedicated trail shoe having run mostly in the Challengers so very much looking forward to getting them muddy!
Best shoe out there hands down. Have a narrow high arch foot . Trained, fast packed 2 sections pct, trail raced in these shoes. Have over 500 miles in them and still are great
QD: so I bought the Mach 4s and have put about 125 road miles on them and have really enjoyed them, HOWEVER....I soon after purchased The North Face Vectiv ENDURIS. I was cautiously optimistic but had some lingering suspicion this was gonna be a swing and miss shoe. Seth, I watched your review of the Vectiv Flight, and similar to other reviews, the Flight has some issues, so I was worried about how the Enduris would do. MUCH to my surprise, after a about a 50 mile break in period, I have absolutely loved the Vectiv Enduris! They've got 100 miles on them so far and they are such a nice ride. Not the shoe for everyone but they are shockingly a great trail shoe for me for long easy miles. The Pulsar is certainly on my radar as is the Torrent 2 but I think these Enduris' will last me another 200-300 miles.
If weight is such a big consideration, consider the Innovate 200 x talon. They are lighter than the 210s, and they also have an aggressive outsole.
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If I well remember the Pulsar have been specially designed for Kilian for Sierre Zinal race. Should do the job for Pikes Peak marathon just make sure the grip is ok in the most sandy sections both going up and down.
QD: just this Sunday when I received and got to unbox my Hoka Mach 4 white fiesta.. I felt like a child opening my Christmas present 🎁 😅.. the reviews and feedback about this shoe made me so excited to take it for a run and did just that the very next morning and wow!! What an amazing pair of shoes... I'm digging it!!
Seth you re my king for Trails! i really be proud if you can test Salomon ultra glide then Salomon S/Lab ultra 3 and the compare 2 pairs of shoes ( with the Pulsar) it will be great because they re very good models and we will be very pleased to have more details for our next purchase for Races. Thanks a lot Seth. I am excited to purchase one pair of Salomon because it is French company and very competitive. They try to do our best with famous Runners. I love their approach
QOD: Now ;-) I have a marathon in October, first race in two years because of Covid. I'm hesitating between keeping my Endorphin Speed 1, or moving up to carbon plated shoe. Not that I'm fast (52 years aiming 3:25) but I don't want to screw up this race, and if the carbon plates can save my legs a little bit, I'm in! I'm waiting for the RC Elite 2 full review for now!
QOD : about a month into the pandemic lockdown, I ordered the Inov8 Terra Ultra G270 and then realized it was shipping from Europe so it took about a month to arrive but when they finally arrived I was so excited and I put them on and went for a run I was so pumped in those bright green shoes bringing some needed color to the world at that time.
QOD: I am truly excited about getting a pair of Altra Torin 5’s. I haven’t purchased them yet, but tried them on since I was at the shoe store looking for some max cushion trail shoes. Now I’m waiting for two things. The wide model to release, and for me to wear out my Clifton 6’s (they just won’t give up).
Mine has been ordered and is on its way. I tried the shoe a few weeks back in the store but they did not have the color I wanted. The new EgoMax midsole feels soft and bouncy. Better than the quantic in my opinion. The Torin 4.5 plush never really fit my foot right so I am beyond stoked on the new upper for the 5.
: I get excited about every shoe purchase, but the most excited I've been was when I bought my first pair of the Nike Alphafly last year. I heard so much about the shoe, and I couldn't wait to see what they could do for me in the half marathon game.
QD: I’m always excited about whatever shoe I order, but I remember back in 2006ish I got a pair of ASIC Gel-Nimbus that had bright yellow and green accents and that was a big deal back then because most shoes were just white and gray. Shoes have come so far in 15 years!
Thanks again for the reviews Seth. I keep asking the reviewers about the Skechers Max Road 5 though. No one is covering it. It looks like it could be a great Tweener shoe. I know you started to do some running in them.
QD: The Adidas Terrex Speed Ultra. I originally got them because the upper was going to be good for the hot and humid summer weather. However they are so much fun to run in, they have become my primary trail shoe. I have a long trail race in September and I assumed I would use my Speedgoats or maybe the upcoming Salomon Ultra Glide. Now I’m thinking I’ll probably use the Speed Ultra and I’m not sure I’ll even pick up the Ultra Glide.
QOD: I feel like there are so many incredible shoes on clearance right now from 2020. I've really gotten to love Altra since getting my timp 3's and just ordered the Toron 4.5 plush for $90! It was a great deal and I can't wait to have that cushion for some easy running post marathon (my first ever) last weekend!
