Noosa Tri 14. Why, cause you give the best recommendations Seth. I was looking for a shoe that I could do long runs with marathon pace miles (without splashing out on a CFP shoe). And the Noosa does the job excellently. Light and responsive, but enough cushion to go the distance.
ASICS Glideride 3: this shoe was extremely well-reviewed online and I wanted a shoe that would do lots of long, easy miles. It’s one of my favorite shoes ever!!!
QD: Although I always ran, I never had any instructions and used to get whatever shoes the salesman pointed me at the stores that wasn’t too expensive and felt “comfortable” (walking..!!). I had an Adidas Ultraboost X for 2 years which I truly loved coz it allowed me back into running after a fasciitis. I was for the first time focusing on running, training with an instructor, researching online and had 3 weeks left for my first half marathon when my Ultraboost kind of bursted 😂 I felt extremely insecure to get a completely new shoe right before my first 21k and being very inexperienced with different shoes… I ended up choosing the Asics Noosa Tri 13. I had done a huge online reviews marathon so I was as informed as possible when I hit the stores and the Noosa was the best available option, also reasonable price and it was an aaawe experience trying it. Now I’m back here online researching coz I need new shoes (and this time I’m gonna try to buy 2 for different training days)
QOD: The last running shoe I purchased was a pair of ASICS Fuji LITE 2s. I've used bottom of the line Solomon shoes in the past and could feel my legs give out on longer runs consistently due to lack of cushioning in the midsole. I wanted to try the Fuji LITE 2s for the cushioning and added spring they provide. It also helped that I found them online from a guy in my area for $70 unused. Needless to say they've entirely changed my perspective on what a trail running shoe can be and I'm excited to spend some amazing time on the trail knowing that I can trust the shoes on my feet. Your review helped me find the perfect shoe for what type of runs I love doing!
QOD: Escalante 3… continuing my transition to zero drop shoes and wider toe boxes. Love the feeling of my toes being able to splay and I feel like all my energy is pushing me forward in zero drop.
The main reason why I bought the Saucony Tempus was because I needed a more of an uptempo day shoe that still gave me support where I need it. I love how it is light for a stability shoe, fun to push the pace in, and still keeps me locked in. I watched your full review on this shoe and that’s what made me go out and purchase it.
QD: Last pickup was the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 24 and couldn’t be more happy with it! I tried several Hoka models in search of the perfect plush trainer, but I finally found it in the Nimbus! Loved the video but I think both the Nimbus and the Saucony Ride 15 definitely deserve a spot in the matrix (Easy/Daily). Sending prayers for your speedy recovery! Peace!
QD: PRICE! Stopped into a Burlington Factory Outlet and couldn’t believe my good fortune. I found a pair of adidas Adios Pro 2’s in my size for $59.99!
QD: The Nike ZoomFly 5 was the most recent shoe I purchased. Despite it being a very polarizing shoe between people who like and don’t like it over the history of the shoe, I’ve always felt that it was a great shoe for hitting workouts in regardless of the weight. There’s something magical about crushing most of your speed/tempo/threshold runs for a cycle in a heavier shoe and then slipping on the VaporFly for race day. Seth, I know you put a lot of “weight” into your reviews around weight, but weight always has its time and place, and I feel we’ve been spoiled with all the great shoes out there. As many fun and light shoes there are to run in out there, unless it’s my race day shoe, I’m probably not putting a lot of focus in on weight. I care more about comfort, lockdown, and ride. Keep up the awesome work! Your matrix videos are some of my favorites you do.
I ran in the Pearl Izumi's and loved them. After a jones fracture in 2017 I never felt comfortable in shoes. Tried asics gel cumulus, altra escalante, skechers forza and others and had terrible foot pain on any run over 45 minutes. I started watching your channel (and other running shoe channels) and discovered Hoka. I thought their meta-rocker sounded similar to the pearl izumi rocker geometry. I went with the clifton edges for a wider base (hoping it would help my foot pain) and low and behold, it did. For the first time in 5 years I could run naturally without foot pain. For 5 years I hated running because of the amount of time I'd need to ice my foot and never really feeling comfortable. Now I'm back. Running without pain was such an addiction, I found myself running nearly every day and getting back in the groove. I picked up a pair of standard clifton's and they've been a great addition as well.
QoD: Many reasons. I bought the novablast 2 late June this year because I had never even run in an asics shoe before so I wanted to try out the additional cushioning because before I was in the mach 4. I also bought it because I needed the arch support and I already thought it looked cool
QD: I bought the Nike streakfly. I am a high school runner who works at a shoe store. We just got some streakflys in and I needed a good shoe for grass/ track workouts, as my Vaporflys are too squishy. Praying that you heal up quickly Seth!
QOD: I just bought a pair of alphaflys from the Nike site because the prices were dropped 30% for certain colorways and there was a discount code for an additional 20% off. Paid $158 for them. Full marathon coming up in November so it was a no brainer. Last week I did the same thing with the vaporflys. Ended up buying them for $139 from the Nike site on sale plus additional %20 with promo code. I found that my Saucony endorphin pro2s we're just beating up my feet and legs way too much after 100 miles of races. Happy I made the switch as Nike has always fit my foot great.
QOD: altra vanish tempo- had went through 6 or 7 pairs of mach 4s and they seemed to only last 300 instead of 450 towards the last couple pairs. Heard zero drop could alleviate some hip/back pain and the tempo seemed to fix everything you didn’t like in the vanish carbon review. Went out on a limb. Absolutely love them.
