Had a pair of Zoom Vapor, and I thought they were awesome. They fit like slippers, gave excellent cushioning--and lasted a long time.
Now I'm using the Zoom milers, and they're just as cool.
Anybody else having the same experience?
Any other makers offering shoes right now that are similarly cool?
I'm interested in maybe buying a pair of the Nike air streak vapor IV's...is that the shoe you're talking about?
If so: How durable was the outsole? Because there is no rubber on the bottom in some areas I'm worried I'll wear right through the sole in no time.
Did the midsole become more flexible with use? Right now they seem to be surprisingly inflexible.
The Vapors are quite nice. They do become more flexible after a few miles. The outsole durability has been ok - not great, but not terrible. I rotate 3 pairs of shoes, so I don't notice excessive wear too much. I did several long runs and a marathon in them and they were great. I must say, after a few runs in the Streak XC ($65), I have found a new favorite.
I chew up outsoles like crazy, and these have been good in that regard.
The vapors are amazing for the first 5-10 races, but the second they start to wear down, they really go to hell. I've had so many shin problems from running too many races in these. Nothing horrible, just a sore shin, and sometimes aches that seems like stress reactions or something of the caliber.