I'm pretty sure the last time you said the shoelaces were the drawback was for the shoe right behind you--the ASICS Trabuco Max (which originally came with a similar lacing system).
Seth - with all the Shelby Houlihan news in US, I would like to hear your thoughts on Pre Race Dinner and the need to be careful on what you eat. Do you recommend cooking your own pre-race meal or do you encourage going out and hitting up a local restaurant to carbo load?
Seth, You should take a look at the Arcteryx Norvan SL 2. Its a 9mm drop, has a vibram mega grip litebase outsole and I believe its lighter than the Pulsar. My mens size 10.5 is 6.3oz
I put this shoe on in the store and my feet were spilling over the sides of the outsole in the vamp area. To put that in perspective, the S/Lab Ultra 3 fits me fine.
Seth i have been really fascinated about all of the running shoe videos you do but i never see any spikes? Do you think that xc spikes are better for high school xc or would you just stick with spikes on the track?
Did I miss the lug depth? The outsole definitely looks a little sketchy for Pikes Peak. Looks a little more like a buffed trail outsole, and like you said it isn't too aggressive.
Seth! The last time you reviewed a shoe with that pulley lacing system was the Nike ACG trail shoe. I think the reason you didn't talk too much about the lacing is that there were one or two other issues to talk about...
QD: Last friday I got the Asics Metaspeed Sky, haven't tried them yet but I will soon. I really want to compare their performance againts the Vaporfly Next%. So excited about it!
Easy one for me. I was a huge fan of the NB 890 v1 and v2, but then they went and changed it dramatically--twice and ruined it IMHO. A local running shop was changing ownership and the original owner was having a blowout sale last summer. What do I spot out of the corner of my eye? The original 890--9 or 10 years after its release. Because of their age, I was leery about running in them, and that, coupled with nostalgia made them my walking around shoes. Every time I look down at my feet, I am transported back to 2011. Full disclosure: I haven't done any official runs in them, but I did jog a few yards a couple of times just to reminisce.
For a race like Pikes Peak, where the climate is rather dry, and mostly well buffed trails (apart from at the summit), the Pulsar would be a better option, wouldn't think that the aggressive INOV-8 lugs are necessary.
I actually just got a pair of sense ride 4's a few months ago and was looking around to see if anyone cuts the quick laces out and just uses standard laces. It can't be that big of a deal to me because I haven't checked to see if they'd fit, but I find the quick laces move around so I don't get the fit I initially tie down when I start a run.
FINALLY!💪🏼 Was wondering (and asking) when you would take on this shoe! I’ve got them to around 175k by now and they are still flying. However, as a followup for the Slab Sense 8 (is it?) how would you consider them? Would you say they serve different needs? (Tech vs speed?)
With a correctly sized shoe you wouldn't need to tighten the laces so hard or at all, removing bute or discomfort completely. Once this shoe is on the laces simply need to be tightened enough to remove the slack, nothing more or less, and stuffed into the pocket. And with an accurate size a thin sick is a must, at least for me. For a thicker sock a half size up would be necessary but then the perfect fit is compromised.
Not a trail racer here so pardon my ignorance, but I’m curious how the outsole of the shoe reviewed here doesn’t look aggressive at all. How does it work as a technical trail racer with such shallow lugs? I know you mentioned it’s less grippy but it looks even smoother than my light trail shoe, Brooks Pure Grit.
Would you run a 100K race with them? Or where would you set the limit? Have you tested Salomon Sense Pro model? It’s my favorite from Salomon and a little bit cheaper than the s-lab shoes, but the ride is softer and very natural, grip is good and it sits like a clove 👍🏻 Highly recommend to give it a try :)
QD: It was at the beginning of 2020 when I bought Hoka One One Rincon 1 shoes because I was excited to try such an amazing shoe for the first time ever. Onward and upward!
Aramid is the name of the fibre material while Kevlar is the trademarked name. Just like how people use Xerox which is a trademarked name over photocopy. tldr, aramid=Kevlar.
Holy cow Seth, I never win anything! Thank you so much!
(Haven't bought them yet) I've never been more excited to buy a pair of shoes as I have the Mach 4's, hopefully they live up to the hype
Well done !
Congratulations Jason! I’m totally jealous! You deserve it though! Enjoy!