Yeah..nobody else They all blab about how this "one shoe "or " brand "is the best. I like all different shoes for road, shoes for trails, shoes for track, shoes for the gym, casual walking shoes etc. variety is the spice of life!
QD: I purchased the Altra Lone Peak 6 after a trail run with a pair of Salomon Speed Assault. The Salomon’s toe box was to snug causing toe injuries for me. Keep up the great work Seth.
QD: Needed a new daily trainer so I picked up the Hoka Mach 5. Been primarily running in Hokas for the last several years and for easy and mid-effort miles I find them hard to beat
I purchased the Saucony Endorphin Soeed 2 and Kinvara 13. Seth had highly recommended and Saucony had a sale going on. Love both so far and may wear the Speed 2 during the Chicago Marathon. Keep up the great show reviews.
QD: The last show I bought was the Saucony Kinvara 13. The main reason I bought it was how it felt when I tried it on the treadmill in the shop. I was replacing my Altra Escalante Racers after over 2000 kms. I loved them, but based on your reviews I thought I would compare the Kinvara's to a new pair of Escalante Racers when I went into the shop. I wasn't expecting much because Saucony's don't usuall fit my feet but this one did. It felt great. The Kinvara 13 gave me a bit more cushion than the Escalante Racer without being mushy like the Escalante 2.5. I am a few months into them and so far, so good. Thanks for the heads up on them Seth. Without your review, I never would have tried them.
Glideride 3, purchased the first day it was available because the dual density midsole with the more flexible plate seemed exactly what I needed for my increased miles. Just took it over 100 miles this week and LOVE it!!
@@MattD86 only in the way the landing feels like effortlessly rolling forward. The upper midsole is FF Blast+ which is soft and feels amazingly comfortable.
Last shoe was the Altra Escalante 3, mainly to strengthen my legs and to possibly see if it helped some issues that were arising. First day I out the box they came with me to the track and I've loved em ever since.
Maybe it's because people haven't asked for it, or it's not a common issue, but it would be nice if you'd add heavier runners and climbing/descending characteristics. Most of my shoes (Asics/New Balance/Brooks/Saucony) handle these pretty well. But I feel like I completely wasted $140 by getting the Hoka Mach 5. As a heavier runner, they completely bottom out on the soft Profly+ foam when running downhill and feel like I'm running on cheap shoes. Luckily they're still ok as a short tempo shoe on level ground, but for heavier people, the Profly+ compresses to the point of feeling like they're slamming into the ground. And this is on less than 100 miles.
QOD: I bought a Salomon Glideride and a Newton Distance 10 from the 2 for $250 sale from Running Warehouse. It was such a good deal to pass up on. I couldn’t resist. Happy with these two shoes!
QoD: Saucony Tempus for my 55 year old dad because I saw him running in gym/ lifting shoes and he said he's knees were hurting. So far he's loving them and is back to running almost daily! And shout out to your review for help to educate me on them.
QD: I’ve run in all types of shoes and I always chose with one thing in mind: #1 reason is always whichever shoe I think is going to help me stay healthy. If there’s a little ache sometimes a good shoe choice can help. I take in to account how my weight feels distributed underfoot, if there are any pressure points on foot-strike, any issues with the upper (like when you need a bandaid for the Achilles 🚨), and lastly I use a little bit of runners intuition. 🤓
QoD: Nike Vaporfly Next%2. Because Ive never had a super shoe before and had my first half marathon coming up in Melbourne, Aus. Even though I'm a slight overpronator (that has had stress fractures in my right foot in the last 2 years) and run in Vongo v5 & Kayano Lites, I wanted to give myself the best chance to break 2hrs, and ended up running 1:50:39!! Definitely understand the hype around the Vaporflys now.
QD: Last one I bought was the Adidas Prime X. Got it for 2 reasons: 1) It was on a huge discount at running warehouse (50% off I believe). 2) Been looking for a max stack shoe to support my legs for a long run.
they are amazing Ivan. i put them on and almost sent them right back....couldn't even balance with the uneven heel. but once i started running....never ran faster. Maybe another big sale at Thanks
QD: New Balance 1080v12.. recovering from another knee injury and trying to get back into running again. Slowly but surely.. a little on the softer side. Overall an easy ride. I’m in love.
QD: Brooks ghost 13. Bought it because i wanted to try neutral running shoes for first time. I was running in brooks Ravenna and adrenaline GTS my whole time as a runner, and after 100 miles in my first neutral shoes, I can safely say I should of made the switch YEARS ago. Completely changed my running game in a good way. Will try shoes other than brooks in the future.
QD: I bought the Altra Escalante 3 after getting sick of foot injuries. I really needed the larger toe box! I never realized how much my Sauconys were just squishing my toes together until in got out of them.
QD : I really needed a commuter shoe that would be just as good on or off the road and handle a bit of mud. At first I found the Hoka Challenger ATR 6 on sale but when they arrived I was kinda disappointed with how firm I found them to be. Recently I found the New Balance Fresh Foam More Trail for only €80!!!! What a bargain and I'm loving them equally on or off the trails so that's perfect for me... exactly what I needed!!! They are a bit warm on foot but the summer will be over in no time now!!
The list on 12:40 is basically a dream rotation, although I would go with either Skechers ride 10, Puma velocity nitro 2 or Puma eternity nitro for the 'easy' category over the NB FF More v3. Plus the Hoka EVO Speedgoat (which was mysteriously killed off) for a trail shoe.... and probably a Novablast 3 for when you are bored with the other shoes and want to have a shoe which can cover most of the categories. Yeah... dream on.... 🤣
Running in the Prime X for some time, but I wanted it to be more stable for longer runs when my form deteriorates. So when they released the Adizero Pro 3, I couldn't resist.
