Looking for something to tackle the 5k all the way up to eventual half marathon racing/training.
I've been partial to the brooks t-series and also asics hyperspeeds. The reason I ask is because its been so long since I've bought a pair of racing flats for the road. I've looked at the new T-7's and saw a pair of asics 'blazingfast' flats that looked good but I don't wanna order something that I won't like. Lighter the better.
Shoe gurus help me out!
The T7 is not radically different from the previous versions. The upper is the only thing different with the asymmetrical lacing which didn't bother me at all. I've logged a lot of miles in the T4-5-6-7.
The Hyperspeed doesn't seem much different either but I haven't run in those for the past few versions.
the saucony A5 is one of the lightest flats out there, and is a great shoe if you dont mind the low heel.
the lightest shoe of any kind is the wave universe from mizuno at like 2.5 oz, but it probably wouldn't hold up well for a marathon.
the Adidas Adios is probably the most popular flat, the Adios 1 and 2 are known to be great shoes, firm and fast, the Adios boost seems to have more mixed reviews but if you want something soft and light that is probably your shoe.
Kevin52 wrote:
The T7 is not radically different from the previous versions. The upper is the only thing different with the asymmetrical lacing which didn't bother me at all. I've logged a lot of miles in the T4-5-6-7.
The Hyperspeed doesn't seem much different either but I haven't run in those for the past few versions.
i absolutely love the adios boost, but it ain't light - it's a pretty solid shoe. I could see training in it. Sounds like the OP is looking for a lighter shoe.
You should check out the Skechers racing flat, the Go Run Speed. It is very simple and flexible and lightweight- similar to the T5, 6, or 7, but better IMO.
Hello all,
I'd probably do some of the short, fast stuff in my racing spikes. But, track workouts plus or minus 1km and tempos ranging from 3-5 miles, what flat would you guys recommend?
adidas hagio
I like the nike lunar racers. They have been my favorite racing flat that I have worn. They are light but they feel like you are running on clouds.
ddo not get the adiddas boost that shoe screwed up my foot, if i were you i would get the nike flyknit racers, but only if you train on soft ground. if not nike pegadus is whete its at for more support
Looking at the Blazingfast more closely now, it does seem to take over where the piranha's left off (ryan hall's racing shoe, if im not mistaken) I love that the shoe encourages sockless wear and can transition between the road and track.
I'm interested to see how they stack up against new balance's light racing flats (can't remember their name right now) Anybody have any use out of either of these?
Nike Streak 4 or Saucony Fastwitch for a bit more supportive shoe.
The New Balance one is the RC5000... if you're talking about the lightest shoe 2.8oz or so (comparable to the Wave Universe, althought I prefer the Universe). I do like the MRC1600 it's more in the 5oz range but I find it holds up for longer distances so might be a better option if you're looking at New Balance and being able to run a half in your flats. Lastly maybe keep an eye out for the NB Fresh Foam 980 (I believe FEB release). I had a chance to try these on and at first test was quite impressed, a little more plush probably then what you're looking for but somehow also responsive (I know that doesn't sound right, but could be an option if you need a bit more cushioning for training as well). Now I sound like a New Balance rep so will stop.
OP:
the t-7 is a great flat that i have used a bit, mostly for track workouts (on the longer side such as mile repeats) or tempo runs of up to 5 miles. i find that they have a fairly substantial heel while getting close to the ground of the toes, which could potentially be useful if you were to use them for a half marathon. i do not have any experience with the blazingfast but i will point out the hyperspeed is being relaunched by asics in january so you may want to wait on those. in the end you really need to provide a bit more info on what shoes you run in normally. for me, i like shoes with slightly more cushioning for a half marathon. i use the lunarracer which is my favorite shoes for races from 10k and up (i used the flyknit racer before but found it to be to firm for the half though its great for 5k and up). a similar shoe to the lunarracer could also be the adios, but the shoes you have listed are more minimal than both of those.
Mr. Racing Flat:
as you run most of you track work in spikes im assuming you would be fine with shoes that are relatively flat with minimal cushioning. i would look at the nike zoom streak lt or lt2 as those are both fairly cheap options that work great (i have the lt that i do short track work and short races up to 5k in, and those only change on the lt2 was the upper). other options like this could be type a5 (a6 coming soon) from saucony or the hyperspeed coming soon from asics.
hope this helps
sxsw wrote:
I'm interested to see how they stack up against new balance's light racing flats (can't remember their name right now) Anybody have any use out of either of these?
NB 5000. Great shoe what what ive heard. One of my coaches had a pair and loved em.