Reebok Forever Floatride Energy

Luc wrote:

Also 1/2 size down compared to Hoka tracer, Hoka Evo Carbon?

I can't comment on that, as I have not run in any Hoka's. 1/2 size down from my other current shoes (Epic React, Floatride Run Fast, Skechers Razor 3 Hyper). I have 9.5s in those shoes and 9 for the Forever Floatride Energy. I guess I fit the 9.5 in the Vomero 14, Zoom Fly Flyknit, and Vaporfly Flyknit also.

Other comparisons:

I have a 10 in the Pegasus Turbo and a 10 in the Freedom Iso 1.

Luc wrote:

Also 1/2 size down compared to Hoka tracer, Hoka Evo Carbon?

Definitely half size down from Carbon Rocket, NB Beacon, & Freedoms.

Just had my first run in these. Bopping along aerobic HR, 6.15mi 8:08 pace.

Not really sure what I was expecting. I have both the GoRun Ride 7 and the Beacon, only mentioning them since theJeff mentions them in his RTR review, I don't think I'd lump this in with those? This seemed WAY firmer. I went out for an easy run and the shoe felt like, as theJeff's review says, something that I should have "fun" in picking up the pace.

I forced heel lock lacing despite the super short laces, really had to pull down and couldn't double-knot, so yeah I agree that the laces could be longer.

Regardless of where this shoe ends up being used in my rotation, it's absurd at the $70 that you should be able to get it at given how often Reebok coupon codes come around.

Luc wrote:

Also 1/2 size down compared to Hoka tracer, Hoka Evo Carbon?

I found the Carbons a 1/2 size big too, so I wear 11.5 true to size and these would be 11, like the carbons

Hi,

So the Reebok has a firm feel, I thought it may have a plush feel been similar to boost/everrun. I found the new saucony triumph iso 5 to firm. How firm are they? Hopefully not like a brick? Would they be okay as a daily trainer with enough cushion and plushness for a long run. Is there good shock absorbtion as well? I do like the softness of the epic reacts, skechers gorun 7. Is the uppers very breathable as I found the skechers gorun 7's a bit hot in summer months?

Thanks

Cheers

Steve

Hi,

I am usely 10.5 foot and buy 11 for running shoes, what size would suit me for the Reebok forever floatride energy. I usely put my own insoles in, can you remove the reebok ones easily?.

How does it compare with other daily trainers like the Brook glycerins, Nike vomeros, Saucony triumphs for cushioning and plushness levels. Thanks.

Cheers

Steve

stevenn wrote:

Hi,

I am usely 10.5 foot and buy 11 for running shoes, what size would suit me for the Reebok forever floatride energy. I usely put my own insoles in, can you remove the reebok ones easily?.

How does it compare with other daily trainers like the Brook glycerins, Nike vomeros, Saucony triumphs for cushioning and plushness levels. Thanks.

Cheers

Steve

Based on your other shoe choices, this would probably be more of a tempo shoe and less of a daily/easy day shoe for you.

Hi,

I do use the beacon for uptempo as it as plenty of cushioning - but for shorter distances. The skechers gorun ride 7 for a bit longer but upper a bit hot in summer. How does the reebok compare with them for cushion levels, breathability of the upper and would it be also be a better as a longer running shoe. Cheers Steve

Hi, guys. How does the Forever feel compared to the Boston? I'm liking the Boston for a daily trainer, it's not bulky like most trainers and very no-nonsense. Does the Forever feel more substancial? How about the fit (sizing aside)? Will it be more durable than the Boston? Thanks.

Mizuno fanboy wrote:

Hi, guys. How does the Forever feel compared to the Boston? I'm liking the Boston for a daily trainer, it's not bulky like most trainers and very no-nonsense. Does the Forever feel more substantial? How about the fit (sizing aside)? Will it be more durable than the Boston? Thanks.

The shoes are fairly similar. However, the Forever feels more cushioned in the forefoot. There is no EVA layer in the shoe. The TPE midsole is full-length, so you get that smooth bouncy feel everywhere. There isn't that feeling of lacking Boost in the forefoot, and it doesn't feel thin and overly firm in the forefoot. The drop is the same, the weight is similar in a half size down, but it is all the Boost-like material in the midsole. This works because the Reebok version is lighter and firmer than

Boost. It does not feel wild or unstable at all.

Overall, I think this shoe is better than the Boston for sure. The forefoot doesn't feel as thin, so the shoe works better as a daily trainer. This is all while being basically the same weight and cheaper. The midsole has a nice balance of firm and soft, is bouncy, and not unstable. It will function better as a daily shoe, and will just as competently pick up the pace.

The best way I can describe the midsole/ride is the drop/shape and heel cushioning of the Boston, and the cushioning in the forefoot in between the Freedom Iso 1 and Freedom Iso 2. This is all with a lighter weight cushioning, and the firmness closer to the Everun in the Freedom Iso.

The upper is lightweight, simple, and no-nonsense.

Hi,

I see the Reebok has become an editors pick as the most versatile running shoe in a Canadian magazine , see link:

https://www.pressreader.com/canada/canadian-running/20190215/282501479866671

Cheers

Steve

I gotta say, this shoe - much like the NB Beacon - arrived with very little fanfare, and it is gonna turn out to be one of the best shoes of the year. Credit to Cheese for "discovering" it.

PS - and lol @ the masses who won't end of trying it because it is from Reebok.

Hi,

Its the same with skechers , its only a lifestyle shoe, yer right :)

but the skechers go run ride 7 took over from my saucony triumph's. The beacon took over from my saucony freedoms. I must try these reeboks.

Cheers

Steve

theJeff wrote:

I gotta say, this shoe - much like the NB Beacon - arrived with very little fanfare, and it is gonna turn out to be one of the best shoes of the year. Credit to Cheese for "discovering" it.

PS - and lol @ the masses who won't end of trying it because it is from Reebok.

I had to try it when I saw the stats on the shoe. My love for the Floatride Run Fast instilled some trust in me. Reebok and Skechers are both on a roll. My lineup consists of: Nike Epic React /Reebok Forever Floatride Energy for daily runs and Skechers Razor 3/Reebok Floatride Run Fast for speed days.

The Forever Floatride Energy makes a better alternative to the Pegasus Turbo too I think. They both are that lightweight, bouncy, and daily-trainer cushioned shoe. However, the Reebok will be more durable, $80 cheaper, not as soft (not mushy), and way more stable.

These are back to $70 on the Reebok site with promo code 'FAM' (30% off code).

Thanks for that detailed reply! Very useful.

Hi,

A new article in a canadian magazine, see link:

https://runningmagazine.ca/sections/gear/shoe-review-reebok-forever-floatride-energy/

I think I might have to check this shoe out .

Cheers

Steve

$60 SHIPPED right now on reebok.com with code 40BACK. Remember to size down.

I like the shoe, decent daily trainer or for a quicker tempo run.

Like others have said, I was a half size down. Had to return my first pair because they were definitely too big.