My last shoe was a fresh pair of Nike Dragonfly spikes. I raced in my 1st pair of them at Boston U in the IC4A 4x8 and, since I tend to race a bit aggressive, the upper got absolutely sliced before the first 400. Still held out to get me to a 1:53.17 relay split, but not enough for me to race in em again.
QOD: I just picked up the Saucony Tempus. Reason being is that I’m a big endorphin speed fan, but I needed something as a workhorse with a touch of stability and more longevity than the speed to protect the legs daily. Then the Tempus hit the market with many of similarities to the speed, just minus the nylon plate. So far so good!👍🏻
QD : I am a duathlete, preparing for Asia Championship. Needed a neutral shoe for all round road training but race, durable, lighter. So I searched for reviews. I took Asics Noosa Tri 14. Many thanks James 🙏
Dear Seth! Thank you for the great content you keep uploading! Wish you get well the soonest so you can continue those great reviews and training videos. I would suggest another Matrix for us who don't have the opportunity for multiple shoes. The One For All category or Tweener would be very helpful! Thank you again for those great vlogs!
Saucony Endorphin Speed 2 - Been interested in trying for quite some time and caught a major deal on Amazon Prime Day. So went for it. Rotation was happy with Hoka Clifton 8, Hoka Mach 4, and ASICS Novablast…but loving the run even more with this newest addition.
Novablast3 on pre-order, otherwise Endo Edge was the last trail hog I bought. The Edge is good but watch the heel stability if you strike there, and the toebox is spacious...
My last two pair were gifted to me by my wife. Running shoes are a nice gift to receive, I have a lot of fun time wearing them. Last pair she gifted me are Speed 2.
My very supportive husband buys me the shoes in which I will run Boston every year now. The past 2 yrs is was the Endo Speed, but he just bought me the ASICS Edge+. Super nice gift-hurrah for your wife!
Virtue signaling. I realize I'm not going to be an elite runner. And I don't have time or the skillset to help build the running community around here. So, I buy running shoes from my local shop. Helps them fund events and sponsor runners with potential to be elite. If I get to wear awesome shoes while supporting an awesome community, I'm down for that.
I love supporting brick and mortar independent running stores. I have a favorite in San Diego where we visit a lot. I live in the Rockies so the only store in our valley is primarily hiking and trail oriented.
QD: Nike Pegasus 39. Don’t feel like people give this shoe enough credit because keeps the heel in place. It did take a while to break in but feels very comfortable on my long runs and can do both road and trail running
QD: I recently purchased the Adidas Terrex speed ultra trail. In central PA for training for a couple of weeks and have had so much fun running the trails that I wanted to get up in the more technical trails that for deeper. Stop at a outlet leaving Hershey park and for $50 I couldn’t say no! Now I’m excited to find more trails back in OK!
My last and current running shoe is the Asics Gel Kayano 27, i was young when doing my research and they advertised it was good for running on the road and trail and that sold me. I've got shin splints and many have told me that I should get extra padding for my shoes or better shoes so ive found myself here
I bought novoblast 2 for a recovery style run after I did the great north half marathon in the saucony endorphin pro. Needed something soft to do longer runs toward marathon. Novoblast cos it was in offer!!!
QOD: I have last year's Asics Evoride 2 and Skechers Razor excess. Both are lighter and mild rocker. Using them for easy and tempo days. The Asics Glideride 2 did not work well for my Creaking knees (OA), after the 3rd incidence of very pained knees, gave up on them. I am now coming back from 3 months of rest, and 2 months of recovery (swimming and cycling), hoping to just finish off a 10km run event in early October, and a 21km in mid November. Wishing you a stronger recovery.
I have a few Altra trail shoes but after your review and needing a substitute for my Asics 33 DFA for low drop calf stretching short runs I bought the Altra Rivera 2. Great choice. GREERINGS FROM LINZ/AUSTRIA!!!
QD: Bought the Saucony Endorphin Pro3 for an upcoming half marathon. I am just getting into races this is my second half marathon and wanted to start taking my shoe game more serious. Boy these did not disappoint. My feet felt great during the run and after the run.
HOKA Mach 5 and new balance sc pacer both for daily training. Sc pacer bit of an odd daily, but my foot was broken in two bones and I have to run in a plated medium stack shoe now.
Nike invincible 2 - To be able to run more often without getting injured. Have the Saucony Endorphin speed for tresh/tempo runs, but I never use them anymore. My legs and feet gets too tired. The invincible is just too comfy and bouncy, so I stick with them instead. Better be able to run often than once and fast. Don't know about you guys but I can run pretty fast with them.
it was from the same brand and therefore sports-science as my other shoes - Saucony .. sure I have other brands but I prefer to stick to one brand for each run type.
@@SethJamesDeMoor typically running in winter/late fall time...anything under 15miles, for easy, consistent runs or "hills." I have a heel to midstrike.
Tecton X": I bought it a few days ago, and I ran about 10 miles on Saturday. I should say it was one of the most comfortable trail shoes I have ever tried, I felt like I was running on the clouds. The only issue was that I rolled my ankle twice. I felt I need to be more careful when I'm out there running with these shoes.
QD: Last shoe: brooks defyance 12. The lock down was good, middle ground firmness, tongue is soft. Typically a hoka fan but took the store recommendation. I’m also on deployment in Germany so my shoe options were a bit more limited. 100+ miles on them feeling really good.
QD: the main reason I bought my last running shoe is… I have no idea. I saw the Alphafly 2 Proto colorway released and I simply put them in my cart and hit purchase.
