What do you think is the best cushioned shoe for training daily on concrete?

This answer is really going to vary depending on preference. Some like aasics because of their cushion, but they are almost too bulky and cushioned for me. I run in the Nike Pegasus, which are the perfect amount of cushion for me. So I would try a lot on and see what feels comfortable.

Also would not trust anyone at footlocker to tell me what type of foot I have. You are better off going to a specialty running store-some will actually analyze gait and they definitely have more options than a footlocker.

Runfast456 wrote:

This answer is really going to vary depending on preference. Some like aasics because of their cushion, but they are almost too bulky and cushioned for me. I run in the Nike Pegasus, which are the perfect amount of cushion for me. So I would try a lot on and see what feels comfortable.

Also would not trust anyone at footlocker to tell me what type of foot I have. You are better off going to a specialty running store-some will actually analyze gait and they definitely have more options than a footlocker.

Yeah, I suppose going to a speciality running store would be best but there really isn't a store like that in my town.. Plenty of shoe stores but not ones that specialize in running.. And I'm a value shopper and would probably shop online for the best deal.

The other thing that annoys me about going to a lot of shoe stores is the people working there will press so hard for you to buy a shoe that it's borderline harrassment.

Adidas Super Nova. I only wear them running on the crete. Used to get tibial stress fractures with too much crete running until the Super Nova turned ever road into a soft trail.

Super Nova wrote:

Adidas Super Nova. I only wear them running on the crete. Used to get tibial stress fractures with too much crete running until the Super Nova turned ever road into a soft trail.

Thanks for the recommendation, I just looked them up.

Have you ever tried the brand hoka and if so how does the cushioning compare? Or maybe the nike zoom air cushioning system.

BelieveBrah2018 wrote:

Thanks for the recommendation, I just looked them up.

Have you ever tried the brand hoka and if so how does the cushioning compare? Or maybe the nike zoom air cushioning system.

Boost is the shlt. Nike Zoomx foam is maybe as good, maybe, but expensive and only in the high end shoes (like the 4%). You won’t find it in the lower end shoes - although I do like the Pegasus, but a step below. Pegasus is a good shoe. For me the Hoka cushion is cushion. Mane good if you go super slow? It’s just soft without feeling as responsive, for me, and doesn’t last as long. Boost lasts a long time for me. I still change my shoes, but I actually don’t feel like they ever crapped out on me like Nikes etc.

Nike Vomeros. I find recent versions of the Pegasus just a bit too firm for everyday mileage use compared to Vomeros.

thanks for the recommendation. I really like the looks of the pegasus and vomero compared to a lot of other shoes. I wonder if footlocker carries those models so I can try them on.

I'll definitely look at the adidas boost too if they really compete with the vaporfly for a fraction of the price.

Hi,

The Saucony triumph iso 3, is a great cushioned shoe for hard surfaces, its on sale at the moment as the new saucony triumph iso 4 is out, preferred the iso 3 over the 4 . I found it better than the Nike Vomero 12 and more responsive than the Adidas Supernova and Brooks Glycerin.

Cheers

Steve

Adidas Boost are good, I have ran a couple marathons in the Adios Boost 3 and liked the ride. For a daily trainer it's tough to beat the Brooks Launch. Relatively light (9 oz), cushioned - super comfortable, and will last 600 miles - possibly longer. Previous versions like the Launch 3 or Launch 4 can often be found for $50-60 as well.

One thing about the Pegasus is underfoot the feel lumpy, you can tell the edges of the Zoom air pockets, which is a bit annoying and can cause discomfort.

This doesn't seem to happen to everyone. In my case, it's very noticeable in the right shoe and has led to an injury. Other people put 1000 miles in them without issues. Maybe my pair was faulty.

The Supernova is a good option to pound concrete. The Mizuno Wave Rider is also very protective but allows for faster paces.

Oh, and if you like a lower drop, the Saucony Freedom ISO is awesome.

I've run in Pegasus, Adidas Boost, Adidas Adios and now Nike Zoom Fly. Zoom Flys are the way to go if you are training on harder surfaces. The extra cushion really helps you recover between runs. I now wear my Pegasus to work and they feel like I'm standing on cardboard all day. No cushion at all vs. the Zoom Fly.

I wear any type of shoe on concrete. Why would you need a special one?

Right now I wear a generic Skecher's "fashion" shoe that has no outsole for all my running ,which is all on concrete.

Skecher's has this generic sole that they stick on about 10 different shoe styles that aren't specifically for running. Great stuff and the uppers on mine have been phenomenally durable relative to real running shoes.

This is the basic shoe I have. The sole is identical.

https://image.skechers.com/img/productimages/xlarge/53775_CHAR.jpg

+1 for the Supernova. Working in Dallas where everything seems to be concrete, and this one did the trick. Now on pair #3.

Consider the Boston if you can handle a little less pillow and/or want a little more responsiveness.

Skechy situation wrote:

I wear any type of shoe on concrete. Why would you need a special one?

Right now I wear a generic Skecher's "fashion" shoe that has no outsole for all my running ,which is all on concrete.

Skecher's has this generic sole that they stick on about 10 different shoe styles that aren't specifically for running. Great stuff and the uppers on mine have been phenomenally durable relative to real running shoes.

I'm not saying it's not possible. Like I said, I'm currently wearing nike tanjuns and prefer them over the asics kayano at the moment, although my kayanos I used a lot for walking at work so they may be a bit worn but I never really hear about people using tanjuns for running, there's no threads about them on here but I still like them a bit better than the kayanos.

I'd just like the most comfortable shoe for my circumstances because I struggle with a hernia on my left calf muscle, it's a tear in the sheathing that goes around the muscle, not really any fix to it besides surgery. Luckily it hasn't gotten worse over time but it still flares up after running, I have to really focus on wear I land on my feet and try to keep my feet as close to the ground as possible.

Nike Pegasus vote for me

I’ve tried out Hokas on the shoe store treadmill after getting plantar fasciitis for the first time last year. Hated them. Cushioning is one thing, but feeling like you have zero connection to the surface is a little too much. Plus I felt like I had zero stability. I opted for Asics Nimbus and have really grown to like them. Still a little loose for my taste compared to my old Adidas Boosts, but OK.

I overpronate on the left side. It’s slight & wasn’t an issue on technical trails (ran those in Solomon Speedcross 4 GTX), but I feel it now on the hard surfaces.