Has anyone tried these?
How are they different compared to the 3.0 or 5.0's?
Has anyone tried these?
How are they different compared to the 3.0 or 5.0's?
I have a pair of the Free Runs, I've never tried the 3.0 or 5.0 though. The Run doesn't seem to b a true minimalist shoe; it's lightweight but still has pretty good cushioning and arch support which gives it some stability, but it's also quite flexible. I think it would be better for someone just trying to get into minimalism, or who just wants to help strengthen their feet and lower legs a bit. It also has a great breathable upper that fits snugly to my foot and is really comfortable.
I'm a big fan of the 3.0's and wear the Free Run as just a normal shoe. It's actually really soft and bulky feeling. If you are thinking about getting it, also take a look at the Saucony Kinvara.
I like them. They are better than the 5.0s, though I prefer the 3.0s slightly. I alternate them with my 3.0s, using them mainly for rougher trails/scree, where the 3.0s can be a bit thin. (Both have great stability on trails because of their flexibility.)
I use both of them without the sockliners. I didn't like my 3.0s until I took out the sockliners because I needed extra room. In the Free Runs, you might feel the pocket for the Nike Plus under the left foot without the sockliner, but it doesn't bother me. (I took out the foam plug and pried out the plastic rim for it.)
I expect the Free Runs will be more durable than the 3.0 V2s (and 5.0 V4) because of the overlays that reinforce the sole to upper transistion. After about 500 miles, the uppers of my 3.0 V2s are separating from the sole and are about done, though they feel great otherwise.
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