Hi all - I am looking to move in to more minimilist running and have just bought a pair of the vivobraefoot range. However I also need a new pair of everyday/gym trainers that I can also use for running (during both transitioning from normal to minimilist running and also for running longer distances (as I plan to run a couple of marathons before the end of the year and do not want to do these in the vivobarefoot shoes). SO - basically I am torn between buying the Saucony ProGrid Mirage or Brooks Ghost 4 as this pair.
DOes anyone have any experience/recommendations on this front?
Any help very VERY much appreciated! I am lost!
Thanks
Holly
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I haven't tried the Brooks Ghost 4 but I love the Saucony ProGrid Mirage. I am a forefront runner and they have plenty forefoot cushioning to stop the burning balls of feet pain I used to get when wearing more supportive/heel cushioned shoes. They are pretty light and I have narrow feet and they fit well. Maybe worth going and trying both out on a treadmill at one of the running stores.
I really am tempted to try the Mirage's, I currently run in Guide 4's but I am a little bit worried that I won't adjust to the lower heel to toe drop.
Guess there's only one way to find out! will get a pair at the end of the month and see how I go.
Hi all thank you for your help!
I also find the fit a little odd. They are slightly on the narrow and pointed side for my foot shape and they feel very odd when standing but curiously they feel much more comfortable when running. For all that they are lightweight, grippy and feel pretty good to run in.
I have now got my Mirage 2's, only done a 4 and a 5 mile run in the so far but tey feel great. Nice and light, the front does feel snug but not uncomfortable.
Definitely a different feel to running in my old Guide 4's and will take a little bit of getting used to. I am very happy with them so far.