tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post8980612622688604203..comments2024-03-19T02:00:13.991-06:00Comments on Road Trail Run: Reebok Forever Floatride Energy Initial Review: Light, Lively, and Well Priced Super FoamSam Winebaumhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-56657881041510239852020-01-18T08:17:43.294-07:002020-01-18T08:17:43.294-07:00Thanks for your feedback Jimmy!
Sam, EditorThanks for your feedback Jimmy!<br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-70099526691834690382020-01-17T14:22:59.579-07:002020-01-17T14:22:59.579-07:00100 mile update: I hate to admit it but I'm en...100 mile update: I hate to admit it but I'm enjoying these shoes much more than I did initially. While I still don't reach for these on long or recovery runs the stiffness/firmness has subsided enough (either they broke in or maybe I got used to it?) where I can see occasionally doing those runs in these shoes. But more importantly these shoes really shine at speed, i.e I can now really feel a pronounced bounce while doing speedwork. I can even see racing up to the half marathon in these. I've been doing speedwork in these and also 890 v7 and have liked both, where the Reeboks are bouncier and the New Balance is lighter and both have a firm no sink cushion quality. The Skechers Ride 7 has been my go to for easy and long runs. I also ran a couple times in the Ride 8, it's faster and firmer than the Ride 7 so more of a performance trainer like the Reebok. While the Ride 8 has more cushion than the Reebok it feels somewhat clunky and less agile/less race-worthy so I prefer the Reebok.Jimmyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10181056764012977238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-4886768447080047572019-05-16T16:50:11.565-06:002019-05-16T16:50:11.565-06:00Thanks Steve! Updated stats in the review
Sam, Edi...Thanks Steve! Updated stats in the review<br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-52128877273885311012019-05-15T18:06:21.145-06:002019-05-15T18:06:21.145-06:00Hi Sam, I contacted running warehouse and they upd...Hi Sam, I contacted running warehouse and they updated the stack height information for mens shoes its 29/19.<br />Cheers<br />SteveAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-35726292347157121432019-05-15T04:18:14.378-06:002019-05-15T04:18:14.378-06:00Hi Sam,
I hope the trekking went well - looks like...Hi Sam,<br />I hope the trekking went well - looks like some amazing photos on facebook. Great review - are you going to add your bit into the review too as I always enjoy your perspective. Do you know what the stack height is for the mens version of the reebok?<br /> Cheers SteveAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-26101415146449807242019-05-15T02:58:14.153-06:002019-05-15T02:58:14.153-06:00Hi Steve and Francis, multi tester review just pos...Hi Steve and Francis, multi tester review just posted! Sorry for the delay. Was trekking 13 days across Switzerland. <br />Sam, Editor Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-24500429569759626512019-05-15T01:18:51.552-06:002019-05-15T01:18:51.552-06:00Hi Sam,
I second the question - when is the Reebok...Hi Sam,<br />I second the question - when is the Reebok forever floatride energy multi tester review coming out - hopefully soon. I found your reviews are the first point of reference for checking out new running shoes.<br />Cheers<br />Steve Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-56058321947471365542019-05-13T01:44:00.840-06:002019-05-13T01:44:00.840-06:00Hi RoadTrailRUn crew !!
Thanks for your great rev...Hi RoadTrailRUn crew !!<br /><br />Thanks for your great reviews, truly helps :).<br /><br />When will the multitesters review be online ? Can't wait to read it :)Francisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-70830848212469361302019-05-04T08:13:48.703-06:002019-05-04T08:13:48.703-06:00Have 30 miles on it now, overall it is pretty good...Have 30 miles on it now, overall it is pretty good. As Max mentioned, it combines a few good features. Here are a few drawbacks O observed.<br />1. The tongue keep slipping to the side during my run. Tried a few ways but no help. It does not bother my run but just feel annoying. <br />2. Also, the upper is a little warm. My feet is warm at a 65 degree day that I can feel my socks damped. This is rare for me. Never had this on other shoes at this temperature.<br />3. The toe box height is a little low and not very priabke. Hopefully, it will be better after 50miles.<br />4. Outsole slap on the ground and quite noisy. I know it is a balance between durability and noise. <br /><br />ChrisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-63767786846519586892019-05-01T08:47:22.046-06:002019-05-01T08:47:22.046-06:00Hi Mac, I like your cards joke, that was clever. I...Hi Mac, I like your cards joke, that was clever. I agree that 1400 v6 is not springy and has been going downhill since v3 but it transitions really well, its light, and can be used for a wide range of distances depending on the runners tolerance. BTW I was referring to MR3 rather than MR4. I actually like the MR3 for daily training, its soft and bouncy and doesnt bottom out at speed like the Beacons which makes it versatile but for true speed the Razor is obviously more suitable. Beacons are tough to beat when going slow or long though. RFE definitely feels like a durable shoe, I felt no midsole compression and the full coverage outsole looks built to last but those elements are probably what limit it to short moderate pace runs for me. I'm tried on 890 v7s (half size down) and while I'm waiting for them to go on sale, I think they might work better for me as a do it all type shoe. There is a little more stretch in the upper than I like and while the midsole is firm the sparse outsole made them feel more forgiving than the RFE but of course they are $20 more and wont be as durable.Jimmyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10181056764012977238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-78311231592939852962019-05-01T05:50:43.400-06:002019-05-01T05:50:43.400-06:00Yo Unknown!
