Skechers running shoes... is anyone buying these?

I tried them decent shoe but won't go back. Just felt like a shoe nothing special they were too soft and lacked pop.

what the hell is sketchers

2000s baby here btw haha

Actually about to write up a review for the Ride 7. Very good shoe.

Once they ditched the first gen rocker, The GoRun 2 was one of the softest, most comfortable minimalist shoes I've ever worn. Unfortunately, they weren't built for fast running--feedback was almost nonexistent. Great recovery/casual shoe, though.

Since then, it's been steady downhill of added stack height and overblown rubber outsoles (not to mention, so ugly and uninteresting, my grandpa turns his nose at them). The exception is the Speed line, but it is so stiff it feels like you are running on a 2x4 (last one I tried was the 3).

The GoMeb Speed 5 looks like an interesting update, but I'd wait until I see it at the outlet store for $40 and BOGO 50% off.

Just use the search tab and read the plethora of threads, we've been discussing the merits of Skechers or lack of for a few years now.

Can never buy anything from the same company that brought you ShapeUps

The GoRun Speed model is actually a great shoe that unfortunately gets no acclaim. The 2nd edition is legitimately one of my favorite running shoes ever, but the recent editions haven’t quite been as good. This new edition looks promising though, so I’ll probably give it a buy.

GoRunRide 2 is the best running shoe ever made.

That said, there were different runs of this shoe. The first one is the the best.

Saywhat2 wrote:

I tried them decent shoe but won't go back. Just felt like a shoe nothing special they were too soft and lacked pop.

exactly how I felt about the pair of skechers shoes I had modelled after Meb's racing flats (forget the name). They were just ok.

Well, since you asked, I'm a "serious" runner and I wear them exclusively now. I was a big Saucony fan but have totally switched to Skechers: GoRun 5 or 6 on most days, GoRun Ride 7 for the occasional day when I want something more cushioned than the GoRun, and GoMeb Speed 5 for road races. I didn't think the racing flats were light enough until the new Speed 5, which I really like. Lots of people also like the GoMeb Razor as a performance trainer -- it's very similar to the GoRun except that it's firmer -- but I prefer the softer ride of the GoRun. I also like that Skechers' prices aren't too nuts. No $150 (or $250) shoes to be found in their portfolio. Finally, I like that the trainers are finished in such a way that you can comfortably wear them with or without the insole, depending on your preference. I generally remove the insoles for a lower drop and to create more volume inside the shoe for my feet.

MC Try Yo Best wrote:

Skechers seems to STILL be putting in an effort with their “performance” line and signing some big names to promote their brand. Some of their recent shoes have been well reviewed too (Go Ride 7).

Are any hobby joggers or even more serious runners actually wearing their running shoes? There certainly still seems to be a stigma.

I wear Skechers wrote:

GoRunRide 2 is the best running shoe ever made.

That said, there were different runs of this shoe. The first one is the the best.

I run in Crocs, great training shoes and the chicks dig me in them at the senior center.

I tried Skechers GOmeb Strada 2 and I enjoyed these shoes. They have lessened the impact on my ankles and knees. But now I replaced it buy Nike Air Max Torch 4 because my Skechers outdated.

I run most of my 50-60 mpw on pavement. I rotate Skechers GoRun 400s and NB 1400s for the last couple of years. The GoRun 400s are a great minimalist shoe that are ridiculously cheap online (~$30-$50) with good cushioning for pavement running.

It's probably just my ankle bone but I find the GRR7s to rub the side of my ankle post run it almost feels like a sprain! And I really wanted to like this shoe

no one is buying them. they're not real running shoes, they're cheaply made, low quality department store shoes.

lazyboi wrote:

no one is buying them. they're not real running shoes, they're cheaply made, low quality department store shoes.

Which models have you tried that you didn't like?