Let me know if you have any questions about the R1 running shoes, or if you're looking for a pair of running shoes that better suit your running requirements, just let me know and I'll get you hooked up with the best shoes for you! :) -Alastair
Really enjoying the R1 as well as its trainer companion, the S1. Thanks for your review. Having raced road to trail races up to 200 miles, there’s a pressing need for non-rockered shoes that are stable yet light, and not too softly cushioned, at comparatively lower speeds (for me, 8:30 to 14 minute pace per mile for road ultra distances). I’m 60 years old and have run competitively since 1979. Have very high hopes for both these shoes. The dual lacing, respectfully, is brilliant. I used the original Hoka Tecton X for 135 miles in the Cowboy 200-mile. By then my feet had swollen a full size! Could no longer fit into that shoe at all. Had to find a high volume shoe in a larger size (happened to have had Nnormal Tomirs in the truck, to use for driving home) to finish the race in 71 hours. Mount to Coast has the right idea with a dual lacing system like this!
Thanks for sharing your experience! It’s awesome to hear you’re enjoying the R1 and S1. I totally get the need for stable, lightweight, non-rockered shoes for those long ultra distances. The dual lacing system is indeed a nice idea, especially for managing foot swelling during races - i just wish that secondary system (the lower one) was easier to adjust - just feels clunky to me. Glad you had the Nnormal Tomirs as a backup, I actually have the Tomir 2 in for review which I'm looking forward to sharing thoughts on.
@@trailandkale the Tomir 2 is better overall but still a little harsh for my tastes. The fit is also voluminous. It feels more like a lighter hiking shoe. There are so many better options, including the ‘19 Inov-8 g300 TrailFly or the new LaSportiva Prodigio, my favorite trail shoe this year. Or the Merrell Agility Peak 5. Happy trails!
Great question! The Jacquard mesh in this upper does have similar stretch properties to some Hoka shoes. It's flexible and very breathable, providing a snug and comfortable fit, but it's not overly stretchy. This helps maintain the shoe's structure and support while still allowing for natural foot movement. Let me know if you have any other questions!
@@trailandkale Thanks! I ordered the S1 in my usual size to see how they do. I think I'd like the R1 more but not having rubber on the bottom made me lean towards the S1 more.
Not sure why they thought that, maybe they didn't test them properly because they definitely have a rubber compound on the outsole. At a glance it does look like a foam outsole but its not :)
I'm a heel striker/ shuffler running short gaits. Will these shoes work Biomechanically ? didn't like the NB Rebel V4. the heel felt low. Was forced to run mid to forefoot..
Let me know if you have any questions about the R1 running shoes, or if you're looking for a pair of running shoes that better suit your running requirements, just let me know and I'll get you hooked up with the best shoes for you! :) -Alastair
These are the biggest surprise shoe of 2024 so far when it comes to expectations VS reality.
I ordered these today. Hope they deliver . Have an ultra race in October 😎
Nice, which race?
@@trailandkale yippee-ki-yay 50k oct 19th down the wabash trail
Oh that looks like a lot of fun! Just looked it up! Looks like mostly roads then I presume? These should be great for that
@@trailandkale yep 😎
Simple design. no need for flashy bright colors.
Too true
Really enjoying the R1 as well as its trainer companion, the S1. Thanks for your review. Having raced road to trail races up to 200 miles, there’s a pressing need for non-rockered shoes that are stable yet light, and not too softly cushioned, at comparatively lower speeds (for me, 8:30 to 14 minute pace per mile for road ultra distances). I’m 60 years old and have run competitively since 1979. Have very high hopes for both these shoes. The dual lacing, respectfully, is brilliant. I used the original Hoka Tecton X for 135 miles in the Cowboy 200-mile. By then my feet had swollen a full size! Could no longer fit into that shoe at all. Had to find a high volume shoe in a larger size (happened to have had Nnormal Tomirs in the truck, to use for driving home) to finish the race in 71 hours. Mount to Coast has the right idea with a dual lacing system like this!
Thanks for sharing your experience! It’s awesome to hear you’re enjoying the R1 and S1. I totally get the need for stable, lightweight, non-rockered shoes for those long ultra distances. The dual lacing system is indeed a nice idea, especially for managing foot swelling during races - i just wish that secondary system (the lower one) was easier to adjust - just feels clunky to me. Glad you had the Nnormal Tomirs as a backup, I actually have the Tomir 2 in for review which I'm looking forward to sharing thoughts on.
@@trailandkale the Tomir 2 is better overall but still a little harsh for my tastes. The fit is also voluminous. It feels more like a lighter hiking shoe. There are so many better options, including the ‘19 Inov-8 g300 TrailFly or the new LaSportiva Prodigio, my favorite trail shoe this year. Or the Merrell Agility Peak 5. Happy trails!
@TrailrunnerTroy ah yes I have that prodigio that I still need to take out and the Merrell Ap5 is a great shoe! Happy trails! :) ✌🏼
You mentioned jacquard mesh in the upper. Does it stretch out like the hokas with jacquard mesh?
Great question! The Jacquard mesh in this upper does have similar stretch properties to some Hoka shoes. It's flexible and very breathable, providing a snug and comfortable fit, but it's not overly stretchy. This helps maintain the shoe's structure and support while still allowing for natural foot movement. Let me know if you have any other questions!
@@trailandkale Thanks! I ordered the S1 in my usual size to see how they do. I think I'd like the R1 more but not having rubber on the bottom made me lean towards the S1 more.
You're welcome! By the way, the R1 does have rubber compound on the outsole..
@@trailandkale Ohh weird. Other reviews I watched said it didn't have it and the outsole does look different between the two models
Not sure why they thought that, maybe they didn't test them properly because they definitely have a rubber compound on the outsole. At a glance it does look like a foam outsole but its not :)
I'm a heel striker/ shuffler running short gaits. Will these shoes work Biomechanically ? didn't like the NB Rebel V4. the heel felt low. Was forced to run mid to forefoot..
Yes they should do! Being designed for ultra running, they’re good for long distance short strides.
@@trailandkale . Thank you!!