QD my last shoe was the Bondi. They have been my go to for a long time. Always comfortable. Last for eva! I have others for faster days but the way my last couple years have been going… the extra cushion has been key!
Saucony Endorphine speed 3 - I just saw my local running store had them in, and reviews said they were even better than the previous version, among other things regarding to stability. That's precisely what I missed from speed 2, so although I have many shoes now I just had to try the speed 3 out as soon as I could.
I needed a shoe that was more stable to complement the saucony speed shoe i was overusing. Was getting some foot pain and ankle pain. I chose the ride 15, it was discounted. Happy with the choice.
QD: Hoka Mach 5! Loved the Mach 4, thought about buying a new pair since they’re on sale but watched your comparison video and decided I need to at least try the Mach 5 on. The minute I put it on my foot I knew it was worth the extra $$
QD: in late March on an impulse I signed up for a 3 trail run series (each about 10 miles). But I didn't have any trail running shoes. My first choice from reviews was the Speedgoat 5 but they were unavailable in my size, and I wanted to have the chance to train in them before the race. So I went with SG4s. They performed well, I especially appreciated the traction both in mud and steep rocky descents.
QD: Asics gel Kayano 23. I have very flat feet and the Kayano is the best shoe I've found to run in. Without that I start getting sore knees and hips so it's a must for me. I liked the old 23 because it had a good amount of gel in the forefoot which I really liked. The new Kayano 29 might be ok with the FF Blast in the forefoot instead, but I think they've lightened up on the stability: we'll see how that part goes.
QoD: Just bought the Novablast 2s. I needed a new daily trainer and these were on sale, so I wanted to know what the hype was about. Price is a big factor for me and right now you can get great deals on last year's models.
QD: Puma Velocity Nitro 2 to replace v1 which I've got a lot of miles into already. For me, it's the perfect shoe for everyday running because it's durable and can go on light trails too. Next, I'll be getting the Novablast 3 as I get back into longer runs in the Australian springtime after this winter's football season wraps up.
I have a sales competition with my coworkers to sell 7 sauconys the fastest. I’m in second place right now with 5. First two people to get to 7 are seeded a pair of endorphin pro 3!! Should finish today 😆
QD: Bought a pair of Endorphin Speed 2 two months ago when it's on sale. Haven't use them yet, because my Speeds have only 600ish kms on them and there are still plenty of lifespan left. Speeds are my go to shoes for from M pace to threshold pace running. It's good to buy time-proofed last generation shoes when new gen comes out.
QOD: I bought a Nike Vaporfly Next %. I ran my first Marathon in March in it and now it is time for a new one, because in December i am planing to do my next Marathon in Valencia. This Shoe is so great. Price was so good (145 Euro).
QD: signed up for Rome Marathon 2023 last week so bought Saucony Endorphin Speed 2 (£90) and New Balance RC Elite V2 (£132) to help get me prepared for another marathon training block. I usually just wait and buy shoes on sale, sometimes with big discounts if I'm lucky.
Noosa Tri 14. Why, cause you give the best recommendations Seth. I was looking for a shoe that I could do long runs with marathon pace miles (without splashing out on a CFP shoe). And the Noosa does the job excellently. Light and responsive, but enough cushion to go the distance.
Bingo Brett
Easily my favorite shoe. I’d buy more but can only find 2 colors available. Capable of anything
COMMENT OF THE DAY!!!
I just hate the new design, the 13’s looked great, not a fan of the 14’s
COMMENT OF THE DAY!!!
ASICS Glideride 3: this shoe was extremely well-reviewed online and I wanted a shoe that would do lots of long, easy miles. It’s one of my favorite shoes ever!!!
Let's GOOOOOO! Time to enter THE MATRIX!
The last shoe i bought is the new balance fresh foam 880v12. Love it for my daily training.
A super deal for the money. Dual layer fresh foamX and Fuelcell. Its a sleeper shoe for sure. 😁
QD: Although I always ran, I never had any instructions and used to get whatever shoes the salesman pointed me at the stores that wasn’t too expensive and felt “comfortable” (walking..!!).
I had an Adidas Ultraboost X for 2 years which I truly loved coz it allowed me back into running after a fasciitis.
I was for the first time focusing on running, training with an instructor, researching online and had 3 weeks left for my first half marathon when my Ultraboost kind of bursted 😂
I felt extremely insecure to get a completely new shoe right before my first 21k and being very inexperienced with different shoes…
I ended up choosing the Asics Noosa Tri 13. I had done a huge online reviews marathon so I was as informed as possible when I hit the stores and the Noosa was the best available option, also reasonable price and it was an aaawe experience trying it. Now I’m back here online researching coz I need new shoes (and this time I’m gonna try to buy 2 for different training days)
QOD: The last running shoe I purchased was a pair of ASICS Fuji LITE 2s. I've used bottom of the line Solomon shoes in the past and could feel my legs give out on longer runs consistently due to lack of cushioning in the midsole. I wanted to try the Fuji LITE 2s for the cushioning and added spring they provide. It also helped that I found them online from a guy in my area for $70 unused. Needless to say they've entirely changed my perspective on what a trail running shoe can be and I'm excited to spend some amazing time on the trail knowing that I can trust the shoes on my feet. Your review helped me find the perfect shoe for what type of runs I love doing!
QOD: Escalante 3… continuing my transition to zero drop shoes and wider toe boxes. Love the feeling of my toes being able to splay and I feel like all my energy is pushing me forward in zero drop.
Zero!
Thanks!
