What shoes you wearing now and what next?

Swiper the fox

My Endorphin speed arrived this morning, too late for my run but I've got a really good feeling about them, just wearing them about the house now. Amazing cushioning and comfort for something which appears so light, lovely bounce off them.

Rossi7

Swiper the fox wrote: »

My Endorphin speed arrived this morning, too late for my run but I've got a really good feeling about them, just wearing them about the house now. Amazing cushioning and comfort for something which appears so light, lovely bounce off them.

Still waiting on mine to arrive, ordered off Amphibian King a week ago and still have not received them from the Republic of Bray. Must be boarder checks :rolleyes:

FinnC

Swiper the fox wrote: »

My Endorphin speed arrived this morning, too late for my run but I've got a really good feeling about them, just wearing them about the house now. Amazing cushioning and comfort for something which appears so light, lovely bounce off them.

Enjoy, they are awesome, probably my favourite shoe ever.
I ordered ASICS Novablast as someone posted a link saying they were €90 in Lifestyle and they arrived today looking forward to taking them out tonight.

Laineyfrecks

FinnC wrote: »

Enjoy, they are awesome, probably my favourite shoe ever.
I ordered ASICS Novablast as someone posted a link saying they were €90 in Lifestyle and they arrived today looking forward to taking them out tonight.

I'm on my 2nd pair, actually ran in them this morning! I love them.

Glencarraig

Rossi7 wrote: »

Still waiting on mine to arrive, ordered off Amphibian King a week ago and still have not received them from the Republic of Bray. Must be boarder checks :rolleyes:

I do believe that AK were expecting a Saucony delivery in "early January"

4Ad

FinnC wrote: »

Enjoy, they are awesome, probably my favourite shoe ever.
I ordered ASICS Novablast as someone posted a link saying they were €90 in Lifestyle and they arrived today looking forward to taking them out tonight.

My Novablast arrived this evening, lovely looking shoe, they feel firm underfoot but I have seen (Edd Budd on Youtube) that they take 20-30 miles to 'soften' up....
I'll take them out tomorrow, the excitement...

The Speeds are some shoes alright...

Rossi7

Glencarraig wrote: »

I do believe that AK were expecting a Saucony delivery in "early January"

Yeah, something tells me they have over sold what they had in stock. Still not received any shipping details from them despite assurances over the phone they've shipped

eposhea

Just bought a pair of New Balance Fuelcell Rebel last night. €96 direct from NB.

They ship from distribution centre in Netherlands too, in case some didn't know! No customs etc!

Been watering all Nike for about 18 months and looking forward to trying these!

Swashbuckler

eposhea wrote: »

Just bought a pair of New Balance Fuelcell Rebel last night. €96 direct from NB.

They ship from distribution centre in Netherlands too, in case some didn't know! No customs etc!

Been watering all Nike for about 18 months and looking forward to trying these!

Really enjoyed the Rebel before retiring it. Could do a lot with it - easy, tempo, even speedwork, possibly races too. I probably should have sized up a half size as I found it a little snug in the toe box. Only other minor complaint was the heel of the shoe which seems to have a little plastic support inside the lining which, over time, cut through a little and agitated my heel.

eposhea

Swashbuckler wrote: »

Really enjoyed the Rebel before retiring it. Could do a lot with it - easy, tempo, even speedwork, possibly races too. I probably should have sized up a half size as I found it a little snug in the toe box. Only other minor complaint was the heel of the shoe which seems to have a little plastic support inside the lining which, over time, cut through a little and agitated my heel.

Yea, I went a half size up in the end - friend recommended the same. All my Nikes are 11.5/EU47, so stuck with EU 47 which is a 12 in New Balance - see how they go.

Nothing worse than something on a shoe that you don't like...the eyelets on my Peg 36 really dig into me after about 10km, so they are resigned to shorter runs!

CR 7

I tried out my recently purchased Nike React Milers last night, 6miles easy after about a week off. They feel a good bit smoother than the Pegasus I've used almost exclusively for the last few years. The Pegasus almost make you want to run fast, with these it's the opposite and I found it much easier to keep the pace in check. I'll use these for anything 6miles and up and rotate out the Pegasus with the shorter and faster stuff.

