r/RunningShoeGeeks 5h ago

AMA🎤 Topo Athletic -AMA

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Hey everyone. I'm Russ Stevens, Product Director at Topo Athletic, where I lead the team that designs and creates our product.

I'm excited to answer your questions on the Specter 3, Specter Elite, and the Pro Series!


r/RunningShoeGeeks 2d ago

General Discussion Weekly General Discussion/Q&A Thread - July 20, 2026

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This post is a place where any questions (especially those that may not deserve their own thread) can be asked. Feel free to engage and help others with questions.

For new runners or people who just found this sub, please don't forget to check out the handy FAQ where you can find a helpful list of different shoes for your needs.


r/RunningShoeGeeks 44m ago

Deal [US] Saucony Endorphin Elite 2 - $99 - Front Runners LA - limited sizes

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r/RunningShoeGeeks 2h ago

Deal US - Nike Vomero Plus - Nike - $108

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Extra 25% Off w/ code: DAYONE


r/RunningShoeGeeks 2h ago

Deal US - Nike Vomero Plus WOMENS - Nike - $108

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Extra 25% Off w/ code: DAYONE


r/RunningShoeGeeks 6h ago

Show Off Your New Shoes The dedicated daily thread for showing off your new shoes or shoe collection - July 22, 2026

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This post is dedicated purely to those who just want to share their new purchases or shoe collections without needing to give any comments about them.

Photo upload has been enabled in the comments.


r/RunningShoeGeeks 8h ago

First Run Saucony Endorphin Azura Plus Initial Thoughts

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143 Upvotes

Shoe Model & Size: Saucony Endorphin Azura Plus Size 10.5, 242 grams weight, retail price: tbd but likely around 250 CAD or 200 USD

Fit/Comfort Notes: TTS, I'm pretty much a US 10.5 across all brands and have a slightly wider foot. Didn't have any issues with the fit and sizing, so I would say TTS would be the way to go.

Use Case: Supertrainer - I've used it from 7:45 min per mile pace down to roughly 5:20 min per mile pace and so far it's been quite good across a wide variety of pace ranges thus far.

Distance Ran: 9 miles

Reason For Buying: My Shoe Addiction

Personal thoughts: So far I've been satisfied with the overall ride and Cushioning. Normally when companies introduce a dual foam setup, I'm usually a little skeptical. I do have the endorphin elite 3, so I know what to expect in terms of the incredirun foam. Luckily, the endorphin azura plus does seem to do a good job of maintaining the bounce and fun that incredirun provides. The geometry was also really smooth so far across the 9 miles, so nothing really to complain about there. Stability was good overall, as I never felt like I was going to roll my ankle at slower and faster paces. Durability remains to be seen, but I'm optimistic that it will holdup.

Comparisons:

Red hare 9 ultra: they both provide a similar sort of big booming bounce primarily in the forefoot, but I think i like the azura plus a little more due to it's lower weight and more aggressive geometry

Dynafish xiaonian: I think the shoes feel a little similar in terms of the ride and geometry, but i think the azura plus has a little more bounce of the forefoot. The dynafish is unbeatable in terms of value though.

Superblast 3: Not really that comparable imo, the superblast is kind of a bigger shoe designed more for long runs and slightly up tempo workouts whereas the azura plus here seems to be saucony's answer to the megablast

Megablast: I think i might lean slightly more to the megablast due to it providing a little more energy return from the atpu foam, but the endorphin azura seems to hold its' own quite well and I can definitely see it as an alternative if the megablast doesn't fit you.

Overall, quite pleased so far after 9 miles, but a lot more testing is required before I can give any concrete conclusions about the shoes.


r/RunningShoeGeeks 1d ago

News Adidas Hyperboost Run Announced

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240 Upvotes

New Model Announced by Adidas

New Breathable Upper
Softer Heel Counter
Continental Rubber on Forefoot
Lower Stack Height
Better Lacing System


r/RunningShoeGeeks 1d ago

Deal US - Nike Vomero 18 ( Ice Blue/Crimson/Whi/Blue Fox) - Dick's - $84

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r/RunningShoeGeeks 1d ago

Show Off Your New Shoes The dedicated daily thread for showing off your new shoes or shoe collection - July 21, 2026

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This post is dedicated purely to those who just want to share their new purchases or shoe collections without needing to give any comments about them.

Photo upload has been enabled in the comments.


r/RunningShoeGeeks 2d ago

Deal [UK] Sportsshoes.com - Nike Vomero Premium - ÂŁ146.99

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r/RunningShoeGeeks 2d ago

Review Superblast 3 - 450 mile review

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Total distance ran:
450 miles

Type of runs:
Easy, recovery, steady long, and threshold

Weather ran in:
Dry & wet

My profile:
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 170 lbs

Range of average pace with this shoe:
Recovery: 10:00-12:00/mile
Easy: 9:00-10:00/mile
Long Run: 8:15-8:45/mile
Threshold: 6:55-7:05/mile

Strike Type: Heel

Mileage:
I generally average around 5-6 runs a week and have done 1,180 miles this year so far, with some off weeks due to injury and vacation. I usually float around 50ish miles per week.

Positives:
Soft, bouncy, versatile, light weight, good grip, comfortable, & accommodating upper

Negatives:
The only negative I can really find is the upper could be more breathable compared to V2, but is still way more breathable than V1.

