Can anyone compare the forefoot cushioning between the Saucony Cortana and Brooks Pureflow?
I recently tried the Cortana and loved the cushion, but had a lot of fit and wear problems so I'm looking for a replacement. Forefoot cushion is of primary concern. I also hate wide toe boxes (prefer a snug fit) and would prefer a low drop shoe. Alternate suggestions welcome!
I was told that the Pure Connect had a less wide toe box...you might try to verify that.
Got a Pureflow here (never tried Cortana). Compared with the Kinvara 2 or 3 that I have, the PF has a much more roomy forefoot - speaking width-wise. Compared to my shoe collection in general (I have lots), I'd put the PF in the 'generous' bracket for FF width.
Flow 2 has a more snug fit than the Flow 1. Connect is more snug still, but not quite as much cushioning.
The pureflow definitely has a roomy forefoot
Thanks for the replies. Looking like I'm going to have to compromise fit or cushion one way or the other, but I'm not ready to give up yet ;-)
Anyone ever try any of the Nike Lunars? Lunaracer, lunareclipse, lunarglide? I've heard these have some nice cushioning and some of them are less wide than your typical running shoe, but I can't find any locally to try on to verify.
If you're looking for a shoe with a lower heel, you'll want to avoid those Nikes. They have good cushioning but have high heels.
You should take a look at a new line by Pearl Izumi. Its called Project E:Motion. I just got a pair of the Trail M2 and they have a pretty nice snug fit through the forefoot. Some coworkers of mine have different road versions of the shoe and also say the fit is very good.
Thanks for the tip on the Nikes, Junk Miles. Appreciate it.
Pearl Izumi wasn't on my radar so I'll definitely do some research on those and see if they might fit the bill.
After several hundred miles with the pureflow I have to say that it feels more like a plastic casket than like a running shoe. Kind of "artifical", if you know what I mean. That might be just me though
Ran 500+ miles in a pair of Pureflows. Loved the way they felt but developed a mild heel injury towards the end.
I'd get them again but probably mix them up with another shoe. Or use them on trails only.