Thank you 🙏🏼 ever grateful
The main reason why I bought the Saucony Tempus was because I needed a more of an uptempo day shoe that still gave me support where I need it. I love how it is light for a stability shoe, fun to push the pace in, and still keeps me locked in. I watched your full review on this shoe and that’s what made me go out and purchase it.
COMMENT OF THE DAY!!!
Me too. I'm just increasing my mileage and tempus is keeping my legs fresh after every run
QD: Last pickup was the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 24 and couldn’t be more happy with it! I tried several Hoka models in search of the perfect plush trainer, but I finally found it in the Nimbus! Loved the video but I think both the Nimbus and the Saucony Ride 15 definitely deserve a spot in the matrix (Easy/Daily). Sending prayers for your speedy recovery! Peace!
brilliant
QD: PRICE! Stopped into a Burlington Factory Outlet and couldn’t believe my good fortune. I found a pair of adidas Adios Pro 2’s in my size for $59.99!
That's a great shoe! 👟
That’s epic!
QD: The Nike ZoomFly 5 was the most recent shoe I purchased. Despite it being a very polarizing shoe between people who like and don’t like it over the history of the shoe, I’ve always felt that it was a great shoe for hitting workouts in regardless of the weight. There’s something magical about crushing most of your speed/tempo/threshold runs for a cycle in a heavier shoe and then slipping on the VaporFly for race day. Seth, I know you put a lot of “weight” into your reviews around weight, but weight always has its time and place, and I feel we’ve been spoiled with all the great shoes out there. As many fun and light shoes there are to run in out there, unless it’s my race day shoe, I’m probably not putting a lot of focus in on weight. I care more about comfort, lockdown, and ride. Keep up the awesome work! Your matrix videos are some of my favorites you do.
I ran in the Pearl Izumi's and loved them. After a jones fracture in 2017 I never felt comfortable in shoes. Tried asics gel cumulus, altra escalante, skechers forza and others and had terrible foot pain on any run over 45 minutes. I started watching your channel (and other running shoe channels) and discovered Hoka. I thought their meta-rocker sounded similar to the pearl izumi rocker geometry. I went with the clifton edges for a wider base (hoping it would help my foot pain) and low and behold, it did. For the first time in 5 years I could run naturally without foot pain. For 5 years I hated running because of the amount of time I'd need to ice my foot and never really feeling comfortable. Now I'm back. Running without pain was such an addiction, I found myself running nearly every day and getting back in the groove. I picked up a pair of standard clifton's and they've been a great addition as well.
QoD: Many reasons. I bought the novablast 2 late June this year because I had never even run in an asics shoe before so I wanted to try out the additional cushioning because before I was in the mach 4. I also bought it because I needed the arch support and I already thought it looked cool
QD: I bought the Nike streakfly. I am a high school runner who works at a shoe store. We just got some streakflys in and I needed a good shoe for grass/ track workouts, as my Vaporflys are too squishy. Praying that you heal up quickly Seth!
QOD: I just bought a pair of alphaflys from the Nike site because the prices were dropped 30% for certain colorways and there was a discount code for an additional 20% off. Paid $158 for them. Full marathon coming up in November so it was a no brainer. Last week I did the same thing with the vaporflys. Ended up buying them for $139 from the Nike site on sale plus additional %20 with promo code. I found that my Saucony endorphin pro2s we're just beating up my feet and legs way too much after 100 miles of races. Happy I made the switch as Nike has always fit my foot great.
What discount code? 😍
@@madsbp SCORE20
@@therangersingerSad, I'm not allowed here in Norway to use any discount codes on the discounted alphas, not even my birthday code this month :(
@@madsbp sorry to here that sir.
QOD: altra vanish tempo- had went through 6 or 7 pairs of mach 4s and they seemed to only last 300 instead of 450 towards the last couple pairs. Heard zero drop could alleviate some hip/back pain and the tempo seemed to fix everything you didn’t like in the vanish carbon review. Went out on a limb. Absolutely love them.
QOD: Hoka Mach 5. Loved the 4, 5 has a new foam and comes in wide with a thinner upper. I’m sold!
In this giant forest of running shoes, I really appreciate your matrix videos. I can't think of anyone else that is using that wonderful format.
GIANT FOREST, GIANT!!! Good to see you in the comments Ray.
Yeah..nobody else They all blab about how this "one shoe "or " brand "is the best. I like all different shoes for road, shoes for trails, shoes for track, shoes for the gym, casual walking shoes etc. variety is the spice of life!
QD: I purchased the Altra Lone Peak 6 after a trail run with a pair of Salomon Speed Assault. The Salomon’s toe box was to snug causing toe injuries for me. Keep up the great work Seth.
we got this, we got this.thanks for tuning in
QD: Needed a new daily trainer so I picked up the Hoka Mach 5. Been primarily running in Hokas for the last several years and for easy and mid-effort miles I find them hard to beat
I purchased the Saucony Endorphin Soeed 2 and Kinvara 13. Seth had highly recommended and Saucony had a sale going on. Love both so far and may wear the Speed 2 during the Chicago Marathon. Keep up the great show reviews.
Thanks for being a member Earl!!
QD: The last show I bought was the Saucony Kinvara 13. The main reason I bought it was how it felt when I tried it on the treadmill in the shop. I was replacing my Altra Escalante Racers after over 2000 kms. I loved them, but based on your reviews I thought I would compare the Kinvara's to a new pair of Escalante Racers when I went into the shop. I wasn't expecting much because Saucony's don't usuall fit my feet but this one did. It felt great. The Kinvara 13 gave me a bit more cushion than the Escalante Racer without being mushy like the Escalante 2.5. I am a few months into them and so far, so good. Thanks for the heads up on them Seth. Without your review, I never would have tried them.
