15:XX 5K in the ADIDAS TAKUMI SEN 8 - Can they RIVAL the VAPORFLY?

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    Ever since I picked up the Adidas Takumi sen 8 I've been keen to try them over the distance they are supposedly designed for, the 5km. This weeks squid games for runners challenge was a team Ekiden marathon in which i had to run 7k as fast as i could for me team. I used this as the perfect test to see if the new 5k super shoe really could compete with the Vaporfly and i was pleasantly surprised.
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  • @_Tp__
    @_Tp__ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    i have covid and can’t go running or even go outside so it’s nice to at least see other people running.

    • @Ultrarunnerdad
      @Ultrarunnerdad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Heal up quick, you'll be back out soon.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hope you recovery quickly! I’m the same though, when I’m injured or I’ll all I watch is other people run 😂

    • @nikhilerigila8175
      @nikhilerigila8175 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here. I got covid and haven't been able to run for more than a week now. Watching Ben run is nice 😂

  • @LumpyPotatos
    @LumpyPotatos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Team 4 appreciates your effort my friend!
    The lindt ball in an espresso sounds revolutionary! I have a ton of dark chocolate ones left over from a multi pack to do this with haha.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Was a pleasure being in the team! Dark chocolate isn’t my favourite to be honest but maybe nice in a light roast coffee :)

  • @PDARUNS
    @PDARUNS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    31.35 10k pace. Not to shabby for running around in circles 😀 good man Ben 👍

  • @ColeRunning
    @ColeRunning 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video mate. I used my Takumi’s for their 4th run today and it was the best one yet… not sure if it’s because the energy rods have loosened a little but thoroughly enjoyed them on my workout today.

  • @bobpriest2146
    @bobpriest2146 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Unbelievable time Ben - glad you were on team 4! Was also nice to meet you in the gym on the same day we got put in the same team!

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks bob! Still can’t believe that 😂 if you ever fancy jumping on the treadmill next to me let me know :)

    • @bobpriest2146
      @bobpriest2146 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenIsRunning would love to one day mate😅

  • @bustatank1958
    @bustatank1958 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cracking pace Ben 👍. Good to see no further aggro from your calf. Team 4 must be happy with that run.

  • @wanokmorrisson3513
    @wanokmorrisson3513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good work.u are strong
    Keep pushing forward

  • @crankgreenwatts
    @crankgreenwatts 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well done Ben 👏I'm a huge fan of ASICS Novablast as bang for buck I feel a good shoe. Loved the ADIDAS Boston but they kept messing with the fit. May have to try the Takumi Sen 👌

  • @Dikbert
    @Dikbert 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great run and vid as per usual! I must say, seeing the muddy shoes sat on the table next to your food was most disconcerting for me hahaha!

  • @Morpeth_Harriers
    @Morpeth_Harriers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Class running mate 👍

  • @JohnBirtchetSharpe
    @JohnBirtchetSharpe 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bit off-topic , but nice to see another user of Gtech products :) (vacuum in the background)

  • @billybmm17
    @billybmm17 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great run Ben. Go team 4!

  • @Crookie57
    @Crookie57 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome effort Ben…you made that pace look easy! 😎
    I’m thinking of using the Takumi Sen in my next half marathon…thoughts?
    I’ve ran a 10 mile race in them…so I think another 3 miles won’t be too difficult 🤷🏼‍♂️

  • @SebNutter
    @SebNutter 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving the ketchup drizzle. Classy AND tasty.

  • @hannaniakurkos8468
    @hannaniakurkos8468 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dammm Dude your fasttt💨 3 min’ per kilometre 😳 💪

  • @donpond3868
    @donpond3868 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi ben loving the videos now and just interested what is your VO2 max?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! My watch currently says 73 but no idea how accurate that is :)

    • @donpond3868
      @donpond3868 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BenIsRunning wow

  • @harryrichards4654
    @harryrichards4654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had the same problem with the laces but with a pair of nike Pegasus 38. They just kept coming undone. I have just bought a pair of Mr. Lacy laces and they work perfectly. No issues

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s amazing how a different pair of laces can change the way a shoe feels right?