I ended up ordering another pair of the Milers from Nike yesterday as they're available again for €78, and the Zoom Fly pair I ordered last week just arrived this morning so I've been getting my coffee 4% faster all day (or whatever they're supposed to do).

Swashbuckler

CR 7 wrote: »

I tried out my recently purchased Nike React Milers last night, 6miles easy after about a week off. They feel a good bit smoother than the Pegasus I've used almost exclusively for the last few years. The Pegasus almost make you want to run fast, with these it's the opposite and I found it much easier to keep the pace in check. I'll use these for anything 6miles and up and rotate out the Pegasus with the shorter and faster stuff.

I ended up ordering another pair of the Milers from Nike yesterday as they're available again for €78, and the Zoom Fly pair I ordered last week just arrived this morning so I've been getting my coffee 4% faster all day (or whatever they're supposed to do).

I don't think you get the 4% with the zoom fly

After trying out a few of the other Nike shoes (amongst other brands too) I'm not sure I'd ever buy pegasus again.

dave_o_brien

Swashbuckler wrote: »

I don't think you get the 4% with the zoom fly

After trying out a few of the other Nike shoes (amongst other brands too) I'm not sure I'd ever buy pegasus again.

Go on...

FinnC

Swashbuckler wrote: »

I don't think you get the 4% with the zoom fly

After trying out a few of the other Nike shoes (amongst other brands too) I'm not sure I'd ever buy pegasus again.

I bought the most recent one the 37 is it? Do not like it at all. Big and clunky. I find even walking in them is uncomfortable.
Will do for wearing while cutting the grass maybe during the summer...:)

Swashbuckler

dave_o_brien wrote: »

Go on...

Well a lot of people seem to default to pegasus but even within Nike there are (only in my opinion) better options. The infinity react is far superior in my eyes. Epic react I also prefer to the pegasus.
Outside of Nike there are a few I'd pick ahead of the Pegasus. I still think the NB Fuelcell rebel are a suitable replacement to pegasus although not all would agree. 1080v10 is far superior too. By all accounts Asics Novablast is a lovely shoe.

Nuttzz

Appreicate any help with this.

Years ago I ran with Hoka Vanquish 2's for long runs, they were very comfy but with a large heel drop, they have stopped making them and I subsequently got Hoka Clifton 4's which didnt agree with me at all and I donated them to my brother after 50km

I since moved to Nike running in epic reacts or peg37s but I dont find them as comfy after say mile 15 compared to the vanquish, any body suggest an up to date comparative shoe to the vanquish?

dave_o_brien

Swashbuckler wrote: »

Well a lot of people seem to default to pegasus but even within Nike there are (only in my opinion) better options. The infinity react is far superior in my eyes. Epic react I also prefer to the pegasus.
Outside of Nike there are a few I'd pick ahead of the Pegasus. I still think the NB Fuelcell rebel are a suitable replacement to pegasus although not all would agree. 1080v10 is far superior too. By all accounts Asics Novablast is a lovely shoe.

Only through 30k-ish on my new epic reacts. Compared to my Peg 36's, they seem less snappy but far more comfortable. Glad to get your opinion; have wanted to try NB's too so will keep an eye on those models

Swashbuckler

dave_o_brien wrote: »

Only through 30k-ish on my new epic reacts. Compared to my Peg 36's, they seem less snappy but far more comfortable. Glad to get your opinion; have wanted to try NB's too so will keep an eye on those models

It's all a matter of taste really but 1080 v10 are a lovely shoe... Pricey but you'll often see deals.

crisco10

Am following this thread with interest at the moment, have been thru a variety of Pegs since I had the 29's years ago. But definitely not as impressed with the most recent versions. Currently trying a pair of Vomero's which I got in one of the sales before Christmas. Clunky enough, but nice for easy/long running.
And now on the look out for something a bit lighter for tempos/sorta long runs etc.

dave_o_brien

crisco10 wrote: »

Am following this thread with interest at the moment, have been thru a variety of Pegs since I had the 29's years ago. But definitely not as impressed with the most recent versions. Currently trying a pair of Vomero's which I got in one of the sales before Christmas. Clunky enough, but nice for easy/long running.
And now on the look out for something a bit lighter for tempos/sorta long runs etc.

I think I'm on the same path as you...