Overview:
I’ve spent quite a bit of time in all 3 iterations of the superblast now and personally SB3 is my favorite so far. I took 2 pairs each of V1 & V2 to 500 miles, totaling about 2,500 miles now across all 3 versions. I felt like V2 was a great upgrade to V1 and feel like V3 is an even better upgrade coming from V2.

While the upper is not quite as breathable as V2, I do enjoy the fit and material more. For the midsole, it is much more versatile on the easy side of my pace ranges and equally is on good on my long runs, which I run pretty steady/zone 3 and even touch LT1 toward the end when they start pushing in the 2.5 hour range.

For threshold pace and beyond, I still prefer the Megablast or a more dedicated workout shoe, as I also did for V1 & V2. I did do a 6 x 5m @ LT2 session in it, it worked, but not my ideal choice and anything beyond I don’t think I would enjoy.

I’ve seen a lot of comments about a reduction in durability in the SB3, but that has not been my experience. I have found it to last just as long as the previous versions but something like that definitely depends on your gait and foot strike. There is more scuffing in the exposed midsole areas but that’s purely cosmetic and a welcome trade off for a more dynamic ride.

I think with this version, the Megablast and Superblast make a great rotation (albeit expensive) if you’re looking to use only super trainers. The Superblast 3 covers your recovery, daily, and long runs and the Megablast covers your workouts and fastest long runs. Having ran long runs in both, I do prefer the SB3 and that includes my long runs where I’m hovering around 5-10% slower than MP for 10 miles straight. It’s just more protective for me. If I had to push harder and touch MP or below then that’s where I would probably make the switch.

So, overall, this is (in my opinion) the superblast yet and I’m really happy with the changes they made.

Worth buying?:
If you are looking for a light weight, soft, and bouncy trainer for your easy, recovery, and easy to steady long runs I think this is a great option. If you’re looking for something with a dynamic and protective ride, it’s definitely a buy.


r/RunningShoeGeeks 2d ago

Deal (US) Various HOKA & ON deals - Woot

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Additional 22% taken off at checkout (maximum $44 discount per order, but you can make multiple orders)
https://sport.woot.com/plus/hoka-on-running-shoes-2


r/RunningShoeGeeks 2d ago

Deal (US) Hoka Cielo X1 3.0 - $148 at Woot

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r/RunningShoeGeeks 2d ago

Show Off Your New Shoes The dedicated daily thread for showing off your new shoes or shoe collection - July 20, 2026

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This post is dedicated purely to those who just want to share their new purchases or shoe collections without needing to give any comments about them.

Photo upload has been enabled in the comments.


r/RunningShoeGeeks 2d ago

Deal (US): Nike Vomero Plus: $108-114 at Nike/Nordstrom (women’s)

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r/RunningShoeGeeks 3d ago

Show Off Your New Shoes The dedicated daily thread for showing off your new shoes or shoe collection - July 19, 2026

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This post is dedicated purely to those who just want to share their new purchases or shoe collections without needing to give any comments about them.

Photo upload has been enabled in the comments.


r/RunningShoeGeeks 3d ago

🏆 Post of The Week Review of the Week: Mount to Coast H1 by u/soup_master420

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Mount to Coast H1 by u/soup_master420

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r/RunningShoeGeeks 3d ago

[Countdown] AMA with Topo on the new Pro Series with Product Director Russell Stevens

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r/RunningShoeGeeks 4d ago

Deal [Ebay - Adidas Canada] Women's sizes 10&under Adios Pro 4 ($101) and Takumi Sen 11 ($88) with coupon code

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It's 50% off what is listed here when you add to cart

*sighs* *unzips wallet*. The women's sizes don't sell out as fast.


r/RunningShoeGeeks 4d ago

Show Off Your New Shoes The dedicated daily thread for showing off your new shoes or shoe collection - July 18, 2026

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r/RunningShoeGeeks 4d ago

Deal [US] Rebel V4 for $80 -Mens

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80 Upvotes

Unfortunately not part of additional 25% off but this color way is $80 with a lot of sizes at Joes

Update they added it to the additional 30% off so it came to around $56

https://www.joesnewbalanceoutlet.com/pd/fuelcell-rebel-v4/MFCXV4-41132-PMG-NA.html#dwvar_MFCXV4-41132-PMG-NA_size=10.5&dwvar_MFCXV4-41132-PMG-NA_style=MFCXCH4&dwvar_MFCXV4-41132-PMG-NA_width=D&pid=MFCXV4-41132-PMG-NA&quantity=1


r/RunningShoeGeeks 4d ago

Weekend Discussion: Puma running shoes

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Happy weekend!

This is our weekend post where you can give your reviews, tell us what you hated/loved, comparisons between versions, share photos, or ask questions below for everything Puma!


r/RunningShoeGeeks 4d ago

Weekend Discussion: Other brands running shoes

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Happy weekend!

This is our weekend post where you can give your reviews, tell us what you hated/loved, comparisons between versions, share photos, or ask questions below for other brands that don't have their own post!


r/RunningShoeGeeks 4d ago

Weekend Discussion: Hoka running shoes

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Happy weekend!

This is our weekend post where you can give your reviews, tell us what you hated/loved, comparisons between versions, share photos, or ask questions below for everything Hoka!