List of Boost-ish TPU midsole running shoes. Whatcha got?

whad do i know wrote:

theJeff wrote:

I found the Zante 4s incredibly, un-runably harsh.

In the garbage at 100 miles I dunno if the hype was for the first model or what

Yes 100miles might be correct for all models.

I put the Razor 3s on backorder, expecting them Nov 22. Just received an email from RW that they will arrive tomorrow.

Well now.

theJeff wrote:

I put the Razor 3s on backorder, expecting them Nov 22. Just received an email from RW that they will arrive tomorrow.

Well now.

Anxious to hear what you think.

I liked the Razor 1. Good cushion for such light weight. Not super responsive.

The Razor 2 with the FlightGen midsole was more responsive but seem to deaden out after not many miles.

So now they're onto a third midsole material.

I am telling you to order the Skechers Razor 3. Right now.

6.4oz. 20/24mm. Over an ounce lighter than the Beacon or the ERacer.

The spring in the shoe is phenomenal. The VF4% is the only thing that comes close. Significantly better than the Floatride Fast. (Ok, "better" doesn't say much. The Fast is borderline harsh. The Razor is much softer, which normally I wouldn't like, but it is like running on a trampoline.

Plenty of outsole rubber should lead to great durability. The upper is the best offering from Skechers by a long shot. Seamless, with just the right amount of stretch so that you feel secure.

I see this as a long distance racer. I doubt I will waste many training miles on this - if any - even though Skechers Performance says it is 30% more durable than its previous FlightGen midsole.

Skechers Performance is the most innovative company in the game right now not named Nike. It is time for you to drink the Kool-Aid.

The Ego foam from Altra is not a TPU. It’s just a different blend of EVA.

Foam check wrote:

The Ego foam from Altra is not a TPU. It’s just a different blend of EVA.

Whaaaa? Source?

theJeff wrote:

Colorways introduced for Razor 3. It looks like it is already available in limited sizes.

https://www.skechers.com/en-us/style/55220/skechers-gorun-razor-3-hyper/blrd

Dang, I shoulda gotten a screenshot. They had two other colorways shown. One is Red, White, and Blue, and looks pretty dope - for a shoe with the word "SPEED" on it :-)

I just wanted to check in with some medium-ish term reviews of some Adidas Boost shoes that I own. I have tried out the Pureboost DPR, Boston 6, and Tempo 9. And the Tempo 9 are my favorite so far and allow me to explain why.

Everybody around here loves the Boston 6. I like them, too, but I find them to be ideal for one thing: running fast. When I take these babies out for a run, I routinely go 20-30 seconds/mile faster than I intend to run. Both a good and bad thing. Good for tempos and long races, not the best for easy runs. My only complaints are they are a little thin in the forefoot, which affects how far I can go in them.

I like the concept of the Pureboost DPR. Just a bunch of Boost foam and a knit upper, none of overbuilt arch support systems and things like that. I have used them for easy days, regular training runs, recovery days, things of that variety. I do not think they are well built for workouts and faster days. Not sure about long runs. After the break-in period, the lack of minimal structure seems to be showing its flaws. I am really starting to feel the ground in these when I run on gravel or uneven surfaces, even on shorter runs. If I took these for a long run, I wonder if my feet would feel beat to shreds. These might be retired early and converted to walking shoes.

The Tempo 9 are my favorite Adidas Boost shoes that I have tried. They are somewhat lightweight, have a good feel and structure, great outsole, and offer more cushion than the Boston (no matter what the specs say). They may not be as snappy as the Boston, I think the Tempo 9 makes for a better daily training shoe. If the drop was 8 mm rather than 10 mm, I think these would be the perfect shoe for me.

Anyways, just wanted to offer some thoughts on those for this thread.

I loved the tempos - wore them for years even for racing Boston and NYC. You could race and still be comfortable to walk all day in them after.

But post boost phase I found they got narrower in the toe box and now too narrow for my feet.

I was wondering if I ask adidas if they could put the Ultra Boost st back on the Pureboost DPR, Boston 6, and Tempo 9. That would be great. These shoes are a bit thin on the boost material on the forefoot and I've had a lot of injuries, its like they are skimping to cut costs (I own the Boston 6, & Tempo 6). Agreed the tempo should be the default size and weight for daily trainer, these heavier shoes do compromise economy.

Topo getting in on the TPU game with the Phantom in June 2019.

Sounds heavy, but it’s a start. Video review at Road Trail Run.

Isn't the Razor 3 too narrow? I just picture this shoe like the lunaracer where my foot strikes the ground and it's swaying off midsole this was remedied by throwing them off and putting on heavier Launches!

I've always done better with firmer midsoles-Launch, 890v6, Pegs34, 1400v6-(UnderRated!) They all seem to hold my form...word on the street is the new Hoka no not the Rocket or updated Tracer,I'll have to post when I find article

Razor3nonhype wrote:

Isn't the Razor 3 too narrow? I just picture this shoe like the lunaracer where my foot strikes the ground and it's swaying off midsole this was remedied by throwing them off and putting on heavier Launches!

I've always done better with firmer midsoles-Launch, 890v6, Pegs34, 1400v6-(UnderRated!) They all seem to hold my form...word on the street is the new Hoka no not the Rocket or updated Tracer,I'll have to post when I find article

No, Razor 3 has a great toebox. I have a fairly wide foot, but the R3 fits me better than most lightweight trainers / long distance racers.

Officially the Razor 3 is heavier than the floatride fast pros, the sub2, the streaks etc explain, I need a fast 5k shoe.

Subway Surfers wrote:

Officially the Razor 3 is heavier than the floatride fast pros, the sub2, the streaks etc explain, I need a fast 5k shoe.

GoMeb Speed 5

This will make a lot of folks really happy. If only they offered them in a 14...

Subway, here is your 5-10k shoe!

theJeff wrote:

https://www.runningwarehouse.com/adidas_adizero_Takumi_Sen/descpage-AATS001.html

This will make a lot of folks really happy. If only they offered them in a 14...

Subway, here is your 5-10k shoe!

Yes $125 anywhere cheaper?

Freedom + Trail Shoe

Woot

Reebok Forever Floatride Energy

shipping February 2019 for around $100 MSRP

tpu foam, men: 8.7 oz Women: 7 oz

10mm drop

it's obviously aimed as an adidas boston competitor, the specs are almost identical