I believe Salomon is going towards the right direction now after last year several attempts to deliver something competitive. So well done Salomon!
I lived close to Salomon headquarters in France, happy to see that they are in the good direction, I love their slab shoes
QD: When I got the saucony endorphin pro I was so excited because that was my first super shoe I've ever owned, and man, when I put on that shoe I flew like NAU in the morning dew.
QoD: The Salomon Speedcross 5 was the last shoe that really got me excited. I watched your review of the fire red ones and then had to wait almost 2 years before they went on sale so I could afford them. $95 Canadian delivered to my door last week. Taking them out on their maiden voyage this weekend on my favorite trail. I've been wearing them around the house and they feel amazing on foot. I tried to wear them to bed the first night but my wife wouldn't let me.
Finally ! I've been waiting for this one for a while as it's seems to be a really exiting shoe. I've been able to test it in a Salomon store and I totally agree on the ride feeling. Also for the durability, they say that they have pushed it above 500km without any decrease of the comfort. Reaaally tempted to buy it !
I raced a Mountain 50 miler in the Pulsar's
Amazing no blister and legs are recovering well. I'll get you pictures of my first training pair 160 miles
Excited shoe purchase: yesterday! I was able to get a pair of endorphin speed 1’s for $89 on saucony’s website. Super excited to see what everyone has been raving about!
QD: I recently bought the Pulsar after testing out the X-Talon G 210 for several weeks and I gotta say that the midsole is a lot more forgiving in the Pulsar while being the lighter shoe. I am super exicted about this shoe and I'm definitely going to be using them in my next race - Pikes Peak Marathon! I am running this race is because you have inspired me too, but also because your coaching has helped me prepare. Thank you and hope to meet you on race day!
I just utilized the Pulsar for the Leadville Marathon. I couldn't have picked a better shoe as it handled well on the variety of surfaces. I like this shoe so much, that I also train in it. Good luck at Pikes Peak!
Yesterday! The ES 1 went on sale, and I’m dying to run in them!! Everybody has been raving about them for so long! My first dip into the world of Saucony !!!
Sure you mean the Endo Speed but keep in mind the Shift also start with S!
QD: I was very enthusiastic when I purchased the Saucony Endorphin Speed 1. During my fist run with these shoes I immediately felt the speed I could get thanks to them. My Garmin watch felt it as well since I immediately gained a point of VO2 max after this first run. It is a bit ironic to cheat technology with a bit of high tech rubber on your feet. I guess that’s why I pay attention to your shoes analysis in the shoedio since I bought these shoes thanks to your advices Seth. Keep doing this great job that help all of us to be better runners. Cheers from the Netherlands!
Aramid fibres through the upper is awesome! Polyaramide class polymers spun in fibres have an extraordinary high tensile strength. When woven to a fabric it can hold back a gun bullet. That's why it is used in bullet proof vests with the more known name Kevlar.
QD: Just recently with the New Balance FuelCell Rebel v2. I enjoy watching different reviews to see what I may enjoy. When I went to our local running store and tried them on, it was all smiles. There is something about these that puts a smile on my face when I lace up. So obviously I bought two pairs.
QD: the last time I was excited for my shoe purchase was the pair I have now! My latest pair of Bondi 7s.... I had strayed a little and tried Cliftons... they were ok but I knew troubles with pain and injuries we’re going to be behind me sooner than later with the new Bondi and sure enough I’m feeling overall much better... I’m over 200 miles in them and they’re still feeling new... my legs aren’t feeling 100 years old anymore! Not cheap but worth every penny for my money.
Congrats Jason . would have to be the Mach 4’s because of your review. I was so excited for them. First few runs took some bedding in but after that they have become my favourite shoe to run in. 161 miles and counting
Most recently it was the Hoka Mach 4 due to all of they hype built up around it. I'd say for the most part I am really pleased with it. Due to the lack of rubber on the outsole I am a bit disappointed with the amount and rate of wear but it doesn't seem to be losing any traction or functionality. But I get excited about most new running shoe purchases because they are new and always feel so great after running in the previous beat up pair.
I've got 200 km on my Pulsars, and yes they do pack out somewhat, but actually that makes them more suited to technical trails.
