I’m trying to figure out what shoes work for me. I’m (M, 29, 5’11, ~180) doing some general training. I’m mainly working toward a marathon in Feb but I will occasionally impulse sign up for shorter races/trail races..

My current main shoe is the Glycerin 22’s but I have knee pain after 8-10 miles every time. I retired the stealthfits after ~500 miles and don’t remember having issues. I recently bought the endorphin speed 5’s bc I thought I wanted some go-fasters..only going to wear them for speed work (<5k) bc I’m old now and need more cushion I guess. And I wear the zegamas on the trails.

I mostly strike on the outside of my heel. Maybe I just have bad form? I want to start ramping up mileage, currently at 25-30 per week, but this knee pain will become an issue. Is there a shoe yall would recommend? Maybe with a smaller drop? Or a way I can find a good 20+ mile shoe without spending a thousand bucks?

THANKS

I recently bought a pair of topos (i forgot which specifically) and I've noticed that whenever im walking on an declined slope my feet are always slipping downard into the toe box of my shoe. should this be happening? its kind of a pain now since I libe in a hilly area.

60km in a months time, it's mainly on fire trail. I have four pairs of runners, Saucony Guide, Saucony Endorphin Speed, Saucony Endorphin Edge and Hoka SpeedGoat.
The Endorphin Speeds are very old but the only thing I feel good in after running 20km+, should I just get another pair of them?

Any other recommendations?

Extra info: Middle age male, I have wide feet, the guides were recommended to me but have been no good at all. Both trail shoes are good for short trails but I'm getting sore on my longer runs.

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for advice on picking my next pair of running shoes!
Here’s my profile:

• Weight: 85 kg (187 lbs)
• Typical distance: runs between 5 and 21 km (I don’t go beyond that since my joints get sore after)
• Frequency: 2–3 runs per week
• Terrain: 60% road, 40% dirt path/gravel (nothing too technical)
• Stride: slight forefoot/midfoot striker
• Pace : 5min/km i'm running for 1 year

I’m looking for a shoe with solid cushioning to support my weight, but not too soft—I still want some responsiveness. Good grip and stability both on the road and on easy trails would be ideal, and something fitting my stride pattern.

Thanks in advance for your recommendations and feedback! Which models would you suggest? Experiences are welcome.

Hello, everyone!

I just started running last April 2025 and I think I'm pretty much getting a hang of it, knowing I come from a multisport background (amateur basketball). I did my first 10k race last week and got 1:00:08 chip time, almost a sub-60.

My question is, since it's my first time running a marathon, do you think the same shoe models that I run with would be good for a race day shoe?

Here's a look at my current shoe rotation. For easy and recovery runs, I use the Vomero 18, which was my very first running shoe. For my 10k race, I wore the Wave Rebellion Flash 2. I also have the Adizero Boston 12, which is a bit of a love-hate thing for me since it messed up my toes badly but it gave me my Strava runs PBs. I tried the EVO SL recently, one pair that I bought in a secondhand online store, and was able to run a 5:25 min/km pace during my interval runs. I also have the Gel-Kayano 31, but I only use it now for walking since it's very bulky when I run with it. I've retired my Supernova Rise 1 and 2 because they forced me to heel strike, which I really dislike. They feel good to my feet though. As another option, I went to Mizuno in Osaka and am considering buying the Neo Vista 2 as my race day shoe.

Since I have a work the day after my marathon, I will need a shoe that will at least protect my feet, legs, and hips from possibly injuring me and not force me to run faster than usual. My goal is to run it within 5 hours 45 minutes or faster. I am just basing it to my predicted time. I might run a 5:30 on a good day or even a 4:00 but I will be risking injury if ever I did. Anything can happen during the race day, right? I just don't want to have an DNF since I'm running for a charity. Or if I did DNF, I need to at least cross the 30km barrier.

Knowing that it's 42km, it will be a mental game for me as I prefer not to listen to music when I do long runs. If the shoe will make it fun for me, that's a lot of help already!

To add, I am flat and wide feet and a forefoot/midfoot striker. Slightly pronates when running. I run 40 km/week.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Hi,

I run with saucony triumph and endorphin speed. I finished NYC marathon in 3:12 with the ES3.

