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The intended purpose of the megablast is a workout shoe. It’s best suited for uptempo, marathon pace or even threshold workouts (not easy runs).

But at that price point, I’m struggling to understand the value. I’m in Switzerland, so maybe the pricing is different elsewhere, but here I can often find actual racers for less. For example, some colorways of the Adios Pro 4 are more than $80 cheaper than the Megablast.

I know durability is usually the argument against training in racers, but some modern racing shoes seem pretty durable too. The AP4, for example, doesn’t seem like a shoe that falls apart quickly.

So my question is: if a trainer costs more than a racer, why not just do most of your hard workouts in the racer? You’d get the same feel you’ll have on race day, and in some cases you’d even spend less.

Am I missing something with the Megablast? Is the appeal mainly durability, comfort, versatility, or just that people don’t want to train in carbon-plated shoes all the time?

Edit: I’m a light runner (60kg) with 2:47 M / 1:14 HM. Midfoot / heel striker
I am considering buying a new pair of shoes for my hard sessions. I had a pair of AP4 and they last about 800km. After the 500k they’re less bouncier but still work thanks to the CPU outsole. However I was just wondering whether I should pick up another pair of AP4 or try megablast instead.
I can understand other super trainers like EVO SL or Saucony Azura. But I’m just not sure if the MB really worth it since it’s much more expensive than others in this category.

The intended purpose of the megablast is a workout shoe. It’s best suited for uptempo, marathon pace or even threshold workouts (not easy runs).

But at that price point, I’m struggling to understand the value. I’m in Switzerland, so maybe the pricing is different elsewhere, but here I can often find actual racers for less. For example, some colorways of the Adios Pro 4 are more than $80 cheaper than the Megablast.

I know durability is usually the argument against training in racers, but some modern racing shoes seem pretty durable too. The AP4, for example, doesn’t seem like a shoe that falls apart quickly.

So my question is: if a trainer costs more than a racer, why not just do most of your hard workouts in the racer? You’d get the same feel you’ll have on race day, and in some cases you’d even spend less.

Am I missing something with the Megablast? Is the appeal mainly durability, comfort, versatility, or just that people don’t want to train in carbon-plated shoes all the time?