One of the most exciting shoes in the recent years has been for me the Sense Ride saga. I have used all their versions (not yet version 4). But also a bit more recent, when Hoka Torrent 2 was announced, especially after a bit of negative impressions from the first version. Loving the Torrent 2 with almost 600km and they will have 200-300km more of life at least :)
Glad to see you're as enthusiastic about the midsole as I was after my first run in these beasts 🍻💪
In March when i got the DYNAFIT ALPINE shoe (carbon fiber) for your DGR VERTICAL CHALLENGE race and absolutely fell in love with it! As a ski racer, I like supporting companies such as Salomon and DynaFit who also produce dryland training and racing gear. Head bowed after a 5-mile fartlek with Dewa…
I recently got a pair of Evoride 2, and as someone who supinates pretty heavy, the shoe does a great job minimizing it. I feel I run more efficiently with less effort, I don't feel like I have to worry about the shoe's durability with weird wear patterns, and besides that, the geometry and firmness of the shoes seem to be something I can use daily and take it up to faster paces.
QD: coincidentally, it was yesterday when I purchased the Saucony Endorphin on sale for $120. The PB midsole is a game changer, light weight, and plenty of stack height. It was every TH-camr’s fabmvorite shoe last year. I can’t wait for them to arrive and put miles on. I’ve tried them on several times and they felt amazing but were too expensive at $160.
Just purchased the Altra Torin 5. Very excited about the new EgoMax midsole. I started running in Altra without intention. I bought a clearance pair of Torin 4's and used them as walking shoes. I realized that zero drop eliminated my knee pain so I began running in them. Two years later and I have not run in any other brand. Any shoe with a drop now feels like running in high heels.
QD: Hoka Mach 4 I was excited because of you, you gave it all the glory and I knew I had to try it out. You were right it’s a awesome daily trainer
Most excited about the Endorphin Speed 1s (on their way) and Hoka Mach4 (hopefully buying this weekend) - BOTH because of your reviews. I had told myself I had to decide on just one, but ultimately I just can't 😆 With these two, I will actually finally have a legit running shoe rotation, YAY!! 😁
QD: The Rebel v2 showed up on my doorstep this week. Like you said, I knew it would be a great shoe within the first 50 steps. It is redefining what I want from a shoe.
QD: For it it is a tie between two shoes! The EVO Speedgoats just showed up and very very excited to some trail runs in to compare those the Speedgoat 4's. Also, the Saucony Speed 1's! Just ordered them when they went on price reduction through running warehouse (using your link of course!) and ready to test those on the pavement. I have the shifts and have enjoyed them and with a couple road races this fall I am excited lace up the speeds and see the difference. Keep up the motivation, great reviews, and inspiration!
last time I was excited about a running shoe purchase was actually when I went out and bought the Salomon Supercross over a year ago! I only go to trails 1-2 times weekly, but the shoe still looks and feels brand new after 300+ miles! At the time I was excited because it was the first trail specific shoe I bought because previous to 2019, I used one shoe for all my runs. Now I have 8 pairs when including spikes and racing flats (6 w/o)
QD: I was pumped to get the endorphin speed V1, because of all the great reviews and friends of mine who were raving about the shoe. Glad to say I was not disappointed and now I’m the one raving about the shoe.
QD: okay for me it’s definitely the Hoka Rincon 2. The shoe just felt so new and soft to me in store, and the fact that it was only 100 bucks when I bought it was super exciting as well. Since then I’ve tried to find the same experience from other running shoes, but I’ve yet to find one yet. I can’t wait for the Hoka Rincon 3’s to hopefully come out before my cross country season!
QD: Ive been running in endorphin shifts ever since I first found your reviews of them on TH-cam. Ever since I’ve been watching your vlogs everyday and have been wanting to get a pair of Speeds. When you talked about the price drop in yesterday’s livestream, I immediately jumped on Running warehouse (with your links of course) and got not just the Speeds, but the Pros as well!!! I’ll be running my first marathon (St George) in Oct with one of these two shoe on my feet!
QD: march 2021 when I bought the HOKA One One Mach 4. I was so excited for this shoe and still am. First of all because of Seth’s review. But mostly because it’s a good shoe for a tempo day and it’s not overly unstable like a lot of other faster shoes. I have struggled with some ankle injury’s over the last year and going fast in the Mach 4 gives me the confides that I won’t have a new injury the next day.
Saucony Endorphin speed, Bought mine a few months ago and they realy lived up to all the hype. My only issue now is trying to use my other shoes instead of just wanting to use the speed for every run. It's my go to track shoe as well as long runs at the moment in addition to tempo...
QOD: Hoka Recovery Slides. I don't know if you ever did a Vlog on them...