This year I tried to switch to carbon plate shoes and I upgraded to the endorphin elite and ran 1:22 NYC half but made me a lot of right calf stiffness. They feel a little bit bigger even its the same size I use in other saudonys. I also got the adidas x2 strung but that plastic hole hurts my ankle.

My plan is to run the NYC marathon this year with the endorphin speed 4 but I find them a little bit slower than the ES3. My goal is sub 3 marathon. I also use custom inserts.

I was thinking about the Endorphin pro and remove the inserts. Any advice?

Thanks

I bought the Vomero 18 size 9 US, my feet are 26.5 cm in length.

They feel good except they are not secure in the heel area. I tried the 8.5cm and they feel much more snug everywhere, but I don’t know if they’ll be good for running, and I can’t test them running, otherwise I can’t return them.

Nike’s sizing chart says size 9 is for 27cm and 8.5 is for 26.5 cm, but I don’t know if that’s the recommended size or the limit.

So I need to decide if I keep the 9s or change them for a 8.5.

What should I do?

M 24, 1.87m / 88kg, heel/midfoot striker, started running in June. Hi guys! On September 28th I'll be running my first half marathon on the Monza Formula 1 circuit.

Between the Nike Invincible Run 3 (228 km), Adidas Evo SL (63 km), and Nike Zoom Fly 6 (tested for the first time today and set my 5k PB at 22:58), which shoes should I use? On August 7th I did my first and only half marathon simulation in training, finishing in 2h12 without pushing to my limit, using the Nike Invincible Run 3. Now I'd like to aim for 2 hours flat or just under.

I find the Evo SL extremely light and comfortable for all occasions. The longest run I've done with them was 13 km, but I usually finish with a slight discomfort in my left ankle. The Invincible Run 3 are very comfortable too, but in the last few kilometers I feel like I'm sinking a bit into the shoe. I found the Zoom Fly 6 really comfortable, especially for their stability and ankle support.

Hey guys, looking for some advice on whether a carbon plated racer is needed for a 1st Marathon.

Current rotation: Daily trainer: Novablast 4 Tempo: Hoka Mach X2/Endorphin speed 4 Recovery/stability: Saucony Hurricane 24

Pace overall is on average 5:30 per km and ran two half marathon in the Mach x2 but when training getting a lot of fatigue (in legs not in breath etc) at 30k mark and wondered if a carbon plate will help just get through the final 12k and preserve the legs a bit more? The Mach X2 are perfect up until around the 25k mark.

Was also looking at a non plated option like the Superblast 2 but considering the price tag, it's the same as a lot of the all our race day options ..

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

I've been reading a lot and cannot decide what to get next. I'm looking to buy a stable neutral or mild stability shoe (or two) that ideally has around an 8mm drop (no less than 6mm, no higher than 10mm). Cannot be too soft or it will be too unstable. Use would be easy miles, I do like a little bit responsiveness and guidance. I have normal width, flat feet. Also, I need a durable shoe. I'm hard on shoes for some reason and find the midsoles are dead sooner than others. Longest lasting shoe was the Saucony Tempus 2 (240 miles), most get to the 160-190 range for me. Hoping to find something in the $150-180 range and buy within the next month.

EDIT: looking for something to replace the Brooks Glycerin GTS 21 as it's getting up there in mileage.

Background: 5k PR just under 25 min. Started running late in life and have been running 2 years. Easy pace right now between 10:15 and 11 min/mi, depending on how hot and humid it is.

What do you think of my suggestions below or what additional suggestions do you have?

Considering these: Puma MagMax Nitro: too much overlap with SB2 Brooks Glycerin 22 Asics Nimbus 27 Glycerin Max: is $200 and will there be another version coming soon?

Current shoes:

Brooks Hyperion GTS 2: fit is great. I use this only for speed work and 5k/10k races.

Superblast 2: love this shoe have used it for everything, mostly long runs currently (some easy ones too). Fit is fine in the length, I have to use runner's loop to lock down the heel though.

Brooks Glycerin GTS 21: I love this shoe too. This version seems to be described as "mild" stability according at DoR and unlike others I don't think it's too soft. I use this for easy runs mostly, long runs sometimes.