    • @harryrichards4654
      @harryrichards4654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BenIsRunning completely. Before I got so frustrated by the laces being the issue. Now I can appreciate the shoe and I realize it’s a great all rounder for me. And my only road shoe at the moment

  • @deanevans3968
    @deanevans3968 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the new logo. I'll be hoping for a PB on Saturday with TDP socks

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks dean! Guaranteed :)

  • @PoetWithPace
    @PoetWithPace 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’ve heard nothing but good reviews about these shoes, but are they worth the buy just for fast 5k? Do you think they are good enough for half marathon and marathon distance Ben?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Personally I think these shoes are very specific for the 5k distance. I’d race a 10k in them but that would be my upper limit. I just personally prefer a little more shoe for the longer stuff :)

    • @manutd9899
      @manutd9899 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree with Ben. I have read most about that being a shorter distance shoe and to out yourself in another direction for longer than that.

    • @PoetWithPace
      @PoetWithPace 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenIsRunning thank you Ben.

    • @PoetWithPace
      @PoetWithPace 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@manutd9899 👍🏼

  • @Kinaanath
    @Kinaanath 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great way to make Mocha Latte with Lindor balls, definitely will give it a try 👍

  • @B-B-Bamba
    @B-B-Bamba 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the new branding!

  • @kallumwright4139
    @kallumwright4139 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fast regardless but cheeky with the outside wrist for the watch there 😉

  • @danwaller4009
    @danwaller4009 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Recently found your channel and must admit I love how normal and relatable your content is!
    I do have a question; I recently signed up to my first half marathon and having attempted the route today I underestimated it. It is super hilly in the first half but then downhill for the rest and I managed a time of 1:45 which was my initial goal so I am actually quite pleased with it. Do you think 1:30 is achievable in 9 weeks? Or am I maybe being a tad optimistic?! Thanks!

  • @jeremyringma
    @jeremyringma 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    2 degrees! In the last week I've had 5 days above 40 degrees C. It's been a bit brutal for the moral getting out and running the same place or slower than 3 months ago not knowing how much is just due to temperature.

  • @dombaker6210
    @dombaker6210 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Ben, great run, very inspiring seeing that speed. By my calculations at that cadence you are making a massive 1.81m stride length. Have you got any tips on how to increase stride lengths wether that be from hip extension or getting more airborne etc?

    • @alh.4000
      @alh.4000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Stride length (at least from my 16 years of running experience) is usually longer when running at a faster pace. I am usually 1.3m-1.4m for my easy/recovery runs and can get up to 1.9m for quicker intervals. I have a midfoot strike and don't over stride. My cadence is usually 170-173 for slower runs and for those 1.9m stride runs its in the upper 180s to mid 190s. I am a bit taller than Ben (191 cm) and a bit slower as well (16:25 5k PB, but that's 8 years old).

  • @jamesg3296
    @jamesg3296 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Really want to try these, but the streak fly is out soon so thinking of holding off to see what they can do. How do you feel about the streak fly?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah I feel like the Takumi and streakfly are going to be very similar. I’ll pick up a pair for sure when they come out :)

    • @georgidalton4315
      @georgidalton4315 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenIsRunning I am looking forward to see what they are like as i am training for a 5k and will decide to buy vaporfly or streakfly when i run for a big pb

    • @donalddarko3676
      @donalddarko3676 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the streakfly will absolutely batter the adidas shoe. Im waiting for the streakfly and not even going to bother getting the takumi I already know the streak will be better.

    • @georgidalton4315
      @georgidalton4315 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@donalddarko3676 But no carbon plate 🤷‍♂️

    • @a_koala
      @a_koala 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@donalddarko3676This did not age well xD

  • @gummer4england
    @gummer4england 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant Ben :)

  • @reecedawson6113
    @reecedawson6113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was on a fast 10km this morning got close to my current PB but it was so icey so I slipping around every corner so I couldn't always run at top pace

  • @jobanski
    @jobanski 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A little while ago I bought a pair of sl20 specifically for 5k, and maybe 10k, but they feel really flat compared to my Pegasus and Saucony. Now with your description I’m wondering if narrow foot, minimalist feel, or low stack height, is how adidas builds their shoes.

