Anybody like these for long runs? The 4% is my marathon shoe and I'll use it for a few long runs just to keep my legs from getting too beat up, but I really would prefer something with a little more stability/structure for those long training runs.
Love the way the 4% keeps my legs feeling fresher for those 18-22 mile runs than normal trainers, but sometimes I'll have ankle issues after.
Is the Carbon X a decent training shoe to pair with the 4%s for races?
I wish I could tell you. But they haven't came in the mail yet.
I've only used the Carbon X for a 5k so far. Looking forward to trying on a 100+ minute run this weekend.
Hi, i have a pair Brand New size 9 Skechers Elite speed....I'd sell. It has the carbon fiber plate fused in and with the hyper lightweight foam cushioning is an amazing racing shoe and trainer. I can send pics if interested. Email me.
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I would like a review from somebody who has used these for a road Ultra (at least 50 miles).
Too many online reviews are focused on whether this will make a great 10k, 1/2, marathon shoe.
I worry about pack out of the EVA over long distances. Up till now I've been using the Epic Reacts, and cushioning is really resilient, however they are not the most propulsive shoes.
I have used mine specifically for my long runs most of the summer. They feel great! I haven’t had a bad run in them yet. So far I’ve done runs of 80min-2 hrs in them with no issues. They also feel great if you have faster sections in your run. I did notice last week they felt awkward when I was running 7+min miles the first couple miles. They felt better and better as I sped up to 5 min pace throughout the 90 min run. They have also worked great for tempo intervals and runs although I wish they were a bit lighter.
King Tiger wrote:
Too many online reviews are focused on whether this will make a great 10k, 1/2, marathon shoe.
That's funny. I haven't tried the shoes, but I feel like when they were introduced, they were specifically marketed as that Ultra racing shoe. I guess that's what happens when the hobby joggers get ahold of them. Fun run 5ks in their carbon plated shoes.
BergLaufer wrote:
I wish I could tell you. But they haven't came in the mail yet.
Same here. I wish I could tell you but I haven't even order a pair.
I love my Carbon X's. They're a great training shoe for tempo workouts and for days that you even want a little more spring in your stride on a daily run. I used for a marathon this past month and they're still holding strong about 150 miles in.
However, I have noticed that the Carbon X is not a stiff as the Vaporfly's or Next%'s, so if you're looking for something with a little more stability I would look for something else.