Options for Half-Marathon Shoes - LunarRacer, Streak3, Katana, T6 Racer?

The Nike Lunar Racer 2 feels great in the shoe store. However, after running in it for about 5 mins. I could feel my PF coming back. I persisted in wearing it for 2 weeks but the PF was still there so I went back to wearing my Brooks Racer ST. I'm also a neutral runner. Because I'm still in danger of the PF coming back, I cant wear anything else but the ST. The T6 is really light but is a better choice than the Lunar Racer 2 because it is not nearly as soft and sqwissy.

katana's have decent arch support

I too am a neutral runner and I'm on a fairly light frame (5'9, 140lb). I've done a couple 1/2's and full Marathon's and have run in the Asics Gel Hyperspeed 2's, the Nike Katana's, and most recently the Brooks T-6. My favorite is the T-6. They've got a good "bounce" to them. The Asics Hyperspeeds didn't put me up on my toes much, but the Katana's felt like they did a little too much; the T-6 felt a little more "in the middle" in my opinion. I'd probably wear the Katana's for 5k-10k road races, and the T-6's for 1/2 to full Marathons. Run steady...

Thanks. I'm leaning toward the Brooks T6. Usually Nike makes the best spikes but I think for road racing shoes it's a different story. Do the T6's fit true to size? Thanks so much for your advice

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Just to add some balance to the post above regarding the Lunar Racer 2, I've found this to be a great HM shoe. I went from the Marathoner to the Streak 3 because the Marathoner was too stiff. However, the Streak 3 wasn't stable enough for me and exacerbated a knee issue due to slight over-pronation. The Lunar 2 does not have a medial post but offers a more stable ride and the cushioning is good for a half. Not everyone is into the squishy feel I know, but it works for me. I've run two halfs in them with no issues and I'll be wearing them in my first marathon in 4 weeks time.

hmm...T6 or the LunarRacer2????

I have run most of my races in the T6-T5-T4 including 7 marathons so they work for me.

I can't speak to the LunarRacer2 but I have used the Hyperspeed2 and found it similar to the T6 except wider and the little holes in the sole would let water and small pebbles in.

T6 sizing for me is true to size but others have gone up 1/2 size. I use a somewhat thin cushioned sock but not the thinnest.

I find I can pull them right out of the box and run a race. SOP for me is to run an easy 3-5 miles in a new pair, use that pair for a marathon and then use that pair for training runs and shorter races until they are done.

If I wear 9.0 in most trainers, should I go 9.0 or 9.5 in the T6?

Also, T6 or Nike LunarRacer2...which u like? others ud consider? bump/....

I'd say the Hyperspeeds put you up on your toesa bit more than the T6, I agree that the T6 has more "bounce" though. Also, small rocks/pebbles and water does get through the holes in the bottom of the Hyperspeeds. The heel is just too high on the T6 for me.

I have the T6's and like them a lot. They aren't as soft as the Lunas, and are much more flexible. But try on both and see what works best for you.

Kicks for 13.1 wrote:

If I wear 9.0 in most trainers, should I go 9.0 or 9.5 in the T6?

Also, T6 or Nike LunarRacer2...which u like? others ud consider? bump/....

Just order a pair, try them on and send them back if they don't fit...

It's really not that hard.

i wish i had the cash flow to order 2-3 pairs and return. not sure i do

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katana's get my vote. and they are cheap at runningwarehouse right now too. $55, i think

bump katanas, t6, or lunar racer2? anyone else?

Mizuno Musha 2. A little heavier than the t6 (7.8 oz v. 7.?) but I like them

I like the Brooks Launch. They aren't flats but I prefer the extra cushion for the 1/2 over the T6s.