GREAT TO HEAR!
Glideride 3, purchased the first day it was available because the dual density midsole with the more flexible plate seemed exactly what I needed for my increased miles. Just took it over 100 miles this week and LOVE it!!
Nice! Would you describe it as being on the firmer side?
@@MattD86 only in the way the landing feels like effortlessly rolling forward. The upper midsole is FF Blast+ which is soft and feels amazingly comfortable.
Thanks for sharing!
Last shoe was the Altra Escalante 3, mainly to strengthen my legs and to possibly see if it helped some issues that were arising. First day I out the box they came with me to the track and I've loved em ever since.
OMG THE MATRIX!
Let’s gooooooooo
Maybe it's because people haven't asked for it, or it's not a common issue, but it would be nice if you'd add heavier runners and climbing/descending characteristics.
Most of my shoes (Asics/New Balance/Brooks/Saucony) handle these pretty well. But I feel like I completely wasted $140 by getting the Hoka Mach 5.
As a heavier runner, they completely bottom out on the soft Profly+ foam when running downhill and feel like I'm running on cheap shoes. Luckily they're still ok
as a short tempo shoe on level ground, but for heavier people, the Profly+ compresses to the point of feeling like they're slamming into the ground. And this is on less than 100 miles.
QD: Nova Blast 2, because oft the tremendous reviews from my most respected reviewers!
QOD: I bought a Salomon Glideride and a Newton Distance 10 from the 2 for $250 sale from Running Warehouse. It was such a good deal to pass up on. I couldn’t resist. Happy with these two shoes!
Evoride and Gliderides are the sleepers for me. Man, I run with them more than my other shoes. I really enjoy the Glideride. So smooth.
QoD: Saucony Tempus for my 55 year old dad because I saw him running in gym/ lifting shoes and he said he's knees were hurting. So far he's loving them and is back to running almost daily! And shout out to your review for help to educate me on them.
QD: I’ve run in all types of shoes and I always chose with one thing in mind:
#1 reason is always whichever shoe I think is going to help me stay healthy. If there’s a little ache sometimes a good shoe choice can help. I take in to account how my weight feels distributed underfoot, if there are any pressure points on foot-strike, any issues with the upper (like when you need a bandaid for the Achilles 🚨), and lastly I use a little bit of runners intuition. 🤓
QoD: Nike Vaporfly Next%2. Because Ive never had a super shoe before and had my first half marathon coming up in Melbourne, Aus. Even though I'm a slight overpronator (that has had stress fractures in my right foot in the last 2 years) and run in Vongo v5 & Kayano Lites, I wanted to give myself the best chance to break 2hrs, and ended up running 1:50:39!! Definitely understand the hype around the Vaporflys now.
QD: Last one I bought was the Adidas Prime X. Got it for 2 reasons:
1) It was on a huge discount at running warehouse (50% off I believe).
2) Been looking for a max stack shoe to support my legs for a long run.
There you go Ivan!
they are amazing Ivan. i put them on and almost sent them right back....couldn't even balance with the uneven heel. but once i started running....never ran faster. Maybe another big sale at Thanks
Ditto! And I got mine for $105 on Prime Day. I’ve also loved them when I’m a little stiff the day after a hard workout just for a recovery run.
QD: New Balance 1080v12.. recovering from another knee injury and trying to get back into running again. Slowly but surely.. a little on the softer side. Overall an easy ride. I’m in love.
QD: Brooks ghost 13. Bought it because i wanted to try neutral running shoes for first time. I was running in brooks Ravenna and adrenaline GTS my whole time as a runner, and after 100 miles in my first neutral shoes, I can safely say I should of made the switch YEARS ago. Completely changed my running game in a good way. Will try shoes other than brooks in the future.
QD: I bought the Altra Escalante 3 after getting sick of foot injuries. I really needed the larger toe box! I never realized how much my Sauconys were just squishing my toes together until in got out of them.
QD: I bought the Saucony Tempus to help with my mild overpronation and they’re AMAZING!
I find them great as well. Quite firm but they just work for that extra bit of stability
LOVE that shoe, love.
QD : I really needed a commuter shoe that would be just as good on or off the road and handle a bit of mud. At first I found the Hoka Challenger ATR 6 on sale but when they arrived I was kinda disappointed with how firm I found them to be. Recently I found the New Balance Fresh Foam More Trail for only €80!!!! What a bargain and I'm loving them equally on or off the trails so that's perfect for me... exactly what I needed!!! They are a bit warm on foot but the summer will be over in no time now!!
brilliant Bev, brilliant
QD: Next% 2 for the Philadelphia Marathon, of course! Aiming for a big PR on my second marathon 😎
Good luck!
The list on 12:40 is basically a dream rotation, although I would go with either Skechers ride 10, Puma velocity nitro 2 or Puma eternity nitro for the 'easy' category over the NB FF More v3.
Plus the Hoka EVO Speedgoat (which was mysteriously killed off) for a trail shoe.... and probably a Novablast 3 for when you are bored with the other shoes and want to have a shoe which can cover most of the categories.
Yeah... dream on.... 🤣
Saucony Endorphin Pro 3… I realized I could buy it in the store before it was released so I couldn’t resist. Plus it felt amazing!!
butter butter
Running in the Prime X for some time, but I wanted it to be more stable for longer runs when my form deteriorates. So when they released the Adizero Pro 3, I couldn't resist.
I love the format of this matrix, Seth!
