Hi
I am a lightly built (8 stone) female with a marathon pb of 3.20. I ran that in a pair of asics ds trainers (14) which am now trying to replace with little luck (in my size anyway) before next marathon in a few weeks. Has anyone run a full marathon in Asics ds racers or is that a ridiculous idea?! The asics ds trainer 15 seems to have more overlays and in a place that may cause me problems (like the 2140's do) so reluctant to try them for such a long distance. I've just bought a pair of Mizuno's for everyday training as they have a more roomy toe box so will see how they go but would also like a lighter weight shoe for races. Any recommendations for a marathon/half marathon shoe would be really appreciated.
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...including me eh phil - I ran london in them no problems in april, I'd suggest those. Another alternative though are the adios by adidas, but they are small sizes - ie get the size up
I'll be running next year in matching fastwichs with phil once he does 13.1 miles in them at a decent lick for champs start
I switched to Nike Lunaracers a couple of years ago. Very light (150g or thereabouts) and v well cushioned for a race shoe. I`m a bit of weed (9.5 stone, 2`43 marathoner) and they suit me fine. When I first tried them on they felt rather spongey but once up and running at a fair speed they were supremely comfortable.
Obviously much depends on your feet and style but might be worth having a look. I should say that I didn`t get on with DS racers. Caused me major calf & Achilles problems over long distances, BUT lots of people swear by them.
Other possibilities: Adidas Adizero range ?
I like the Mizuno Wave Precision 11s. They are a little more supportive than out and out racers, but you would still need strong feet to complete and marathon in them. I use them for 10Ks