I may not put in the mileage in these shoes but definitely the most time spent in them. It's like my feet get a little cuddle action every time I put them on.
Loved my Hoka’s with the Matryx upper. So tough but very breathable, and happy to see other brands incorporate it as well! North Face has recently too!
I am currently excited for the endorphin speed 1s. Just ordered them with the sale. I was working with the Mach 4s as daily trainer but pumped to get a little more pep in the step for some tempo days.
"Let the Light Shine Brighter on the INSIDE, than the OUTSIDE!"
I was super happy when i found the original Nike React Renew. It introduced me to the React midsole line, and was the only reason i didn't give up running after all the uncomfortable shoes.
My new favorite midsole...
The last time I was excited about purchasing new shoes was 2019. I bought a customized Flynit Nike Next%. I paid over $300 and they are still the best I have ever gotten to run in. I call them my "Magic Shoes".
Got the Puma Liberate Nitro today which i am really excited about.
Fast green colorway too 😀✅
Also recently the Next % 2 and Rebel V2. Last winter i was very excited about the Altra olympus 4 and Lone Peak 5 . Put Most of my winter miles in the Olympus🤠
Last December I was torn between the Salomon trail shoe and the Hoka ATR. The Salomon was so cool looking and stable feeling, but the Hoka ultimately won out due to just awesome comfort. Love me some trails!
QD: The Adios Pro. Not only because it is my first carbon shoe and I was going to experience what was all the fuss about, but mainly due to its screaming orange color! It makes your day just wearing it and seeing it on your feet!
QD: I was super excited to purchase the Inov8 TerraUltra G270. It’s gotten so much recognition. It certainly hasn’t disappointed either. It’s my favorite trail shoe that I’ve owned.
QOD: A few months back I bought the Hoka challenger ATR 6, my first pair of trail trainers, I was really excited to hit the trails and still enjoying them. Now looking for trail races in the UK.
I was excited to get the nb prism since I wanted a softer shoe to transition from stability to neutral.they did not disappoint, They are soft, fast, and durable. My race day shoe..
Oh and Big Horn 100 this weekend Yeah!
Looks like we’re in for some good weather and 80-90 degree weather!
Big Shout Out to everyone Running and Racing This weekend! Good Luck and have a Blast y’all!
Good morning DGR family!
Happy Running!!!
Been waiting for this review for months ! Mine are on the way can’t wait to take em for a spin
I was super excited last week when I picked up my first carbon plated running shoe, the Saucony Endorphin Pro (1) on clearance for $149.95. I going to break them in lightly and then save them for save them for my first marathon effort!
QOD: I just ordered some Hoka Torrent 2’s and I’m incredibly excited to get those bad boys. They’re my first dedicated trail shoe having run mostly in the Challengers so very much looking forward to getting them muddy!
Pulsar is the best shoe on the market. It crushes everything from 10k to ultra distances.
Love this shoe! So much comfort in such a minimal package.
Best shoe out there hands down. Have a narrow high arch foot . Trained, fast packed 2 sections pct, trail raced in these shoes. Have over 500 miles in them and still are great
QD: so I bought the Mach 4s and have put about 125 road miles on them and have really enjoyed them, HOWEVER....I soon after purchased The North Face Vectiv ENDURIS. I was cautiously optimistic but had some lingering suspicion this was gonna be a swing and miss shoe. Seth, I watched your review of the Vectiv Flight, and similar to other reviews, the Flight has some issues, so I was worried about how the Enduris would do. MUCH to my surprise, after a about a 50 mile break in period, I have absolutely loved the Vectiv Enduris! They've got 100 miles on them so far and they are such a nice ride. Not the shoe for everyone but they are shockingly a great trail shoe for me for long easy miles. The Pulsar is certainly on my radar as is the Torrent 2 but I think these Enduris' will last me another 200-300 miles.
If weight is such a big consideration, consider the Innovate 200 x talon. They are lighter than the 210s, and they also have an aggressive outsole.
If I well remember the Pulsar have been specially designed for Kilian for Sierre Zinal race. Should do the job for Pikes Peak marathon just make sure the grip is ok in the most sandy sections both going up and down.
QD: just this Sunday when I received and got to unbox my Hoka Mach 4 white fiesta.. I felt like a child opening my Christmas present 🎁 😅.. the reviews and feedback about this shoe made me so excited to take it for a run and did just that the very next morning and wow!! What an amazing pair of shoes... I'm digging it!!