Great Great Great! Maybe you could share it with another runner you might know : )
My last shoe was a fresh pair of Nike Dragonfly spikes. I raced in my 1st pair of them at Boston U in the IC4A 4x8 and, since I tend to race a bit aggressive, the upper got absolutely sliced before the first 400. Still held out to get me to a 1:53.17 relay split, but not enough for me to race in em again.
QOD: I just picked up the Saucony Tempus. Reason being is that I’m a big endorphin speed fan, but I needed something as a workhorse with a touch of stability and more longevity than the speed to protect the legs daily. Then the Tempus hit the market with many of similarities to the speed, just minus the nylon plate. So far so good!👍🏻
QD : I am a duathlete, preparing for Asia Championship. Needed a neutral shoe for all round road training but race, durable, lighter. So I searched for reviews.
I took Asics Noosa Tri 14.
Many thanks James 🙏
Dear Seth! Thank you for the great content you keep uploading! Wish you get well the soonest so you can continue those great reviews and training videos. I would suggest another Matrix for us who don't have the opportunity for multiple shoes. The One For All category or Tweener would be very helpful! Thank you again for those great vlogs!
That is a good idea! One for all or “all around”.
Endorphin Speed 2 or 3
Saucony Endorphin Speed 2 - Been interested in trying for quite some time and caught a major deal on Amazon Prime Day. So went for it. Rotation was happy with Hoka Clifton 8, Hoka Mach 4, and ASICS Novablast…but loving the run even more with this newest addition.
Love these Matrix videos, keep em coming!!
Thanks, will do!
Novablast3 on pre-order, otherwise Endo Edge was the last trail hog I bought. The Edge is good but watch the heel stability if you strike there, and the toebox is spacious...
ENDO!!!!
Picked up the Pro3 in a white colorway. Love it so far
My last two pair were gifted to me by my wife. Running shoes are a nice gift to receive, I have a lot of fun time wearing them. Last pair she gifted me are Speed 2.
My very supportive husband buys me the shoes in which I will run Boston every year now. The past 2 yrs is was the Endo Speed, but he just bought me the ASICS Edge+. Super nice gift-hurrah for your wife!
Virtue signaling.
I realize I'm not going to be an elite runner. And I don't have time or the skillset to help build the running community around here. So, I buy running shoes from my local shop. Helps them fund events and sponsor runners with potential to be elite. If I get to wear awesome shoes while supporting an awesome community, I'm down for that.
I love supporting brick and mortar independent running stores. I have a favorite in San Diego where we visit a lot. I live in the Rockies so the only store in our valley is primarily hiking and trail oriented.
QD: Nike Pegasus 39. Don’t feel like people give this shoe enough credit because keeps the heel in place. It did take a while to break in but feels very comfortable on my long runs and can do both road and trail running
QD: I recently purchased the Adidas Terrex speed ultra trail. In central PA for training for a couple of weeks and have had so much fun running the trails that I wanted to get up in the more technical trails that for deeper. Stop at a outlet leaving Hershey park and for $50 I couldn’t say no! Now I’m excited to find more trails back in OK!
My last and current running shoe is the Asics Gel Kayano 27, i was young when doing my research and they advertised it was good for running on the road and trail and that sold me. I've got shin splints and many have told me that I should get extra padding for my shoes or better shoes so ive found myself here
I bought novoblast 2 for a recovery style run after I did the great north half marathon in the saucony endorphin pro. Needed something soft to do longer runs toward marathon. Novoblast cos it was in offer!!!
QOD: I have last year's Asics Evoride 2 and Skechers Razor excess. Both are lighter and mild rocker. Using them for easy and tempo days. The Asics Glideride 2 did not work well for my Creaking knees (OA), after the 3rd incidence of very pained knees, gave up on them. I am now coming back from 3 months of rest, and 2 months of recovery (swimming and cycling), hoping to just finish off a 10km run event in early October, and a 21km in mid November. Wishing you a stronger recovery.
Nike Next%2. Why: my first (and probably last) expensive shoes. A present to me, by me, to run Firenze Marathon this November!
I have a few Altra trail shoes but after your review and needing a substitute for my Asics 33 DFA for low drop calf stretching short runs I bought the Altra Rivera 2. Great choice. GREERINGS FROM LINZ/AUSTRIA!!!
QD: Bought the Saucony Endorphin Pro3 for an upcoming half marathon. I am just getting into races this is my second half marathon and wanted to start taking my shoe game more serious. Boy these did not disappoint. My feet felt great during the run and after the run.
thank you , i like your video Road Running Shoe Matrix 2022
HOKA Mach 5 and new balance sc pacer both for daily training. Sc pacer bit of an odd daily, but my foot was broken in two bones and I have to run in a plated medium stack shoe now.
Thanks Seth!
I hope it helped
Nike invincible 2 - To be able to run more often without getting injured. Have the Saucony Endorphin speed for tresh/tempo runs, but I never use them anymore. My legs and feet gets too tired. The invincible is just too comfy and bouncy, so I stick with them instead. Better be able to run often than once and fast. Don't know about you guys but I can run pretty fast with them.
it was from the same brand and therefore sports-science as my other shoes - Saucony .. sure I have other brands but I prefer to stick to one brand for each run type.
Found your channel last night!!
I’ve bought the Endorphin Pro3 for my autumn Marathon
Yeah Vince, enjoy the ride, which marathon?
@@SethJamesDeMoor Amsterdam! Inspired by you!
Any shoe recommendations for treadmill running?
Really depends on use and your footstrike. Keep me posted and I’ll try to help
@@SethJamesDeMoor typically running in winter/late fall time...anything under 15miles, for easy, consistent runs or "hills." I have a heel to midstrike.
