As a marathon racer: Skechers GoRuns, GoRides, or GoMebs?

Well, the only issue, is that although I love my Skechers GoMebs, I only am getting near 200-250 miles... similar to my GoRuns and GoRides... just not a lot of durability, but fit/feel great.

I love the first GoRuns but I only get around 200 miles per pair because they don't have a rubber outsole. Despite this, the traction is still fine for fast road running. From what I hear the Mebs are considerably narrower. Also, I don't think the Rides feel much like a flat at all - I wouldn't race in them.

Ok, thanks for the feedback. How does the mileage compare to other flats you've tried? I guess I wouldn't know until I've tried them, as I seem to get more mileage than most people. I liked the softness of the Rides, but maybe they're too soft to be a racer? The GoRuns remind me a lot of the Nike Frees, which I like but as mentioned don't have the rubber sole (I like some rubber on racing flats/going fast).

How about the size of the GoMebs, as compared to the GoRuns or GoRides? I had to go down 1/2 a size in the new GoRuns/Rides, because I prefer not putting in the insole.

i'd race a marathon in the go run 2s. i usually get ~600-700 miles on shoes (as much as 1000) and i got 610 on my go runs before the heel was nearly gone and the sides ripped.

I've never seen the GoMeb, but I've run in the GoRun 2m, the GoRun 3, and the GoRun Ultra. I've also tried on the GoRun Ride 3 and run in them in the store. I haven't run in any of them enough yet to determine how long they will last, but here's my take on the ones I have run in.

I love the Ultra, but at 9.5 oz in size 9.5, it's too heavy (for me) for faster runs. Next down in weight is the GoRun Ride 3 and the GoRun 3. The Ride has more heel and arch-area cushioning. As a result it weighs more than the 3. Both the 3 and the Ride 3 have the same forefoot cushioning. For me, as a forefoot striker, this was a no-brainer. I bought the GoRun 3. It weighs 7.2 oz in size 9.5. I didn't weigh the Ride 3, but it's heavier than the 3 and lighter than the Ultra.

Ok, great- Thanks for the feedback! Sounds like I couldn't go wrong with the GoRuns. I tried the Ultras, but they were too much shoe. I would go with the Rides for easy runs and the GoRuns for faster stuff and hopefully work for the marathon.

I am a wear tester for Skechers, so I have put a couple hundred miles on each of the above mentioned models over the past few months. First of all, why do you only train in flats? That is just asking for an injury. Get a second pair of shoes with a bit more cushioning to use on easier runs, especially recovery after races and hard workouts. Your shins will really thank you.

GoRides are not a racing shoe - too clunky but OK for running on trails (although the model I got is a bit too tight around the toes). Ultras are definitely not a racing shoe unless you are doing a 100 miler or something. Definitely too heavy, but I like the cushioning, so I use them for long runs on the roads, even though the extra torque from the weight strains your hamstrings quite a bit, so it's a tradeoff.

GoRun3s (same as GoRun2) are a minimalist shoe that may be OK for short races. I found them to be a bit too flimsy to perform well in anything longer than a 10k, especially if it's wet. But your preference may vary. I use them almost exclusively for training runs on trails now.

GoMebs (or GoSpeeds, which is the same model) are quite a good racing flat for long road races. I found the originals to be a little bit better than the new gilded GoMeb2s Limited Edition because they had a slightly more sturdy sole under big toe and inside of the foot. I never had any blisters or calf or Achilles issues once I started racing in them, so I guess they are the best fit for my flat feet that I could find.

Because I had a lot of injuries 10+ years ago training in regular trainers, switched to lighter/more flexible racing flats, and have generally been much healthier and able to run more mileage, train consistently, and improve. I've tried wearing regular trainers over the years (Nike Pegasus and Brooks Launch for example), and I can't handle a lot of regular training in them-- too soft and inflexible, and things like ~IT band/shins/joints start to feel wonky. So I stick to

Forgot LR doesn't like the less than sign!

I stick to less than 8 ounce shoes cause that's what works the best for me.

How about the fit of the GoMebs in comparison to the GoRun 3s (which I go down 1/2 a size, compared to GoRun2s, because I prefer to wear them without the new insoles)?

Thanks for the feedback!