I agree, the Beacon is softer. Haven&...Yo Unknown! <br />I agree, the Beacon is softer. Haven't tried the MR4, but looking forward to it. I also agree that the Razor 3 is one of the best fast shoes on the market. I personally felt that the 1400 felt dead, but reasonable people may disagree on that one :-) <br />I know you can expect the RFE's midsole to be more durable than the Beacon's and 1400's midsoles.<br />Odd that I have pretty wide feet, but I actually have a better fit in the RFE than the SR3. <br />That being said, I think our only real disagreement might be that I consider the RFE to be a very well-priced Jack of All Trades, while it sounds like you consider it to be a Seven of Clubs of All Trades, lol. But although you can certainly find softer, or lighter, or faster, or springier, or cheaper shoes out there, I am not sure you will find one that is softer, lighter, faster, springier, AND cheaper. <br />That being said, thanks for your insight. Always good to remember that people's feet and tastes are very individualistic, and there really isn't an "All Things for All People" shoe out there. <br />All the best :-) Machttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13232977644479667246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-81963540489162684272019-04-30T20:16:08.135-06:002019-04-30T20:16:08.135-06:00This shoe is much firmer than anticipated consider...This shoe is much firmer than anticipated considering how it is marketed as a do it all daily trainer. I certainly wouldn't use these for easy or long runs which currently are done in Beacons or Maxroads and these also can't compare with 1400s or Razors for fast paces. Also, these shoes run long but not wide so if you down size and dont have super narrow feet, enjoy your blisters. I guess now I know to skip shoes marketed this way in the future since if they do it all then they dont excel at anything and thus wont have a place in my rotation.Jimmyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10181056764012977238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-75002917908661159632019-04-30T11:06:32.946-06:002019-04-30T11:06:32.946-06:00Thanks Sam. I will give true to size a try first. ...Thanks Sam. I will give true to size a try first. Dennis Chuihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03211877635924470849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-17549926441129344062019-04-30T10:37:55.589-06:002019-04-30T10:37:55.589-06:00Hi Dennis,
I had both a half size up (all Reebok h...Hi Dennis,<br />I had both a half size up (all Reebok had early) and true to size. I am better at true to size but they are a bit long. Forever has a fairly snug upper, performance fit. Jeff sized his down.<br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-2009176808498996432019-04-30T10:23:26.586-06:002019-04-30T10:23:26.586-06:00So should I order true to size or 1/2 size down? So should I order true to size or 1/2 size down? Dennis Chuihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03211877635924470849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-47649897125461633722019-04-29T08:00:55.151-06:002019-04-29T08:00:55.151-06:00Hey RTR crew !!!
Another great review for another...Hey RTR crew !!!<br /><br />Another great review for another pair that sounds great.<br /><br />When will the update with the other reviewer will be available ? Looking forward to read it !<br /><br />Chears from BelgiumJPnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-14299309345138897872019-04-23T23:34:55.486-06:002019-04-23T23:34:55.486-06:00Hi,
It would be great to compare the Reebok to the...Hi,<br />It would be great to compare the Reebok to the skechers go run ride 7, the NB Beacon and 1080 v9, Nike epic react and the Hoka Rukon. Also how soon will the review be? Thanks :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-30670834073939535462019-04-23T16:07:37.731-06:002019-04-23T16:07:37.731-06:00Hi Francis,
Mon plaisir! The Skechers but since yo...Hi Francis,<br />Mon plaisir! The Skechers but since you mention forest paths I hesitate as the forefoot is not as stable as the others. If the Glycerin 15 has worked on those paths the Skechers may too <br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-24768034311145447042019-04-23T16:04:47.866-06:002019-04-23T16:04:47.866-06:00Thanks for the so fast answer Sam !
