My Lunar Racer 2s are shot and I need a replacement. I use these as an every day trainer. The new Lunar Racers aren't going to work because they blister the hell out of my Achilles tendons.
This Lunar Racer Vengeance looks like the Luna Racer 2, but isn't in the tech line, it's touted as more of a fashion shoe. has anyone tried these as a daily trainer and how would you compare them to the other Lunar Racers ?
Thanks in advance.
Nikeman - Lunar Vengeance is part of Nike's Sportswear line and has not been designed or tested for performance use.
I'm aware of that. I talked to the designers at Nike and the midsole is basically the Lunar Racer 2 and the upper is different. I have a pair coming. I'll let you know how they work out.
I also use the Lunar Racer as a daily trainer. 2-3 pair of the first version, 2 pair of the LR2 and now a couple hundred miles on the newest (throwback?). I find the newest version to be more narrow in the toebox than the previous offerings. I actually went up a 1/2 size but still have issues with the small toe, left foot rolling up under the others. A thin sock helps somewhat.
Do post up how it works out for you. Looks like a Cortex-type throwback glued to a Lunalon midsole. Maybe ok for a few miles but I don't think I'd go to the track or anything more than 5-6 in it with better technology out there
The newer version of the Lunar Racers blister the hell out of my achilles tendons. The originals did that at first, but the problem went away. I like the LR 2 as a trainer, just because it was a bit more supportive and durable. Anxious to see how the Vengeance compares.
nikeman. i'm in the exact same boat as you. i loved the LR2. the most recent LR absolutely destroy my feet. I simply cannot run in them. so definitely let me know how the LR Vengeance work out. Thanks.
I agree with the previous posts, the new lunaracer tears up my feet I noticed the lining is abrasive compared to the lunaracer 1 ? . I also had to buy a shoe stretcher because they were narrow. Why is it that Nike makes such good shoes but they seem to lack in quality control and sizing. Its so hit and miss. With Asics or Brooks I always order the same size and just know they will fit , but not Nike. very frustrating!