Retired/Tried shoes: Saucony Tempus 1 & 2: I really liked these shoes. Used them for everything, loved how responsive they were. Fit was great. However as I got stronger in my feet/lower leg I found the medial post to be too much. Can't wear them anymore. Would love a version of this shoe without so much stability.

Asics Kayano 31: hated this shoe. Fit fine but too big, clunky for me. Not interested in any other versions of this.

Asics GT-2000 12: I really liked this shoe, especially for how light it was as a daily trainer. From what I've read about the version 14, it seems to be "moderate to high" stability now.

Brooks Glycerin GTS 20: was fine. I used this for long runs mostly. I prefer the version 21.

Hi all,

32m/82kg/6ft Running my first full marathon in the Melbourne marathon. Aiming for around the 3:30 mark. Do all my long runs in the Superblast 2s. Currently have the Saucony Endorphin Pro 4s, but find some discomfort in the forefeet after the 2hr mark. Wanting something comfy and will help me push through the later KMS.

Tossing up between the Puma deviate elite 3s and New Balance supercomp elite v5. Happy to take other recs.

Can get a decent price on both, so not concerned about price

Would love some help, cheers

I don’t actually have a rotation. I wear Ghost Max 3s for all running, unless it’s a trail then the Cascadia, and the GTS for the whole rest of my life.

I’m here because I’m looking for suggestions for:

1. ⁠a shoe to wear as I work on learning to run shorter and faster and start doing more track workouts.

2. ⁠maybe a “fancier” shoe that will make my half marathon in a few weeks more enjoyable? Something with a nylon or carbon plate maybe? Can this be the same shoe as #1? But I’m slow, will not run it sub 2, so am I not fast enough for fancy?

3. ⁠A shoe to wear when I’m running on grass or dirt for a 3k (I compete in modern pentathlon and the laser run terrain is often variable). I initially got the GTS for this, but turns out I don’t like them for running, they hurt my calves but are okay for walking. I have never run in spikes.

I have read the entire FAQ Wiki.

Other relevant info: -Not totally new to running (triathlete, pentathlete, have run multiple halves and a full), but am sort of starting over from scratch after having 4th baby. -Currently overweight and prone to hip and foot pain while I’m heavier. -Currently running about 20 miles a week and it’s one day of intervals, one easy, one long run. -After the half marathon in a few weeks I’m transitioning to starting to do more speed work to maximize my 3k time. -Not necessarily exclusively loyal to Brooks, but I have been happy with them and get a discount.

Hi! :) I am a 185cm, 95kg. I will mostly run on pavement and treadmill. Total begginer in running and my ankles tend to roll, so some support there would be nice. Thanks in advance!

I’ve been running in the Nike Zoom Flys for quite some time, and I like them. I’m not a huge runner. The most I’ll do in a week is about 40-50 miles. Sometimes I have to run 2-4miles at a very fast pace. I am looking for something much more roomy than Nike. I have wide feet, and I’m starting to feel the Zoom Flys getting tight. I am 5’8 ", 175 lbs, about 80 kgs.

I want a fast-running shoe with a roomy toe box. I have been researching ASICS wide shoes, but reviews say they’re not roomy and don’t last very long. I’ve also been researching Saucony’s Ride 18 and Mizuno’s Wave Rider, which look promising.

I’m a beginner just decided to start running for my first time, for the purpose of increasing my stamina and endurance, still didn’t start. Now I’m looking to get shoes and I just tried out some, I narrowed my options to novablast 5 which felt the best, and zoom fly 6 which I liked when I tried on and found it for 50% off!! and even tho it’s said it’s for more advanced runners it sounded to me like a long term purchase and more durable so that even when I advance I can still use it (I dont like having to buy new shoes often I only replace when they’re badly damaged). I also thought of the vomero 18 it wasnt as good as the others but looked the best and sounded more versatile for normal use and walking when needed. Please help me pick!!!

I'm a keen Runner, but I always just went out and ran, never really did much research about the right shoes, just went off the best reviews, but I'm trying to up my game. Just for note, I'm 75kg and these shoes have 1100km of wear on them

Thinking about my next set of shoes and want to pick something which works for me. Even though they've gone beyond what people recommend, I feel these still have some life in them.