QD:Alphafly next% v1, it was £90 ($110).
Tecton X": I bought it a few days ago, and I ran about 10 miles on Saturday. I should say it was one of the most comfortable trail shoes I have ever tried, I felt like I was running on the clouds. The only issue was that I rolled my ankle twice. I felt I need to be more careful when I'm out there running with these shoes.
Would be nice to see a running shoe pyramid: what would you recommend if you can only buy 1 shoe? 2 shoes? 3, 4...
QOD: I bought Salomon ultra glide for my first ultra.
Thanks to you, Seth, I’ve made the right decision to buy the ultra glide - the shoe is perfect!
The reason i bought the endorphin speed pro 2 was for everyday runs. Including tempo/long run/easy day. They did great highly recomend
Last pair: Altra Torin 5. My first 0 drop shoes. Just to try 0 drop and make my legs stronger. So far so good in rotation with other shoes.
Been waiting for this one :)
I hope it helped. Onward
2 pairs this week: VaporFly Next %2 from Running Warehouse for $150 and a pair of Mach 4s from my local shop for $90. It was a good week!!!
I drove to Vermont to get my feet in a pair of Mach 5s. My fav shoe so far..
Last shoe purchase was a second pair of Speed 2s. Favourite shoe. $80 deal from Running Warehouse.
that's epic, just epic Troy
QD: Last shoe: brooks defyance 12. The lock down was good, middle ground firmness, tongue is soft. Typically a hoka fan but took the store recommendation. I’m also on deployment in Germany so my shoe options were a bit more limited.
100+ miles on them feeling really good.
QOD: I just bought a pair of the Kinvara 13s. I bought the Shamrock color way because I thought they looked amazing.
QD: the main reason I bought my last running shoe is… I have no idea. I saw the Alphafly 2 Proto colorway released and I simply put them in my cart and hit purchase.
QD my last shoe was the Bondi. They have been my go to for a long time. Always comfortable. Last for eva! I have others for faster days but the way my last couple years have been going… the extra cushion has been key!
Saucony Endorphine speed 3 - I just saw my local running store had them in, and reviews said they were even better than the previous version, among other things regarding to stability. That's precisely what I missed from speed 2, so although I have many shoes now I just had to try the speed 3 out as soon as I could.
Have you got the next version done yet Seth? Enjoying your vids.
I needed a shoe that was more stable to complement the saucony speed shoe i was overusing. Was getting some foot pain and ankle pain. I chose the ride 15, it was discounted. Happy with the choice.
QD: Hoka Mach 5! Loved the Mach 4, thought about buying a new pair since they’re on sale but watched your comparison video and decided I need to at least try the Mach 5 on. The minute I put it on my foot I knew it was worth the extra $$
Bingo David!
QD: in late March on an impulse I signed up for a 3 trail run series (each about 10 miles). But I didn't have any trail running shoes. My first choice from reviews was the Speedgoat 5 but they were unavailable in my size, and I wanted to have the chance to train in them before the race. So I went with SG4s. They performed well, I especially appreciated the traction both in mud and steep rocky descents.
QD: Asics gel Kayano 23. I have very flat feet and the Kayano is the best shoe I've found to run in. Without that I start getting sore knees and hips so it's a must for me. I liked the old 23 because it had a good amount of gel in the forefoot which I really liked. The new Kayano 29 might be ok with the FF Blast in the forefoot instead, but I think they've lightened up on the stability: we'll see how that part goes.
Altra Escalante Racer. Minimalist shoes helped me get rid of knee injuries and I wanted something slightly cushioned to compliment my Xero HFS'
QoD: Just bought the Novablast 2s. I needed a new daily trainer and these were on sale, so I wanted to know what the hype was about. Price is a big factor for me and right now you can get great deals on last year's models.
Great choice Elisabeth, great choice!
QD: Puma Velocity Nitro 2 to replace v1 which I've got a lot of miles into already. For me, it's the perfect shoe for everyday running because it's durable and can go on light trails too. Next, I'll be getting the Novablast 3 as I get back into longer runs in the Australian springtime after this winter's football season wraps up.
I have a sales competition with my coworkers to sell 7 sauconys the fastest. I’m in second place right now with 5. First two people to get to 7 are seeded a pair of endorphin pro 3!! Should finish today 😆
QD: I picked up a pair of Novablasts 2 because I had lots of reward points with Fleet Feet and have been wanting the novablasts 2 for over 6 months
Nice carri
QD: Bought a pair of Endorphin Speed 2 two months ago when it's on sale. Haven't use them yet, because my Speeds have only 600ish kms on them and there are still plenty of lifespan left. Speeds are my go to shoes for from M pace to threshold pace running. It's good to buy time-proofed last generation shoes when new gen comes out.
Last shoes: Asics Metaspeed edge+ for short distance racing. Hoping I can (at one day) keep up with them 👊
You got htis Tim! Enjoy those shoes
Vaporfly Next%2, yet to log first mile but the amazing step in left me smiling. On sale for $149! Couldn't pass up.
Ok, gonna try those nb more ff v3.
Great shoe and v4 coming out soon too!
QOD: I bought a Nike Vaporfly Next %. I ran my first Marathon in March in it and now it is time for a new one, because in December i am planing to do my next Marathon in Valencia. This Shoe is so great. Price was so good (145 Euro).
QD: signed up for Rome Marathon 2023 last week so bought Saucony Endorphin Speed 2 (£90) and New Balance RC Elite V2 (£132) to help get me prepared for another marathon training block.
I usually just wait and buy shoes on sale, sometimes with big discounts if I'm lucky.