Which do you think is better for a neutral, very light runner who needs some cushion for longer miles but also likes lightness for speedier running to not feel weighed down? Mostly asphalt training.
Which do you think is better for a neutral, very light runner who needs some cushion for longer miles but also likes lightness for speedier running to not feel weighed down? Mostly asphalt training.
pillowsonmyfeet wrote:
Which do you think is better for a neutral, very light runner who needs some cushion for longer miles but also likes lightness for speedier running to not feel weighed down? Mostly asphalt training.
The Kayano shouldn't even be in the discussion. These two shoes are nothing alike.
shoepoo wrote:
pillowsonmyfeet wrote:Which do you think is better for a neutral, very light runner who needs some cushion for longer miles but also likes lightness for speedier running to not feel weighed down? Mostly asphalt training.
The Kayano shouldn't even be in the discussion. These two shoes are nothing alike.
I think they are similar. Both cushioned, higher-end trainers.
Nobodyinparticular125 wrote:
I think they are similar. Both cushioned, higher-end trainers.
I suppose they are similar in that they are both shoes designed for running.
Pegasus: neutral, flexible, soft, 10 oz, $100
Kayano: posted, stiff, firm, 11 oz, $150
Actually, their similarity is that they both have good cushioning, however, the Kayano is a high-end, moderate- stability, cushioned trainer, whereas the Pegasus is a neutral, cushioned trainer.....it does not proclaim to have a stability component. Having been in the specialty running retail biz for over 30 years, I can assure you that BOTH Asics and Nike would concur with this product description.
Yea, I think that most people here are correct. But I was also looking at the Pegasus and kayano among others and I found that the kayano was good for mild to moderate pronators, as well as neutral runners.
Consider the Nike Glide 4. It has more cushion and flexibility than the pegs. I'm a neutral runner. The kayanos are too stiff for me.
So you think the Lunargilde 4s are softer and have more cushion than the kayanos or pegs? Because I'm really just looking for the softest and most comfortable shoe for the long run.
As A guy who sells shoes for a living, try Brooks Ravenna
soft, moderate post, light
Lots of positive feed back on them
If you are neutral do not go anywhere near the kayano. It has more support than the 2000 series does.
Pegasus is good, but try the nimbus or cumulus.
And to the person above me- I love the brooks ravenna. switched to it from the adrenaline and will not be looking back.
The Kayano shouldn't even be in the discussion. These two shoes are nothing alike.[/quote]
This is absolutely correct. The Kayano is made for folks who read Runners World and are brainwashed by the shoe guide each season. Pegasus is a neutral shoe and the Kayano is made for heavy pronation.
Please, please, please go find a good local running specialty running store near you and let them give you some guidance. Take your old shoes with you. As many responses as you've gotten here, no one has asked you more about your history or about your gait and that should be square one in helping someone with shoes.
Please, please, please go find a good local running specialty running store near you and let them give you some guidance. Take your old shoes with you. As many responses as you've gotten here, no one has asked you more about your history or about your gait and that should be square one in helping someone with shoes.
Go to running times web page and look at the charts on shoes. Glide was one of the most flexible and cushioned. The pegs are on there as well. They didn't fit my foot as well. Brooks has the "sprung toe" which causes numbness with me. Wish I could wear them.
From RT. I can't see the actual numbers for flexibility and cushioning on my phone but could on my pc.
I should rephrase my question. What is the softest shoe out there for a slight overpronator with a high arch, ~100lbs and a midfoot strike?
You should try the Energy Boost.
Click on each shoe and look at the cushion rating. How hard is this? If you have trouble understanding the chart go to the store and try on each shoe.
pillowsonmyfeet wrote: Which do you think is better for a neutral, very light runner who needs some cushion for longer miles but also likes lightness for speedier running to not feel weighed down? Mostly asphalt training.
Never mind the comparison; the first thing you need to do is stop considering Nike running shoes. If you want to buy Nike apparrel, fine, but don't waste your time with their shoes.
Nike = Fashion Over Function.
That is all you need to know...
I have a hard time believing someone that light should be running in pegs or other full trainers. Try a lightweight trainer like the brooks launch or nb 890.