Skechers models

This is not what I expected from the thread’s title...

I've run in earlier versions of GoRun and they have been among my favourite shoes, cushioned enough for long runs and speedy enough for 5k runs. They've been spoilt by rubbish uppers in recent iterations, but the 7+ should be a return to form (They are not available in the UK, so I haven't tried them).

Since the GoRun uppers have been a let down, I've run in GoRun Ride 7 and 8 for long runs and Razor for shorter runs. The GoRun Ride 7 was a brilliant shoe for long run days, but the 8 has been a let down - it's a very dull uninspiring shoe in comparison.

So I'd definitely go for the GoRun 7+, it should be able to be everything the GoRun Ride 8 is, but better with added speed work.

I really like Skechers shoes, but I hate their availability. In the UK it's a real struggle to get hold of any of their performance shoes, so after 12 pairs of Skechers running shoes, I've finally moved away, and have started running in Reebok Floatride Run Fast shoes. The shoes are brilliant (more Razor contenders than GoRun, but I'm sure the Panthea would be a worthy contender) and in the UK we get ridiculous flash sales, I've got them for 70% (£33) and 50% (£55) off for the last two pairs.

Hope they come to the UK soon, tooniron - the Skechers GoRun 7+ Hyper is about as perfect of a trainer as I think is available. Especially at $130, I think it's probably the most dynamic trainer out there - would even prefer them over my beloved Turbo 2s. I gave my pair to a friend and miss them every day - may need to pick up another pair soon.

The Gorun 7+ is softer, bouncier, lighter, and more flexible than the Gorun Ride 8. The Ride 8 is quite firm and dull, but higher off the ground.

The Gorun 7+ is quite similar to the Saucony Freedom 3. I would throw the Reebok Floatride Panthea in there as a similar one too.

Wow, thank you all for the info-I am going to order the 7+ to try out!

Juice Springsteen wrote:

This is not what I expected from the thread’s title...

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I've run in many Skechers models in the past years. For the most part I love them. The Ride 8 was the biggest disappointment, didn't feel like hyper burst, stiff/dull/unresponsive, just a big bummer.

Gorun 7+ is great, super fun, I use it for long runs /recovery efforts. Definitely exactly what I was looking for in a daily trainer.

One more question... if both have hyperburst, and the ride 8 has a little more, how can they feel different? Shouldn’t the ride 8 be bouncier and softer?

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dikcheney wrote:

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Durometer of the foam

Sometimes when you have more stack height, it isn't necessarily softer. But I think they might be able to tweak the density/durometer/firmness of hyperburst as well. The Gorun Ride 8 feels like it has a heavier/firmer formulation of hyperburst. It feels firmer to the touch as well.

The other difference is the outsole/pod design. The Gorun 7+ has pods of midsole and rubber on the bottom that compress and rebound more. The pods aren't overly tall so that they compress too much and they act more as flex grooves/decoupling with a bit of added softness. This pod design can get a bit obnoxious underfoot when they take it too far. The Maxroad 4 pods runs too deep with a super aggressive rocker that feels like the arch is the peak of the shoe and the part that touches the ground . That shoe feels like it stabs into your arch and the pods are too awkward. Somehow it feels extremely bouncy but a bit energy sapping at the same time.

The Gorun Ride 8 has more of a flat design without any flex grooves or pods and the rubber runs horizontally across the shoe. The ride is just uninspired (ironically) and it isn't really that comfortable underfoot. The midsole feels like it doesn't compress at all or flex very much (I am pretty light though: 5'7" ~120). It doesn't have much of a rocker either.

dikcheney wrote:

I am currently in the GO run ride 8 but am interested in the GO run 7+. Has anyone tried both? I know the 7+ is lighter but they seem to have the same amount of midsole. Is the hyperburst different in one or the other? Or do they feel the same underfoot?

Thanks-

Roadtrailrun.com does always great comparison (pasted below from

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Jeff: Both fit true-to-size. The GRR8 has a more stable and cushioned ride (likely the result of the solid midsole, not one with pods/pillars) but it isn’t nearly as much fun to run. If you are a lighter runner looking for a trainer, I’d think you’d enjoy the GR7+ more, same if you are a heavier runner looking for something fast and fun. If you are looking for a smooth running well-cushioned trainer, you could do much worse than the GRR8.

Mac: The GRR8H just barely missed the mark for me; the midsole was just a little too much of a good thing. The GOrun7+, alternatively, perfectly hits the maximum amount of midsole that Hyperburst can be and still be called “amazing”.

Peter: The Ride 8 doesn’t excite me as much as the 7+

Derek: I wear true to size for both shoes. The GRR8 is a great shoe, but in terms of ride the GR7+ is just livelier and more fun. Well worth the price premium.

These could be a sleeper...better upper than GRR7, medium soft. I've heard about these being available at Skechers Stores if so I'll have to try.

I've been eyeing the GoMeb Speed 6 as a shorter race shoe because that's pretty much all we will have for awhile. Seen mixed reviews. I'm intrigued by the extra padding and midfoot plate that still comes in at a very light weight.

sub sub elite local hobby jogger wrote:

I've been eyeing the GoMeb Speed 6 as a shorter race shoe because that's pretty much all we will have for awhile. Seen mixed reviews. I'm intrigued by the extra padding and midfoot plate that still comes in at a very light weight.

I liked Speed 6 a lot. Sizing is its biggest downfall (I went up a full size and still lost a toenail). Still, it's a really snappy and fun shoe. Won my only Turkey Trot ever in them, actually.

Alberto's Dog wrote:

sub sub elite local hobby jogger wrote:

I've been eyeing the GoMeb Speed 6 as a shorter race shoe because that's pretty much all we will have for awhile. Seen mixed reviews. I'm intrigued by the extra padding and midfoot plate that still comes in at a very light weight.

I liked Speed 6 a lot. Sizing is its biggest downfall (I went up a full size and still lost a toenail). Still, it's a really snappy and fun shoe. Won my only Turkey Trot ever in them, actually.

I had to goodwill my Razors because the toe box was too pointy and cramping my 4th and 5th toe. Shame, I really liked the rest of the shoe but can’t run in them if the upper is godawfully uncomfortable.

Tugboat1980 wrote:

Alberto's Dog wrote:

I liked Speed 6 a lot. Sizing is its biggest downfall (I went up a full size and still lost a toenail). Still, it's a really snappy and fun shoe. Won my only Turkey Trot ever in them, actually.

I had to goodwill my Razors because the toe box was too pointy and cramping my 4th and 5th toe. Shame, I really liked the rest of the shoe but can’t run in them if the upper is godawfully uncomfortable.

I actually had a weird problem with the Razor 2 that caused irritation on my big toe joint every time I wore them and had to take a few days off to recover. I had to retire those shoes.