Seth you re my king for Trails! i really be proud if you can test Salomon ultra glide then Salomon S/Lab ultra 3 and the compare 2 pairs of shoes ( with the Pulsar) it will be great because they re very good models and we will be very pleased to have more details for our next purchase for Races. Thanks a lot Seth. I am excited to purchase one pair of Salomon because it is French company and very competitive. They try to do our best with famous Runners. I love their approach
QOD: Now ;-) I have a marathon in October, first race in two years because of Covid. I'm hesitating between keeping my Endorphin Speed 1, or moving up to carbon plated shoe. Not that I'm fast (52 years aiming 3:25) but I don't want to screw up this race, and if the carbon plates can save my legs a little bit, I'm in! I'm waiting for the RC Elite 2 full review for now!
Always a step ahead, Seth is already in 2022
best looking shoe out there (road and trail).
QOD : about a month into the pandemic lockdown, I ordered the Inov8 Terra Ultra G270 and then realized it was shipping from Europe so it took about a month to arrive but when they finally arrived I was so excited and I put them on and went for a run I was so pumped in those bright green shoes bringing some needed color to the world at that time.
QOD: I am truly excited about getting a pair of Altra Torin 5’s. I haven’t purchased them yet, but tried them on since I was at the shoe store looking for some max cushion trail shoes.
Now I’m waiting for two things. The wide model to release, and for me to wear out my Clifton 6’s (they just won’t give up).
Mine has been ordered and is on its way. I tried the shoe a few weeks back in the store but they did not have the color I wanted. The new EgoMax midsole feels soft and bouncy. Better than the quantic in my opinion. The Torin 4.5 plush never really fit my foot right so I am beyond stoked on the new upper for the 5.
: I get excited about every shoe purchase, but the most excited I've been was when I bought my first pair of the Nike Alphafly last year. I heard so much about the shoe, and I couldn't wait to see what they could do for me in the half marathon game.
QD: I’m always excited about whatever shoe I order, but I remember back in 2006ish I got a pair of ASIC Gel-Nimbus that had bright yellow and green accents and that was a big deal back then because most shoes were just white and gray. Shoes have come so far in 15 years!
Thanks again for the reviews Seth. I keep asking the reviewers about the Skechers Max Road 5 though. No one is covering it. It looks like it could be a great Tweener shoe. I know you started to do some running in them.
QD: The Adidas Terrex Speed Ultra. I originally got them because the upper was going to be good for the hot and humid summer weather. However they are so much fun to run in, they have become my primary trail shoe. I have a long trail race in September and I assumed I would use my Speedgoats or maybe the upcoming Salomon Ultra Glide. Now I’m thinking I’ll probably use the Speed Ultra and I’m not sure I’ll even pick up the Ultra Glide.
QOD: I feel like there are so many incredible shoes on clearance right now from 2020. I've really gotten to love Altra since getting my timp 3's and just ordered the Toron 4.5 plush for $90! It was a great deal and I can't wait to have that cushion for some easy running post marathon (my first ever) last weekend!
QD: Endorphin Seed 1 in the mail. Going to be a fun run tomorrow or Friday.
Previously the Speedgoat 4s that I purchased for my first 20 miler.
I'm pretty sure the last time you said the shoelaces were the drawback was for the shoe right behind you--the ASICS Trabuco Max (which originally came with a similar lacing system).
Goggins, Jocko, and CT Fletcher. Awesome stuff.
Asics Glideride 1 about year and a half ago. Finally got rid of calf problems I had.
Seth - with all the Shelby Houlihan news in US, I would like to hear your thoughts on Pre Race Dinner and the need to be careful on what you eat. Do you recommend cooking your own pre-race meal or do you encourage going out and hitting up a local restaurant to carbo load?
Glorious morning ☀️
Morning !!
Seth, You should take a look at the Arcteryx Norvan SL 2. Its a 9mm drop, has a vibram mega grip litebase outsole and I believe its lighter than the Pulsar. My mens size 10.5 is 6.3oz
I put this shoe on in the store and my feet were spilling over the sides of the outsole in the vamp area. To put that in perspective, the S/Lab Ultra 3 fits me fine.
Thanks for this, I have trouble with most shoes being to narrow for me. S/lab 3 work, but not sure I could go more narrow.
Finally the Pulsar. 😄 Was already wondering why you were reviewing the Wildhorse when you had these babies waiting.
