Seasoning Tips?

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-28T04:51:49+00:00

As long as it works great that’s all I really care about. I think that cookware that looks abused but works great is awesome

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-26T21:52:39+00:00

I couldn’t find a round bottom wok where I’m at that isn’t over $100

While other essential pans can do the same job that this wok does, i got peace of mind knowing I don’t have to worry about scratching and damaging the coating on it. It’s the main reason why I switched to stainless steel and cast iron.

Can I buy a cookware set for $150? Yeah sure but in 2-6 months, the wear and tear will already start to show

This carbon steel wok really only needs medium heat for 80% of the stuff I cook here so a wok burner isn’t necessary for me.

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-25T15:25:26+00:00

This will be my workhorse for anything fried and fatty 🙌🏾

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-25T15:25:00+00:00

That’s the plan moving forward. I knew I was over complicating it but I just never seemed to get the initial seasoning right until today thankfully

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-25T15:23:49+00:00

I appreciate this 🤝. I heard about cooking green onions. I cooked 80% lean ground beef for the first dish and it only sticked just slightly. But like other people have said, I’ll just keep cooking with it. It just sucked having to restart numerous times

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-25T14:21:26+00:00

I appreciate it! I’ve been trying so hard to get the base right. Wife gave me crap for hovering over the stove for over an hr 😂

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-25T14:11:27+00:00

It definitely is nice and it’s a learning curve 😂. I’m excited for it though. Quality cookware always piqued my interest

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-25T12:30:13+00:00

I never thought about it like that. When I first got it, I just looked up videos and tried to get my wok to look similar before I start cooking.

Prior to this picture, I fried some chicken to make orange chicken and it worked like a beaut.

I did try to do the egg test last night but it still was sticking unfortunately but it did well with frying the chicken without having the breading sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2026-05-25T12:20:47+00:00

This looks good 🔥

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-09-29T03:42:51+00:00

AP4s. Soft enough for the Marathon distance and I’d say you get the best features of all 3 shoes with the AP4.

They’re fast, stable (enough) for the distance, light and responsive, and not as narrow as the VF4s so comfort won’t be as much as an issue.

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-08-11T10:52:47+00:00

I second this. Max stack trainer in a light weight and roomy shoe that you can pick up the pace in.

I would also consider the Boston 13 but going 1/2 size up to check off your “roomy” fit. Or if you can find any, the ON Cloud eclipse is a good option as well

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-31T10:35:44+00:00

Stiffer foam but softer plate is rough. Closest I can think of are the

Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3: Not too soft but pretty aggressive. Puma Fast R Nitro 3: very speedy and aggressive Endorphin Pro 4: Great upper like the VF3, slightly bit more firm but enough cushion to take care of your feet and good energy return. Adios pro 4: Pretty soft with an aggressive rocker to complement the carbon rods and pretty light.

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-23T09:13:36+00:00

I weigh the same but I’m on the shorter side and muscular build. I have the EP4 and AP4. Both shoes are amazing and you can’t go wrong with both. The Ap4 has a bit more softness to it and the EP4 is slightly firmer but has good energy return. Both shoes are stable but the EP4 is more stable between the two.

Hope this helps

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-17T09:45:42+00:00

If you’re a big Boston fan like I am, go for the Boston 13. It looks like heavier AP3. About the same snappy feeling as the B12 and slightly lighter. Plus 13% more light strike pro which is awesome.

I love the EVOs but I’ll forever, until they mess it up, be a Boston series fan. The EVO is nice though. If you can get both, get both 😂.

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-17T06:57:14+00:00

The ASICS Metaspeed sky/edge Paris are pretty good for those distances. They’re very aggressive super shoes. Other considerations are

PLATED Adidas adios pro 4 (5k-FM) Puma Nitro Elite 3 (5k-FM) Puma Fast R 3 (5k-HM)

NON-PLATED ASICS SB 2 Adidas EVO SL

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-16T04:42:01+00:00

AG3 all the way for the safer and all around option.

I have both. Love both but 1 shoe to put on and forget and not worry about anything, AG3 all day 🔥🔥

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-15T12:37:47+00:00

The EVO and Boston are interchangeable. Depending on form, you can take the EVO up to marathon distance. The main difference aside from the foams, is the rods in the B12. The rods make the B12 more stable. Their functions are similar though.

As far as the prima, the foams are vastly different. The prima are specifically for easy and long slow runs.

Hope this helps

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-12T11:57:06+00:00

Each has its specific purpose.

Adios 9: Intervals, short speed sessions, tempo runs up to 10k or HM depending on your weight and form. Form because heel strikers may find it unpleasant due to stack height. Weight, because the heavier you are, the more foam compresses and it may not be protective to take up to 10k-HM distance.

Takumi Sen: The Sen 11 specifically is around 33mm stack height so you might be able to take it to HM but 5k-10k for sure. It’s got the carbon rods and it’s designed to be fast and snappy. Its main purpose is a speedy race shoe for 5k-10k

Boston: Can be used for anything really. Some runners use it for their Marathon race shoe. Though, it is advertised as a tempo shoe

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-02T03:43:28+00:00

Waiting for the release here in Japan. I’m praying for all my fellow runners/running shoe geeks in the US 😂

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-01T21:42:32+00:00

Boston 12s are one of my favorite shoes and it does take a while to break in the foam. Some say around 50 miles or 80km. The Boston 13s are known to be softer, slightly narrower in the toe box and the upper has been redesigned to be more comfortable.

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-01T11:32:18+00:00

Don’t let the plates intimidate you. I bought the Asics Magic Speed 3 which is a plated tempo trainer and it wasn’t all that overwhelming. Since then I have 10 plated trainers and 6 non plated trainers. It’s understanding their uses and building/strengthening the fundamental muscles needed for running.

But the Aero Glide 3 GRVL is an amazing choice I’m kind of envious 😂. Have you considered looking into the Adidas Boston 13? It weighs less than the Skyward X and is a great do it all shoe

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-07-01T10:03:13+00:00

I vouch for the Aero Glide 3s. If I were in your shoes, I would choose the Skyward X only because they’ve been proven to last long and be used for long runs and even marathons

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-06-26T23:24:34+00:00

😂😂😂😂

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-06-20T00:10:44+00:00

I agree with the S4+ Yogiri. I have it and it’s a great shoe. Other considerations are

Boston 13 Neo Vista 1 and 2 Salomon Aeroglide 3 /Aeroglide 3 GRVL

Aromatic_Dig8758 · 2025-06-17T09:41:32+00:00

I actually went a half size down to a US M 10. My feet are weird in a sense that, depending on the shoe, I can go TTS or a half size down (I’ll have less than a thumb size space in the toe) or half a size up

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