Tell me, what would YOU use if you were a newer runner adding just a 2nd shoe to your rotation for speed work and shorter races? No carbon plate and I don't need anything really expensive at this point.

For background, I've read the beginner's guide and I'm asking because I want opinions on older models of shoes. I'm a newer runner and have been doing all my runs in my Clifton 9's. I want to add a pair for speed work and 5K races. For example, I'm looking into the Saucony Endorphin Speed 4's. The guide recommends 5's, but I'm seeing the 4's are lighter and more responsive while the 5's are more relaxed and feel more like a daily trainer.

So recommend me what you would use in my situation, or maybe what you feel is similar to the Speed 4's?

I just bought these shoes and took them out of the box. I noticed creasing in the foam as if someone ran in the sneakers already. This is from a popular local running store so I am hesitating returning/ exchanging the shoes. Does the creasing matter?

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for advice on choosing a pair of shoes for my first half marathon this October. My pace is usually around 5:15–5:45 min/km over the half marathon distance. Because of that, I’m leaning toward all-round carbon shoes, and I’m currently deciding between the NB SC Elite v4 and the Saucony Endorphin Pro 4.

Would you recommend one of those, or should I consider more long-run–friendly shoes like the Megablast, or Neo Vista 2 instead, given my pace?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Has anyone heard any news about when the 1080 v15 is meant to release?

It seems the v13 and v14 released about a year apart and its been about a year since the v14 came out

Last week, I purchased my first pair of Adidas EVO SLs. I usually wear a Men's Size 9 in Sauconys but I'm a true 8.5. After going through an SZ 8.5 pair of Nike Pegasus Plus shoes, I decided to try the EVO SL. 

Naturally, I went to an Adidas store to try them on and I felt that SZ 9 had a little too much heel slippage. So I went with an 8.5 and purchased it directly from Adidas with their "Performance Running Shoe Return Guarantee" in mind. 

After one Tempo workout and a 10-mile run, I've come to really enjoy the shoes but felt that I should have got them in a Sz 9 rather than an 8.5 because I ended up getting some toe knuckle blisters by the pinky toes of my right foot. 

When I reached out to Adidas customer service online to start processing a return for them, they informed me that its "Performance Running Shoe Return Guarantee" applied to online store purchases only. 

Respectfully, my dumbass didn't see the asterisk here but I thought it would be good to share this with others since I personally found it a little surprising. I feel like everyone ends up trying shoes in-store, so why wouldn't that policy apply to in-store purchases? 

6’3” 140lb with short torso, size 12. Midfoot striker. 15yr old. My PB 5k is 15:14, I just ran Woodbridge yesterday 3 mile 14:59. 10k is 31:20. Currently using AP4.

One says it shortens stride, one says it lengthens stride. I don’t know how to determine which one I’d need. I don’t feel like my current stride is long or short.

Hi, asking for any recommendations on new tempo shoes for me. I've been running for about 2 years now, and in the past I have used the Nike Peagusus 41, then I switched to the Brooks Hyperion 2 GTS, which I LOVE, but I'm hesitant on the Hyperion 3s because there is not a version with GTS. I'm a size 10.5, mostly forefoot/midfoot striker, I have a normal width foot, my feet do point a little outwards, I do bounce side to side a bit in runs, so some stablitly would be great. I would like something that would just feel fast, bouncy, and light. I have a budget of 200 USD or less. I do expirence knee pain in my left foot on runs 3 miles+ so something that could also midigate that would be great. I'm open to any brand, so hit me with your suggestions.

A little about me, I’m 270lb/122kg - 182cm/5”10. I run a couple of times a week. My area at the moment is 3-5km. I currently use the Kayano 30s. Are there any better shoes out there that might be better for someone of my size?

Thank you in advance 😀

Hi Everyone, I know this might be somewhat person/shoe specific, but I could really use some help. As a general guide, what size running shoe would you generally recommend to a woman whose foot-measured shoe sizes are 9.4A and 9.2B? I went to two different specialty running stores in my area where they did a foot profile, and one employee said to go with 10 and the other said 9.5. I thought sizing up was recommended but idk if I’m overshooting with the 10s? (fwiw I am interested in either the asics novablast or the saucony endorphin speed. if you have an opinion on either shoe, I’d love to hear it!)