Seth i have been really fascinated about all of the running shoe videos you do but i never see any spikes? Do you think that xc spikes are better for high school xc or would you just stick with spikes on the track?
Did I miss the lug depth? The outsole definitely looks a little sketchy for Pikes Peak. Looks a little more like a buffed trail outsole, and like you said it isn't too aggressive.
Seth! The last time you reviewed a shoe with that pulley lacing system was the Nike ACG trail shoe. I think the reason you didn't talk too much about the lacing is that there were one or two other issues to talk about...
QD: Zoom Fly 3 as it was the first carbon plated shoe I had. Still one of my favourites now.
Nike Vaporfly Next%. When I first put them on, that was as close to feeling like a pro runner as I'll ever get.
Love the speed lace system!!
QD: Last friday I got the Asics Metaspeed Sky, haven't tried them yet but I will soon. I really want to compare their performance againts the Vaporfly Next%. So excited about it!
ran first 12k in shoes, love them :) it's like having energy foam sole on your bare feet :) just need to adapt to narrower shoe :)
Easy one for me. I was a huge fan of the NB 890 v1 and v2, but then they went and changed it dramatically--twice and ruined it IMHO. A local running shop was changing ownership and the original owner was having a blowout sale last summer. What do I spot out of the corner of my eye? The original 890--9 or 10 years after its release. Because of their age, I was leery about running in them, and that, coupled with nostalgia made them my walking around shoes. Every time I look down at my feet, I am transported back to 2011. Full disclosure: I haven't done any official runs in them, but I did jog a few yards a couple of times just to reminisce.
"So you're not going to pull through that eyelid chain." "Hold my Bobo!" -Seth
For a race like Pikes Peak, where the climate is rather dry, and mostly well buffed trails (apart from at the summit), the Pulsar would be a better option, wouldn't think that the aggressive INOV-8 lugs are necessary.
The Pulsar wasn’t my cup of tea and I Love Salomon’s! Brand new Pair of pulsars just sitting by my front door with nowhere to go!
What is your shoe size so I can grab them haha
I actually just got a pair of sense ride 4's a few months ago and was looking around to see if anyone cuts the quick laces out and just uses standard laces. It can't be that big of a deal to me because I haven't checked to see if they'd fit, but I find the quick laces move around so I don't get the fit I initially tie down when I start a run.
FINALLY!💪🏼 Was wondering (and asking) when you would take on this shoe!
I’ve got them to around 175k by now and they are still flying.
However, as a followup for the Slab Sense 8 (is it?) how would you consider them? Would you say they serve different needs? (Tech vs speed?)
Addition to potential buyer: wider feet might experience blisters on top of the foot right at the start of the big toe (where the material wrinkles)
With a correctly sized shoe you wouldn't need to tighten the laces so hard or at all, removing bute or discomfort completely. Once this shoe is on the laces simply need to be tightened enough to remove the slack, nothing more or less, and stuffed into the pocket. And with an accurate size a thin sick is a must, at least for me. For a thicker sock a half size up would be necessary but then the perfect fit is compromised.
Not a trail racer here so pardon my ignorance, but I’m curious how the outsole of the shoe reviewed here doesn’t look aggressive at all. How does it work as a technical trail racer with such shallow lugs? I know you mentioned it’s less grippy but it looks even smoother than my light trail shoe, Brooks Pure Grit.
Would you run a 100K race with them? Or where would you set the limit? Have you tested Salomon Sense Pro model? It’s my favorite from Salomon and a little bit cheaper than the s-lab shoes, but the ride is softer and very natural, grip is good and it sits like a clove 👍🏻 Highly recommend to give it a try :)
Endorphin Speed! Fiiiiinally found them in my size and they are due here in the next few days! Cant wait
You are going to love them, best shoe on the market
QD: When I bought the Terra Kieger 6 new for 54€. My first and only mountain running shoes. I made some great purchases but this I love the most.
QD: It was at the beginning of 2020 when I bought Hoka One One Rincon 1 shoes because I was excited to try such an amazing shoe for the first time ever. Onward and upward!
I cant wait for your thoughts on the Puma Deviate Nitro.
Which is best for a narrow foot - these, the X-Talon G 235 or the ON CloudVenture Peak?
Aramid is the name of the fibre material while Kevlar is the trademarked name. Just like how people use Xerox which is a trademarked name over photocopy. tldr, aramid=Kevlar.