Mount to Coast - H1

I tried the R1 and had similar arch issues as you, returned them before I even ran in them. I have the H1s and can happily report that there is no arch concern. I did go half a size up in the H1 but I also prefer more space vs snug fit, so that may be a personal choice. Only 20 miles in them but I've really enjoyed them so far.

I haven't and do not use inserts. I do feel a little poke in my arch but it hasn't been bothersome. Only 40 miles in them myself with my longest run being a very hilly 10 miler but no issues on my end.

They feel fine on the road. Outsole is pretty firm so should last a good amount of miles in all terrain scenarios

These might be edging out the EVO SL as my favorite shoes of the year (and most exciting shoes of the last several years). Feels 85% as bouncy as the EVO SL, but far more stable. Sure, they're heavier than the featherweight EVO SL, but they feel light — especially for a trail shoe with such a durable upper and outsole. I've run some moderate singletrack and had no traction issues on light mud, sand, or wet dirt. Not the most nimble trail shoe and I wouldn't pick it for really technical, rocky/rooty/tight trails, but it doesn't feel like a megastack cruiser and doesn't feel tippy. On roads they just feel like a road shoe. No clip-clop you get with some trail outsoles. I'm most excited to use them as winter road running shoes here in Minneapolis. Should be absolutely perfect for going from packed snow and ice to dry pavement.

I have 50 miles on my H1s and love them. I was a Peg Trail guy in the past but the H1 blows those away IMHO. One of the best midsoles around.

Mount to Coast H1 comes out Thursday and I’ll be buying them for this exact reason

You’ve literally described Mount to Coast R1 and H1. I have the R1, I’m the same height but 180lb, still on the heavy side. Cant know if they feel comfortable at your weight, but no shoe advertise that anyway. I’d go with these two options but if you try one shoe first, go with the H1 since you might find that it suits you for both road and trail. I know the R1s have an 8mm drop so transitioning from 0mm to 8mm, your hip make a beating. Since you’re going for endurance and long distances, no shoe will spare you legs, you’ll need to be doing strength training, even for your knees.

If this is your first foray into trail running shoes, you aren’t really going to go wrong. You wont really know what all you personally need until you put some miles in some. And let’s be honest you are going to end up getting more than one pair as time goes on. Someone mentioned the Hoka Speedgoat. That is a good shoe as a starting test. If you race, you’ll see them everywhere for good reason. They are a good overall and hold up well to most terrain. I would suggest looking into Mount to Coast H1. It is a good blend between road and trail, and durability on Mount to Coast is high (this comes from someone with about 20 trail shoes and 15ish road shoes). I prefer a few more pricey shoes for racing, but to get to know what you need I would get something that you will be able to wear on most terrain, then figure out what specifications you want from there. Welcome to dirt surfing 🤙

mount to coast H1 and raide belt

i was given a pair at cocodona. ive put over 200 miles on them since then and i am still obsessed. the dual lacing system is crucial for me on long runs. the t1s are also awesome when you need more traction and they have drain plugs but i still prefer the h1s overall.

i got a pair at cocodona. ask me anything! i love them.

this my first experience with PEBA, and the H1 feels tuned for snappy responsiveness and minimal weight, with a firmer, more performance-driven ride. it seems to be less about plush softness or cushy comfort, and more about durability and efficiency. that said, they’re still very comfortable, and I haven’t had any performance fade after 300+ miles

cody poskin wore 1 pair of the h1s for the cocodona 250 and got 8th place. hes about to use them for the ultra gobi 400KM. i got a pair when i paced him for cocodona. they more than capable for ultra distances!

+1 to this. Great all-purpose shoe. Nice materials, lightweight, responsive.

I have the older version of this shoe. I thought they were near perfect, until it rained. Besides retaining what seemed like a liter of water, they immediately began to stink to high heaven. Things have never been the same.

Did you have any arch pain the first few miles with the H1s? And did you try with inserts? Only 8 miles in but my arches are not happy.

I got a pair of Mountains to Coast H1s and the fit is good. You can separately adjust the tightness of the forefoot and midfoot independently on all their shoes. I also found I get a more consistent fit between different shoe brands by using the EU size rather than the US size.