Amazingly I have run 45 km over the past one week with 20 km over the past 3 days to Sunday. This is the highest mileage I have reached since February 2007 when I had to almost stop running due to injury.
On Saturday morning, I got my Saucony Progrid Triump 4 from Choi. I ran 6 km on Saturday and 3 km on Sunday using this shoe. The shoe is designed for a neutral runner but I found was it is also acceptable for a slight pronator like me. I got the black/gold colour version which is a bit too flashly looking for me.
The cushioning is quite soft and certainly feels softer than my ASICS GT-2110. The forefoot transition is a bit stiffer, probably due to the stiffer upper structure. A noticeable crease formed on the upper corresponding to the part where the sole bends or transitions during the lift cycle of the forefoot. Comfort wise , the shoe fits well but perhaps need a little bit of breaking in to soften and fit to the foot. I also have to get used to much lower heel section is much lower compared to all the ASICS GT-XXX models I have worn in the past.
Overall the shoe is quite light with a very soft ride. There is one area where the shoe needs improvement; the area where the tongue is sewed to the the upper can be felt and is potential to form a blister.
2 comments:
yeah, you may be rite. the upper material may need a little breaking in. perhaps wearing them out on weekend walks would do the trick.
krunner, great feedbacks and I will defintely take this back to Saucony. It is great to hear the shoe is up to ur expectation.
Yeah, i think the shoe need a little breaking in. Its same for me too and after 2 x 20k runs, the shoe feels great and comfortable. So far no blister for me.
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