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Megablast + Evo SL or Superblast 3 + Evo SL for a marathon block until November ?

I have been using a rotation of SB2 and Novablast 4 and 5 for while now during training but they are all in the last moments of their lives and I'm in need for something new to use during my longer progressive sessions which often include some marathon tempo at the end while I keep my old rotation for shorter easier miles and downgrade my Adios Pro 4 from raceday shoes to full tempo and interval sessions.

So basically, any SB2 replacements?

Currently using Saucony endorphin speed 5 for track work like 400m repeats all the way up to 1k as well as tempo work. Basically all fast stuff track and road. Legs are wrecked after every session with them, they feel very firm for me at 6ft 95kg. Are there any good shoes for the same purpose but have much softer cushioning - specifically speed work as I don’t need them to do anything else, the rest of my rotation has it covered. Would a race shoe get the job done like NB elite v5 or other carbon racers and the like as if something was on sale and could justify the price as they do look like then have more foam or is that the wrong tool for the job. Any advice or knowledge would be greatly appreciated cheers

Hi,

I’m building my shoe rotation for a marathon training and would love some advice.

Current situation:

• I currently have a pair of Hoka Mach X2 with around 400 km on them. They’re not new anymore but still some life on it, so I’m thinking of using them only for shorter runs under 8 km.
• I recently bought the Adidas Adizero Evo SL at 50% off (i don't know yet if i should use it as daily trainer or raceday shoe).
• My current easy/base pace is around 5:50 min/km to 6:15 min/km.
• My marathon is on October 11, and my goal is sub 4 hours.
• I also plan to run an official half marathon halfway through my marathon training block.

My usual training includes:

• Easy/base runs: 40–60 min around 5:50/km to 6:15 min/km.
• Sprint sessions.
• Threshold runs.
• Long runs.

My questions:

1. Can the Adidas Evo SL realistically work as my marathon race day shoe for a sub 4 goal ?
2. If I use the Evo SL for tempo/threshold workouts during training, will I wear it out too much before race day ?
3. I’m considering the ASICS Superblast 3 or Nike Vomero Plus (Still hesitating between these two), does it works with the rotation ?
4. Would a carbon plated race shoe be worth it for my marathon, or is the Evo SL good enough ?
5. What would be the best shoes rotation for my marathon training based on my current shoes and goal ?

Thanks,

I would like a tempo/race shoe and then use my Novablast for my long and easy runs.

I was planning on getting the adidas Evo sl but should I get a carbon plated tempo/race shoe.

I don’t need stability as I am quite light and I’m a midsole/forefoot striker.

But I’m just thinking am I basically getting an adidas version of a Novablast, like can they both do the exact same thing compared to a proper tempo/race shoe.
Thanks

I've been running for about 18 months now.

My original shoe was your typical running store shoe: Asics Gel Kayano 31' - stability shoe. Served me well but when it was time for replacement i moved over to a trail shoe for winter.

Currently I have available:

Evo SL (around 200km on them)

Pegasus Trail (winter running shoe)

Metaspeeds Tokyo - (race shoe)

I cannot get on with the Evo Sl's ive put different insoles into them as it felt like stability was a massive issue with them, but even now, my feet feel completely battered when i take them off. They were good for speed but anythhing over 12km i start to feel it up my achilles.

What would you recommend as a replacement? I've ended up going down a rabbit hole of reearching superblasts and all sorts but i cannot find one that sticks.

Looking for a shoe that is a bit faster than my current daily for speed workouts and potential 5-10k race day shoe.

I'm about 6 months into running and have been training for a half marathon next weekend in NB 1080v14 (US size 11 2e). Has been an extremely comfortable shoe and I love them actually bought another pair to rotate with.

I have done quite of bit of research and shoe trying but have not been able to find a faster shoe that fit my feet well. It has been a challenge as there are not many wide options for a faster shoes.

Looking for recommendations. Ideally $150 USD and under but willing to go higher if it's a durable good value. I am open to older models if it means I can get at a discount.

Shoes I have tried:

Adidas Evo SL in size 11.5: toebox felt good but mid foot was noticably tight. Seems like a really fun shoe.

