Hey everyone! I use custom orthotics and I'm struggling to find *the one* for easy/long run days. Here's what I've tried and why nothing stuck:
**What worked (partially):**
🟢 **Puma ForeverRun Nitro 2:** Loved the fit: snug midfoot, roomy toe box. But the foam felt dead and heavy underfoot. Shape = 10/10, ride = 4/10.
🟡**Saucony Tempus:** Foam was *incredible*, exactly what I want in terms of responsiveness. But pinky toe was hanging off the edge, toe box too narrow.
🟡 **Brooks Glycerin GTS 20:** Comfortable and stable, but the ride felt flat and uninspiring. Needed more energy return.
**What I already own:** Saucony Endorphin Speed for speed work, so I'm covered on that end.
**What I'm looking for:**
* **Use:** daily trainer / long runs
* **Gait:** overpronator (significant), using custom orthotics so even neutral options are ok
* **Must have:** wide-ish toe box + snug midfoot lockdown
* **Dream foam:** something bouncy and responsive à la Tempus, NOT mushy/dead like the Puma
Any suggestions? Topo, New Balance, Asics, Saucony, anything, I'm open.
Thanks in advance!
Puma foreverrun 2 has been treating me very very good when it comes to stability while having just a good amount of cushion. I tried the Nike structure 26 and it was not a good experience for me for a stability shoe so I looked for something with a bit more cushion.
I haven’t tried the hurricane, structure 2, or kayano but the pumas have really good reviews
I haven’t had much experience with shoes since I just started running so I haven’t tried the older version of the shoe. The 2 has treated me really well but I can’t compare to anything else really
I have both and the Magnify isn't as narrow as the Velocity/Deviate. If you have wide feet though I'd probably skip Puma altogether as people often find it problematic. The Foreverrun Nitro 2 isn;t as narrow either.
Rather unpopular shoe, but I also really enjoyed the Puma Forever Run Nitro 2. Stability shoe, very durable, good responsiveness and very good price. Can literally run forever in them, especially if you are rather a heel/midfoot striker.
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