And in terms ...Thanks for the so fast answer Sam !<br /><br />And in terms of cushion, which one between the Vomero the Skechers and the floatride has the softest and more comfortable outsole ?<br /><br />Thanks again you rock !<br /><br />Francisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-67626369756364642602019-04-23T15:44:26.842-06:002019-04-23T15:44:26.842-06:00Hi Francis,
3 nice choices. Given forest paths I m...Hi Francis,<br />3 nice choices. Given forest paths I might steer clear of GRR7, not as stable upfront as the others. If on forest paths if you want lighter and more dynamic the Forever Energy which is on the edge between daily trainer and lighter performance trainer. If you want a more stable substantial shoe with great trail worthy support and even traction the Vomero 14. It has a distinct forward flex point so if you pick up the pace it really flies. Reviews of both and also look at Salomon Sonic RA and NB 1080v9 at the link below.<br />Sam, Editor <br />Thanks for reading Road Trail Run! See our page with links 100’s of in depth shoe and gear reviews <a href="http://www.roadtrailrun.com/p/blog-page.html" rel="nofollow">HERE</a>. You can also follow RoadTrailRun on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram where we publish interesting run related content more frequently as well as links to our latest reviews. <br />Shopping through links on articles help support RoadTrail Run and is much appreciated!Sam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-24974624620467822652019-04-23T15:34:40.584-06:002019-04-23T15:34:40.584-06:00Hi,
Thanks again for all these great reviews.
I ...Hi,<br /><br />Thanks again for all these great reviews.<br /><br />I am currently looking for my new pair of running and I strongly hesitate between these Floatride Energy, the Skechers GoRun Ride 7 or the nike Vomero 14.<br /><br />I'm a 40 years old men of 1m80 and around 160 lbs, I go for run 1 to 3 times a week, on road but also often on forrest paths. I am not a very fast runner, I currently run with the Brooks Glycerin 16 but I am now looking for something more dynamic. To sum up I'm looking for a stable and smooth cushioned daily trainer but that could be able to speed up a little bit :) <br /><br />Which of these 3 would models would you recommend ? <br /><br />Thanks a again from France to the staff here for their great work !Francisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-27284991972711580082019-04-22T19:11:41.279-06:002019-04-22T19:11:41.279-06:00Thank you very much for your insights and comparis...Thank you very much for your insights and comparisons.<br />Sam, EditorSam Winebaumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17969086391170473784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-70076035070029461662019-04-21T15:00:27.029-06:002019-04-21T15:00:27.029-06:00The sock liner is lightly glued to the midsole, no...The sock liner is lightly glued to the midsole, not hard to take it out. It is about 1-2mm thickness as usual.<br /><br />I just ran RFE 8 miles out of box on a light trail, converted from railway. It is just so so at 9min or slower pace, but back to life between 7.5 and 8min pace. Did not try anything faster today though. <br /><br />Comparing to SGR7, it has less material at forefoot and more at heel. The foam is firmer than react for sure. I would prefer SGR7 for as I am not so much a heel striker. But I do like the durable outsole of RFE, especially for the light trail. However, SGR7 is surprisingly durable for its outsole. Those rubber stripes handle dirt without any issue. I just ran down my SGR7 over 400 miles with at least 100 miles on dirt.<br /><br />I also tried Launch 6. They are very similar shoes but Launch 6 is ~1oz heavier per shoe and a little more clumsy. <br /><br />I hope RFE can last 400 miles on the dirt trail. Hopefully, we can get RFE cheaper in a few months. <br /><br />ChrisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-54171776766110153152019-04-18T05:57:51.894-06:002019-04-18T05:57:51.894-06:00Hi and thanks for the great review.
I've red ...Hi and thanks for the great review.<br /><br />I've red that we cannot remove the sock liner, is not possible at all ? I use orthopedic insole but would be interested by these shoes.<br /><br />Thanks in advance<br /><br />FrancisFrancisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10529476.post-76144932534789068732019-04-17T10:07:17.861-06:002019-04-17T10:07:17.861-06:00Unknown - I have run in lower drop shoes for most ...Unknown - I have run in lower drop shoes for most of a decade, yes. Recently, I have had some achilles issues, and running in higher drop shoes seems to offer some relief. (I even resorted to inserting a gel heel cup into my lower drop shoes when the problem was really bad!) All that to say, I now think that drop really doesn't matter a whole lot as it pertains to foot strike. As long as the shoe is neutral (no firm medial posting), it won't interfere with your mechanics. <br />Specifically, the Glycerin is a LOT of shoe. The Forever Energy & the Floatride Fast are fairly minimally built, drop aside. As a former Low Drop Snob who now really doesn't even look at the amount of drop in a shoe, I would encourage you to give these a shot. <br />All the best :-) Machttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13232977644479667246noreply@blogger.com