My daily training shoes always get totally smushed in the forefoot after just a couple weeks of training. I'm a heavier runner (175 lbs) but running shoes really should last longer than that.
Standard EVA like the Hoka Clifton is smushed after 50 miles. Nike React is a little better, lasting more like 100-150 miles.
Is there a good lightweight trainer / foam combo on the market that can stand up to 300 miles? Saucony PWRRUN? New Balance FuelCell?
Atreyu artist is Incredibly durable. Not sure about their other models.
Adidas Boost shoes were always great for durability, shame they're phasing that foam out. The stuff in the Saucony Triumph is pretty similar though.
The Skechers Performance 2023 lineup is amazing and will go 600+ miles. Razor 4, Ride 11, Max Road 6.
Saucony triumph + endorphin speed have long lasting foams. Reebok Symmetro has similarly dense and durable foam, I suggest both for durability.
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My daily training shoes always get totally smushed in the forefoot after just a couple weeks of training. I'm a heavier runner (175 lbs) but running shoes really should last longer than that.
Standard EVA like the Hoka Clifton is smushed after 50 miles. Nike React is a little better, lasting more like 100-150 miles.
Is there a good lightweight trainer / foam combo on the market that can stand up to 300 miles? Saucony PWRRUN? New Balance FuelCell?
I have at least 300 miles on a pair of NC Fuel Cell Rebel v3. Still feel okay.
Maybe look at how you are running and landing because I don't think they should be destroyed after 50-150 miles, even if the foam isn't that great.
I agree with trackchick. React foam should not be blown out that quickly. It's a TPE based foam. Not EVA. It should be durable.
Im also 175 and run mostly in Infinity Reacts. They last about 500 miles for me but I’m more of a heel striker.
Mizunos in my experience are built like tanks.
I'm about your weight and my Wave Ultimas (retired now) are still bouncy with no wear.
They are a bit heavy but dependable.