Until recently, I used either Adidas Supernova's or Nike Peg's as do-it-all shoes. I'm not as serious a runner as a lot on here, so they always did the job and I didn't think too much about them. Last year, my mileage went up and the Peg 36's felt less of an all-rounder and more suited to modestly quick 5k's. I've since gotten the Miler's and Infinity React's; both are cushy, steady but lack snap. My Peg's have another couple of months in them, but after that I think I'll want something more purposeful for shorter tempo/ quick runs as the Milers are great for recovery and the Infinity's are lovely for steady 10k+ runs.

Swashbuckler

Seems to happen a lot of people as they run more and more. The runners that used to do them just grand don't cut it anymore. I used to run in random asics from lifestyle. Then as time went on I wouldn't dream of touching off them. Now we seem to be in a time where runners that would have been considered great shoes are relegated to the bench. I used the example a few times on here. My adios 4 would have been my racer of choice two years ago. Now I probably wouldn't dream of using them racing. They've become a session shoe for me.

For uptempo stuff I'm a big fan of adios 3 and 4, fuelcell rebel would be well suited, if you're willing to spend money endorphin speed seems to be getting rave reviews.

Beep beep is the go to person though! Biggest selection of shoes I've ever seen.

dowling06

FinnC wrote: »

Enjoy, they are awesome, probably my favourite shoe ever.
I ordered ASICS Novablast as someone posted a link saying they were €90 in Lifestyle and they arrived today looking forward to taking them out tonight.

I ordered a pair yesterday and I'm still yet to get a dispatch mail. Did you get one? Supposed to be delivered today but my order status says being processed. The money came out of my account for them.

sav1

dowling06 wrote: »

I ordered a pair yesterday and I'm still yet to get a dispatch mail. Did you get one? Supposed to be delivered today but my order status says being processed. The money came out of my account for them.

I ordered a pair on Tuesday at 12 and they arrived yesterday at 11!:D

MY BAD

Swashbuckler wrote: »

After trying out a few of the other Nike shoes (amongst other brands too) I'm not sure I'd ever buy pegasus again.

Funny you should say that, I was too a big fan of the Pegasus range. But like you I've drifted a bit away from them. I didn't buy the 37 but had a good few 35s and 36. The Epic react 2 seems to be my go to easy Nike shoe or even the Turbo 2.

Laineyfrecks

My Endorphin speed arrived today! 1st impressions are very good. A lovely light enough runner, very comfy & a good bit of bounce considering I was just walking around the kitchen! Looking forward to running in them.

eposhea

Not sure if posted yet - but Elverys have a sale and you can use ADD15OFF for an additional 15% off. They have some good shoes in the sale too - Brooke, On Running, Nike etc.

Pair of On Cloud Swift for €102 for example - usually €160

https://www.elverys.ie/saleCategorypage

Swashbuckler

eposhea wrote: »

Not sure if posted yet - but Elverys have a sale and you can use ADD15OFF for an additional 15% off. They have some good shoes in the sale too - Brooke, On Running, Nike etc.

Pair of On Cloud Swift for €102 for example - usually €160

https://www.elverys.ie/saleCategorypage

Novablast size 9 for 90 quid!

Gmak2442

I'm starting to need new shoes. I will get some maybe later when the virus will be less powerful. I want half class shoes; just like now.

Swashbuckler

MY BAD wrote: »

Funny you should say that, I was too a big fan of the Pegasus range. But like you I've drifted a bit away from them. I didn't buy the 37 but had a good few 35s and 36. The Epic react 2 seems to be my go to easy Nike shoe or even the Turbo 2.

I had the 34, 35 and 36. Didn't get the 37. The 35 would have been my favourite out of the three. I have a pair of 36 and I use them for easy long runs. Can't imagine using them for anything else. Put the epic react, infinity react and Pegasus 36 in front of me and I'll pick the infinity every time.

crisco10

Swashbuckler wrote: »

I had the 34, 35 and 36. Didn't get the 37. The 35 would have been my favourite out of the three. I have a pair of 36 and I use them for easy long runs. Can't imagine using them for anything else. Put the epic react, infinity react and Pegasus 36 in front of me and I'll pick the infinity every time.

I've a pair of 35's that I still love. They're long retired (after >1000km)but I have rebranded them as slippers. They were too comfy to get relegated to "gardening".