I really like Saucony. No brand loyalty, they just work for my feet (not too narrow, not overly cloudy or cushy). Thoughts on a shoe for a first-time marathon? I can do long runs in my Triumphs very well but they certainly don't feel super responsive - and by the time my marathon rolls around in 6-ish months, they'll be at the 4-500 mile mark anyway. I like Rides and Kinvaras a lot, but neither seem fit for a marathon. Endorphin Speed 3s? I'm worried that seems overkill for a "just finish w/o injuries" goal. Or maybe it's not? Or maybe there's a similar-style shoe you'd recommend in this context?
Thanks as always! Need to try some more of the shoes on this list. For context, I tried the NB 1080s (just walking around the store, not a proper run) and thought they were way too cushy/marshmallow-y for me.
I really like Saucony. No brand loyalty, they just work for my feet (not too narrow, not overly cloudy or cushy). Thoughts on a shoe for a first-time marathon? I can do long runs in my Triumphs very well but they certainly don't feel super responsive - and by the time my marathon rolls around in 6-ish months, they'll be at the 4-500 mile mark anyway. I like Rides and Kinvaras a lot, but neither seem fit for a marathon. Endorphin Speed 3s? I'm worried that seems overkill for a "just finish w/o injuries" goal. Or maybe it's not? Or maybe there's a similar-style shoe you'd recommend in this context?
Thanks as always! Need to try some more of the shoes on this list. For context, I tried the NB 1080s (just walking around the store, not a proper run) and thought they were way too cushy/marshmallow-y for me.