  • @rohangibson8148
    @rohangibson8148 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Ben. When you coming to Great Notley ParkRun, Braintree. Very near Colchester but I wanna meet You as I Met you in Felixstowe but didn't know you.

  • @BobGosemeijer
    @BobGosemeijer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review Ben :-) would you recommend theses shoes only for race purpose or also for fast interval sessions (500m to 2K reps)? Or is the nike streakfly a better deal?

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’d say they are probably better training than racing having now put a few more miles in them. If it’s wet they are the best

    • @BobGosemeijer
      @BobGosemeijer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenIsRunning thx for your reply :-) for racing I use mostly met next% shoes, I am looking for a good fast trainer for my faster interval sessions, I am training for a sub 34 min on the 10K now. I doubt between the takumi and the streakfly, what do you think? maybe a other good shoe?

  • @kieran_nmw
    @kieran_nmw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What''s that dark red hoodie you got on? Looks really good.

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s from on running! Super comfortable too :)

  • @lauramclean4691
    @lauramclean4691 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Ben - what is the round massage thing your standing on and does it target calf muscles? 2:15 into the vid

  • @adamrobinson3929
    @adamrobinson3929 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which espresso machine do you use, Ben?

  • @gravypuk
    @gravypuk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lindor in coffee, best running top ever 😂

  • @hmcnew
    @hmcnew 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi there! Great time! Durability so far??

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! So far, very good! Continental rubber holding up very well

  • @GOPANNGG
    @GOPANNGG ปีที่แล้ว

    7K IS INSANE

  • @BackyardRacing1
    @BackyardRacing1 ปีที่แล้ว

    72bpm for 3:07km pace?? Surely not

  • @tomcormack7056
    @tomcormack7056 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi mate what do you film with?

  • @jackzamary7420
    @jackzamary7420 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice new profile picture

  • @fabsterun
    @fabsterun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Instructions unclear balls have blisters now

  • @MrRennieFrumpkin
    @MrRennieFrumpkin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not on the table Ben 😬 I’m sure your mum would have something to say about that!

  • @RunForPeace-hk1cu
    @RunForPeace-hk1cu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude, did you just put your race shoes on the dinner table while you are eating your food? 😳
    Healthy breakfast 🍳 though 👍

  • @miks1063
    @miks1063 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    new profile pic:( sad but cool

    • @PoetWithPace
      @PoetWithPace 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I like it 👍🏼

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s how I felt! But really like the new logo!!

    • @PoetWithPace
      @PoetWithPace 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BenIsRunning 👍🏼👍🏼

  • @himynameisandyb
    @himynameisandyb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    First

  • @enigmatheangel
    @enigmatheangel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Put a what?

  • @BigJames404
    @BigJames404 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're rapid m8

  • @ahillrunnertmr8031
    @ahillrunnertmr8031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never 7k if that’s GPS measured . Still a brilliant run though .

    • @jensmith3719
      @jensmith3719 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Relevance ???

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes gps is always generous on a loop, thanks though :)

  • @what_it_is
    @what_it_is 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys need actual NAMES for your teams lol

  • @gilesinontario9193
    @gilesinontario9193 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This guy is fun to watch but hes a bit of a whiner..... If everything isn't perfect he's full of excuses, he ran a 3:00 km and he was acting as if he did everything wrong..... 3:00 is literally 5 seconds faster than his normal pace..... So he's complaining about less than a %3 difference..... Good luck going forward, looking forward to the summer season :)

    • @BenIsRunning
      @BenIsRunning  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your comments are fun to read but your a bit of a neggy Nancy… appreciate the unique approach you have to supporting the videos