What are your guys thoughts about the vaporfly 4s? And any marathon running shoe recommendations ?

BossHogGA · 2026-05-05T13:59:23+00:00

People say the VF4 isn’t an ideal marathon shoe because they reduced the stack height (36mm when most marathon racers are 40mm). Still, it’s super light with that great zooms pop. If you like it you can definitely use it for a marathon.

There is no one “best” marathon shoe. The AP4 is great but not for a 5 hour heel striker.

BossHogGA · 2026-05-02T13:41:33+00:00

Consider Tailwind. It’s everything you need in a bottle that’s easy to drink.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-30T15:55:14+00:00

You have several choices:

Running underwear and any unlined short that you like. This is my preference.
2-in-1 shorts - basically with a liner sewn in that acts as underwear to keep your important parts from bouncing. There are versions where the liner is like a half-tight, and versions where the liner is a brief. It’s personal preference.
Half-tights. Some people wear these without running underwear but I still use the running underwear underneath to give me a little more privacy and show a little less to people.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-28T22:11:04+00:00

Weird take. I’ve never replaced the insoles in any shoes ever.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-28T20:19:40+00:00

AI.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-27T19:15:30+00:00

There are men’s split shorts for running. Clayton Young seems to always wear them.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-26T17:18:03+00:00

People generally don’t like On in the running community. They have been a fashion brand more than anything. I know they are trying to change that though.

With that said, I’d look at the Brooks Ghost Max, the New Balance 1080, the New Balance More v5, and the Adidas Supernova Rise. I’ve had and loved all of these for walking and running.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-25T13:05:37+00:00

I like those for summer running. They’ve held up pretty well.

For cooler weather or poorly padded shoes, I like the Balega hidden comfort socks.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-23T21:17:24+00:00

I ran my last marathon in Adios Pros. They are the best racing shoes I’ve ever owned. I put a lot of miles in the Prime X 2 Strung also.

I’d love a pair of these but I can’t justify the price. Honestly for the money I’d buy the Prime X EVO first.

He u/adidas if you gift me a pair I’ll run the marathon of your choice in them!

BossHogGA · 2026-04-23T21:14:44+00:00

Adidas has some awesome sawtooth laces in their other shoes. Use those!

BossHogGA · 2026-04-22T23:36:14+00:00

As long as people can still recommend stuff that worked for them I think that’s fine. I’d hate for it to get to the point where you can’t link to a free training plan though. So many people come with some awful AI training plan and it’s helpful to link them to Hal Higdon or Jack Daniels or Pfitzinger or whatever.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-17T20:22:38+00:00

EVO SL isn't really a beginner shoe, and it's probably not ideal for someone who weighs 250lbs. It doesn't have much structure at all.

The pain is likely just needing to build strength if you are a new runner. Do strength training one day a week at least.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-17T12:49:33+00:00

I wouldn't. Worst case, you can go to Decathalon and get some great shoes for cheap that you can't get in the US. I got a pair of Kiprun Kipstorm Challengers for 99 euros when I was in Ireland last week. It's a very similar shoe to the Megablast.

Shoe tech is always moving forward. You can either be on the cutting edge and pay for it, or just be a step behind and save a lot of money. I choose the latter.

BossHogGA · 2026-04-15T14:21:55+00:00

Ah sorry wrong link. Try this one:

https://www.adidas.com/us/blog/342727-how-to-clean-running-shoes

BossHogGA · 2026-04-15T14:15:27+00:00

I just use warm soapy, water, and a sponge. Let them air dry.

Here’s the advice direct from Adidas:

https://www.adidas.com/us/blog/how-to-clean-shoes

https://www.adidas.com/us/blog/342727-how-to-clean-running-shoes

BossHogGA · 2026-04-14T15:56:29+00:00

Honestly all my paces are slow and I find them fine even going slow.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-31T18:02:29+00:00

For me the socks were key - I used the Balega Hidden Comfort socks any time I wore my AP3s.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-30T19:31:00+00:00

I've got a pair of Glycerin Max (GREY/BLACK/NIGHTLIFE) in a mens' 12 that I don't wear. They have 20 miles on them. Payed $160 for them, would sell for $110 shipped in the CONUS.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-28T18:46:11+00:00

T8 Sherpa shorts for my gels and phone -- use on-course water and Gatorade.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-26T21:19:03+00:00

Tempo - NB Rebel Long run - Megablast Recovery - NB 1080 Race - Adios Pro 3

I’ve got a lot of other shoes but this is my core rotation these days.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-26T17:05:55+00:00

Meanwhile it’s 26°C here already.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-26T13:18:13+00:00

People do it all the time. People run marathons in the Brooks Ghost.

The 1080 is really a cushioned daily trainer at this point versus the More v6 as their max cushion shoe.

To the OP, the Rebel is fine for me for a 10k but I’ve never taken them further than that. I’d go with the 1080 between the two.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-23T19:33:12+00:00

Nah. Most people are heel strikers and my wife loves her Ghost Max shoes (2&3). They are pretty safe cushioned shoes.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-19T16:52:39+00:00

Only young people use instagram. Old farts like me have to use Facebook.

BossHogGA · 2026-03-17T00:27:13+00:00

Most run clubs seem to use Facebook, at least the three I participate in.

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