Best Marathon Racing Shoes of 2024

[@k2w2yut]

Watched your review on Nitro elite 3, bought it, ran 200kM, a marathon, still fresh as new. Thank kofuzi

[@kofuzi]

great to hear!

[@hanwayl]

stitching together clips with different shoes to form complete gait cycles--that intro is nice.

[@kofuzi]

thank you 🙏

[@ATREU850]

Just ran my first sub 3 in Alphafly 3 at Panama City marathon (2:59:10) and is easily the best of this list in my opinion

[@kofuzi]

Congratulations!

[@choccyverstapilton]

ASICS has a good year for the most part. Race: AP3 /Sky Paris Long: Superblast 2 Daily: SL2 Speed: VF2 Recovery: sleep 🥵

[@dr_mohdabuhasan]

Recovery 😂

[@didiktyopras1456]

Wkwkkwkwkw ROTFL

[@camonly849]

Why do you use a different plated shoe for speed work and not your race shoe?

[@choccyverstapilton]

@ I mostly race marathons so go with Sky Paris or Alpha 3 and save them mostly for that. Not a fan of VF2 for marathons but they’re great for shorter distances so they’re the short interval shoe.

[@camonly849]

@@choccyverstapilton ahhh I gottcha.

[@A_SEGA_Dremcast]

Still loving the Metaspeed Sky Paris after two marathons, many workouts, and a few other races. The footstrike sounds they make remind me of that "psssh" sound boxers and fighters make when throwing blows.

[@mfmmel]

Aubrey chose Puma as the best of the year too! I'm so happy I could get a pair as soon as it was released. It's really awesome and durable.

[@PatrickStar_24]

Aubrey also put the NB in top 3. So I wouldn't put too much stock into him 😂

[@dejodejodejo]

Great stuff!! Mentioning weight as an advantage & disadvantage is highly relevant for racing shoes alongside how the tech in each shoe interacts, and I only missed the info of the weight itself across the 5 shoes you picked

[@kofuzi]

I have detailed reviews of each of the shoes where I go into weight and other technical details

[@runsalmon]

As someone who bought my shoe rotation from PUMA because of your recommendation. really happy seeing this videos! more power kofuzi!

[@joelmead]

Vaporfly 2 still rocks in 2024

[@peter7371]

Yes lol I used it on a tempo today and gosh it’s so good. So much better than the 3

[@jacobduplessis6970]

@@peter7371 is the 3 just a lot more aggresive?

[@kofuzi]

I think the women’s champ of the 2024 Valencia Marathon would agree with you. I’m pretty sure that’s what she wore

[@joelmead]

@@kofuzi And Kelvin Kiptum at London

[@soul_headshot]

⁠​⁠@@kofuziKelvin Kiptum wore them on his marathon debut.

[@balden9]

DNE3 IS SO DAMN GOOD! Puma wins brand of the year for me. Velocity 3 has been my favorite daily. It just eatsssss miles.

[@Manuel-901]

Morning all. !!!Saucony endorphin pro 4 for ever!!!!. Like from 🇪🇸 Spain. Have a great day.

[@B.Wise.B.Running]

Glad you included the adios pro 4 at the end. Very excited for it! Can’t wait to hear more about it

[@hjemmeis]

Puma has been killing it lately. I have 400km in Madmax and 200km in Elite 3, perfect combo!

[@kofuzi]

that is a nice duo

[@jordanmiller5627]

Excellent video Kofuzi! My picks are the Puma DNE 3 and Hoka Cielo X1. Love those shoes!

[@elmerj.tena.]

that intro was awesome - putting the avengers feel on running shoes, like ironman suit type thing 😂

[@LuisReynoso7]

Yo what’s going on Ko. Enjoyed your video. I can definitely agree about the DNE3. I ran NYC and Berlin this year with DNE3. Loved them.

[@earthad666]

Picked up the nitro elite 3 for super cheap. So glad I did. The shoe is amazing!

[@freeking4291]

Yesss! Love Puma’s running shoes since 2022, now I’m a Cat lover no question 🙌🏻

[@LucasH567]

That intro was FIRE!!! 🔥

[@RoshanFernandez-md5cf]

Brilliant video!! I loved the Cielo and AF3, didn’t get on with the Sky Paris unfortunately and the Nitro Elite 3 went under my radar and now can’t get a hold of them 😢

[@ksteege]

Agreed on the Puma Deviate Elite - it is really an awesome shoe. I love the NB SC Elite v4 as well but the Puma a litttle better. Also picked up a pair of the Kygo Pros at the NYC Marathon that I am enjoying but its also a 2025 shoe.