Hoka Mach 6 size 11 2e: mid foot felt ok, still a little tight. Main issue was the toe box was too tight, rubbing on my big toe.

NB rebel v5 size 11.5: felt really good in store even without the wide size not available to try on. Was planning on purchasing but read about durability issues and now I'm hesitant to buy.

Saucony Azura size 11.5: felt ok wish they made in a wide, seems like a fun shoe.

Hey everyone, as the NB 1080 v15 is on sale at the moment I was hoping to look into it. Not impressed with NB durability from previous models, but hoping the new foam has something in the SB2 ball park of longevity.

That being said, don’t need it to do crazy stuff as I’ll just be using it on easy days.

Comparing this to either the Novablast 5 (not ideal either as they have durability issues) or the SB3

After trying on many, many shoes I found exactly two that fit over my sea turtle feet and cover some other feet problems: Asics Novablast 5 and Saucony Endorphone Pro 4.

As if complicated feet is not enough I have Raynaud's syndrome. It's triggered by cold air on any exposed body part from the front and worsened when I can't keep hands and feet warm. Just running like crazy to get warm doesn't help, and sweaty feet or hands makes everything worse as well. The Novablast are fairly light and wind is kind of blowing through. The Saucony shoes will be a total catastrophe in that respect. The shoes I've used for years (and can't anymore due to a related injury) had suede over the toebox, which likely made a huge difference.

Are there other people like me? What's your solution for the colder months?

Hi all. I am trying unsuccessfully to find a place to buy the Do Win PB Pro. Seems to have vanished from Mulebuy. I had it in my wishlist there and now that's a dead link, and any attempt to search it returns the PB3/4/4.5, or the PB4 Elite. AliExpress seems to have a few but only in a very limited amount of sizes. Taobao itself has never been friendly to me.

Does this tend to happen with Chinese shoes, running low for a while and I can hope for a big restock? Or is it a sign that a new model is in the works? Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks to some advice on here recently I ended up getting the Superblast 2 and could not love them any more. They have transformed my running. Absolutely shocked at how much a good pair of shoes adds.

Now I am in the market for another pair. But given I don’t imagine having the resources to have several pairs, want to chose carefully.

Currently have;
- Asics Superblast 2
- Asics GT-2000 14

Am training for my next half marathon. I bought the Gel Nimbus 28 and had to sell them as they do not work on my feet and I had toe pain a few kms in.

What would be the logical third shoe to add here from the Asics lineup? Novablast? I absolutely hate the colour ways they have for them.

Any advice would help so much!

I am not in the market for a new show but since these Sonicblast dropped from 180 to 109, it's irrestable so I ordered one. I thought in should let the reddit community know as well if you are interested. It's a memorial day sale for the US market.

Question is if this is a good shoe in my rotations? I have Brooks Glycerin Max, Adidas Ultraboost 5 and Evo SL and for race day Nike Vaporfly 4.

Two weeks ago, I finished my second marathon! My goal was 3:10, but I crossed the line in just over 3:15. Still, I’m happy with the result considering I’ve improved from 3:35 last year.

However, I ran into an issue with my gear. I used my Salomon S/Lab Spectur, which I also wore for my first marathon. They had about 300km (200 miles) on them and looked fine visually. Around km 30, I started feeling sharp pain in my left toes and calves. After the race, I discovered that the carbon plate in the left shoe had snapped right at the midfoot and I destroyed two toes...

I’m now looking for a replacement. I’m a 44-year-old male, mostly midfoot striking and prefer well-cushioned shoes. Currently, I’m considering these options:

• Hoka Cielo X1
• Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3
• Saucony Endorphin Elite 2
• Mizuno Hyperwarp Elite (just checking current availability)

My current rotation:

• Daily Trainers: Puma ForeverRun Nitro, Nike Vomero 17.
• Tempo/Short Races: CEP Omnispeed Bowtech (double-plated). These work great for me up to a half-marathon, but I need something reliable for the full 42.2k distance.

Does anyone have experience with the options above, or do you have a specific recommendation for a well-cushioned marathon racer? Thanks in advance!