Would you buy/train in Sketchers now?

Earlier this year, I started getting shoes/gear from Skechers.

Meb was really the reason I considered them in the first place. I had asked him about their shoes at USA Half Champs in 2013, he had good things to say (of course), and he performs well in them, so I gave them a try.

The racing flat is great, I really like it. It's as good, if not better than pretty much anything I've worn previously. It's pretty responsive, yet there's enough cushion to protect your legs over a half marathon to marathon.

The GoRun Ride 3 was another shoe that really pleasantly surprised me. It's pretty light too, (around 7oz) but it feels like you're running on a lightweight cushion. It seriously feels like my forefoot has little pillows beneath the pads of my feet. I really like running in them. I remember my first run in these shoes was supposed to be a 6 mile easy run, but I did 9 because of how good my feet felt.

Their shorts are awesome, old school styled split seems, and the jerseys look badass and have a good cut, just long so you have to tuck them in.

So yes, I highly advocate skechers. They're awesome and I'll stick by them and Meb

I've been running for 38 years and have tried most everything. I've had the best luck with Nike Frees, Vomero, Air Mariah, Pegasus; Saucony Tayas; adidas Oregon and Atlanta; New Balance 620 & 730; Asics Epirus; Converse Equinox.

The shoe I liked best was an early version of the Free.

If you like light weight, flexible, soft shoes and don't need motion control or stability gimmicks try Skechers. They make really good shoes. (The performance running shoes, not the knock off stuff)

I've had the Ultra since Feb. and they have given my legs new life.

BostonChris4 wrote:

Even with Mebs win I do not consider them a serious option when I am looking for a new training or racing shoe. How does everyone else feel? Has Meb winning changed your thoughts or feeling on Sketchers?

Why don't you consider them a serious option? I think they're fantastic and keep getting better with each successive model. They're also getting rave reviews from the hardcore shoe people. They aren't weird or polarizing like some other off-brands (Hokas, Newtons, Altras, etc.). They have difference models to fit whatever you're looking for. The M-Strike technology isn't near as noticeable on their latest models (as compared to the originals)- I think you'd be pleasantly surprised. They're also super light- between my GoRuns, GoMeb Speeds, and GoRun Rides, they all weigh between 5.9 ounces-7 ounces (I've weighed them at home). They make the shoes so you can wear them with or without the insoles. We're talking lightweight trainers for under 7 ounces! They're legit shoes and worth any serious runner's [reasonable] money.

I have tried the Go Run 3 and I find them unsuitable for anything but treadmill running. The foam, while fairly thick, is so compressible it offers zero cushioning. And the lump under the midfoot is ridiculous. If they had something firmer and without the stupid lump, it might actually be suitable for use as a trainer on the roads.

hear me out bro wrote:

I have tried the Go Run 3 and I find them unsuitable for anything but treadmill running. The foam, while fairly thick, is so compressible it offers zero cushioning. And the lump under the midfoot is ridiculous. If they had something firmer and without the stupid lump, it might actually be suitable for use as a trainer on the roads.

Sounds like you got the wrong shoe for your personal preference- if you wanted something softer, you should have gotten the Go Run Rides. If you're wanting firmer, go with the GoMeb Speeds. The GoRuns feel more like a racer to me (or a light light trainer), although the GoMeb Speeds are even firmer and poppier/stiffer (but actually heavier than the GoRuns). The M-Strike isn't even noticeable to me, at least compared to the originals. I think they feel really good and haven't had problems.

Where do you get the shorts? I tried looking on their website for running apparel and couldn't find them.

I ordered my first pair yesterday! Go Run 2

I got a pair of GoRuns on a whim a few years ago because I'm a Meb fan, they were really cheap (like $40), and they were very flexible with a soft heel counter, which I need. The lump in the middle took a little getting used to but after that they were great and I've had GoRuns and GoRun2s in my rotation since. They don't last that long but I can still get them cheap (more like $60 now on special at the local Skechers store) so I don't mind. And they're ugly - they should stop hiring blind people to pick their colors - but so what.

hear me out bro wrote:

I have tried the Go Run 3 and I find them unsuitable for anything but treadmill running. The foam, while fairly thick, is so compressible it offers zero cushioning. And the lump under the midfoot is ridiculous. If they had something firmer and without the stupid lump, it might actually be suitable for use as a trainer on the roads.

I wouldn't like that at all. Putting anything excessive under the arch is a bad thing to do and means I would not be interested in the shoe.

J.R. wrote:

I wouldn't like that at all. Putting anything excessive under the arch is a bad thing to do and means I would not be interested in the shoe.

Do you believe everything you read? There is nothing excessive under the arch with the GoRuns. I felt like that guy's post was quite the contrast, as compared to my own experience. You should try them for yourself and be your own judge. There's an older guy on here JR like yourself who said the Ultras have gotten him back running pain-free.

Too many sketcher fanboys are replying to this thread. Something shady is going on.

Meb just had a serious pay day. He's hired a small army of people to patrol these boards and promote Sketchers.

Yes, why not.

Just put them on your feet and decide for yourself. They are different than anything else out there right now. The racer is firm and fast. The trainers are low to the ground but still soft and forgiving without all the techy stability shit most shoes have. They let your foot do whatever the hell it wants but puts a nice forgiving slab of foam underneath. If the pros see value in training on soft surfaces, then why wouldn't there be value in a soft training shoe (like the Pegasus or Vomero) for those stuck on pavement? I own a run specialty shop...and am putting my money where my mouth is...will be in inventory very soon.

I have two pairs one blue and one red. I love them, way better than paying for overpriced asics

Can the BroJos check the ips in this thread?

The reviews here seem too exclusively positive.

I might buy a pair of Skechers, but wouldn't dream of trying to run in a pair of people making rough drawings of stuff.

I like them for tempo work or speed work. However, I am a bigger runner and I don't find them comfortable for regular runs or races on asphalt. But I can probably say the same about Newtons. Granted, Sketchers are half the price of Newtons.