[@andriboh]

I love my DNE3, great shoe, and it's the cheapest of the list

[@patrykodedina9004]

I've loved the nitro elite 3 for my 1 mile and 5k PR attempts. They're a bit firmer than my other racing shoes but very responsive so great for shorter distance. Alphafly 3 has been my go to for half marathon and full marathons. I'd consider trying the nitro elite 3 for my next 13.1

[@kofuzi]

I think the Nitro Elite 3 might surprise you for 13.1

[@PedroManuelHN]

I'm super excited for the Tempo Shoes of 2024 review , I'm hoping to get a pair of Tempo shoes for Christmas this year

[@gingram2]

AlphaFly 3's were the shoe I wore when I crushed my PB by 8 whole minutes! I didn't even think I could run that fast bc I never touched the pace I ran during the race in training in them, but it felt easy in the AF3's during the race.

[@liamhockey9189]

Love the Cielo X1 as soon as they release the new lighter version in Feb im getting them 😅

[@lucasfcezario]

I've been loving my Metaspeed Sky Paris! Despite having run just about 60 miles, they've brought me lots of PBs in my runs. Never would expect the DNE3 to win, that's a big surprise! Haven't tested them, though.

[@paulcargill]

Picked up a pair of Metaspeed edge Paris. It’s the go to show for going fast. Distance doesn’t matter speed does. If it’s a hard workout then that what I pick.

[@brianway4240]

Great stuff! I may be getting more than 1 shoe mentioned.

[@mrne1433]

The Adios Pro 4 has got to be the most beautiful running shoe ever created yet. It looks so sleek, fast and doesn't have weird midsole sculpture or funky geometry like other supershoes have.

[@justin3017]

Good stuff! Thanks Ko.

[@pwildcats7]

Nice list. For my high volume/slightly wide feet (midfoot strike) I went with TYR Valkyrie Elite and Cielo X1. Sadly Puma did not work for my feet when trying in store.

[@mrm9561]

I really hope the adios pro 4 is good, I need a marathon shoe and the pricing is spot on with this.

[@andrecerrado3912]

Great stuff!

[@kofuzi]

thanks for watching!

[@FinnyFinnFinn96]

Mentally bookmarking all these best of 2024 for when I’m on the market in 2026

[@JanaKutliakova]

My favourite carbon plate shoes are Asics metaspeed sky Paris and Adidas adizero adios pro 3

[@EnviroNerd411]

I love your reviews, but I find that I rarely agree with your picks. Not to say you’re wrong, but we clearly have different needs. My race day pick was the NB SC Elite. I needed more stability than most racers offer and the more open toe box agreed with my foot. It great to watch your stuff for the perspective of a different runner

[@Ekim2411]

Metaspeed Sky Paris is my favorite, but recently I've enjoyed the SC Elite a lot

[@yusnorrock1459]

💯% agree with you 👍 nitro elite 3 is King🫅 for all distance race 2024🫶

[@pbnotj1]

Lived in Duluth for 6-7 years, nice running community for the size . like a grandma’s marathon shout out to your PR :-)

[@kofuzi]

the shirt is from the movie The Great Outdoors, but I love it because it also reminds me of Grandma's

[@ajgross67]

Ran my first marathon in Metaspeed sky Paris, although I wish I had sized up half a size. Jury is still out if I am going to lose a toenail or not. Heck of a shoe though

[@Bryan_Gutierrez]

Good picks, I usually go with vaporfly/alphafly 3s for important speed/race days. But thinking next marathon the Metaspeeds or Saucony Elite 2s when they drop!

[@kofuzi]

I'm looking forward to trying the Endorphin Elite 2. I loved the first version.

[@thecaptainchas2820]

The Adios Pro 4 will have some stiff competition in 2025. The Endorphin Elite 2, Cielo X 1 2.0, the CloudBoom Strike LS, the Hyperion Elite 4 PB and Hyperion Elite 5… I thought 2024 was stacked, but 2025 is gonna be huge for high end racers!

[@rasyidizulkifli2285]

Aliphatic tpu seems to be the new best foam, of not mistaken the adios Pro 4 is using that too along with puma

[@silvermandavid]

My Puma Deviate Nitro 3s are great, but extremely narrow. Wondering if the same could be said of the Elites.

[@kofuzi]

ifthe Nitro 3 is too narrow, you will likely have problems with all of the shoes on this list (except maybe the Cielo X1). you will want to size up

[@edlorenz1552]

The foam in the ASICS is only slightly softer than the Adios pro 3s. I find the edge version of these to be very fast. Maybe your feelings are different because you run in the sky version.

[@kofuzi]

your assumption is incorrect. I have both the Edge and Sky Paris. I have about 50 miles in the Edge , I think (Strava would know the exact number). I typically only run in the Edge for short and very fast sessions. The turnover is quick and powerful in that shoe, but the plate position is quite aggressive and fatigues my arches. I couldn't run a marathon in that shoe. And recently, in any situation where I would have reached for the Edge Paris, I have instead been reaching for the Nitro Elite 3. It feels like it is designed for the same type of runner, and I get quick turnover. But it doesn't bother my arches, so I feel like I could race anything from a mile to a marathon in that shoe.

[@LukeTalbot3]

Maybe it’s just me, but the fact the AP4’s have been given out to select people but don’t release until January is crazy. Great way to build hype, but man I’m not patient enough for that 😂

[@JDeezle21]

Grab you a pair of Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3's

[@edlorenz1552]

Bro, it’s only 1 month away.

[@LukeTalbot3]

@@edlorenz1552 But they’ve been out since before Berlin, feel like that’s a long time no?

[@edlorenz1552]

@@LukeTalbot3 agree but what I’m saying is you only have to wait like four more weeks? You’re almost there man, hang on.

[@LukeTalbot3]

@@edlorenz1552 Ohhh I gotchu, yeah now it's definitely not as bad of a wait 😆

[@redscap17]

I bought Metaspeed Edge Paris for Race... its light and fast.. I use it for 10km and 21km races... i would recommend for runners who has pace 5 and 6

[@camonly849]

Ima a slower runner and I love the edge paris. Such a fast shoe. First ever race shoe too, and that carbon plate and foam are insane.

[@redscap17]

@@camonly849 absolutely true... firstly i doubt that i could run 21km using Edge,,, fortunely Edge never upset me eventhough my time for hm only 2hr 18min... what a great shoe,,,

[@m0e566]

I was still rocking the VF2 and AF1 this year but they have both served there lifetime so I need something new for next season

[@Teezznn98]

Vaporfly 2 for marathon training and Vaporfly 3 for racing Looking forward to trying Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris as my next racing shoe

[@kofuzi]

if you love the VF3 (and more specifically, if you prefer the VF over the AF), I would also suggest trying (if possible) the Edge Paris before making your metaspeed decision

[@Teezznn98]

@kofuzi i literally just finished studying the differences between the edge and sky, I agree it seems the edge is more suited for my run style - fast-high cadence... thanks for the suggestion!

[@camonly849]

I was trying to figure out what version of the metaspeeds I should get and had a hard time with it as well. I've noticed mostly mid or forefoot strikers prefer the sky, and heel to midfoot prefer the edge. I bought the edge paris and they feel amazing. I've tried the vp3s in one full size down from my normal size (trying my friends). I did a very short test run, but it didn't feel like the bounce was near my edge paris's. I felt like the edge had a lot of bounce. The foam had good squish but felt very bouncy at the same time. The plate position was really good. I'm 5'8 180lbs and I am a heel to mid foot striker....if that helps. Good luck!

[@fishbone2402002]

Lets go Puma!

[@cheekster777]

Thank you Mike.

[@gabrielms26]

Great video! I get that you considered the adios pro 4 to be a 2025 shoe, but if it were competing this year, how high would you score it in the ranking?

[@abbyschwendler1107]

I actually love NB SC Elite V4. Im on my 2nd pair and looking for a 3rd. I'm an average runner, and they are just very comfortable and dependable. I wear them for long runs and races. They never bother my feet, which are unfortunately very sensitive. A lot of shoes make my feet ache.

[@kofuzi]

glad to hear they are working for you!

[@jimoconnor8597]

Big Cat energy!!!!!!!

[@sdcasbah]

Happy to hear the MetaSky Paris is soft! I've been afraid to wade in ASICS racers because they've been labeled as firm in past versions.

[@camonly849]

I have the edge paris and those definitely have squish to them. Feels fantastic under foot. Yes, it's a plated shoe, but I wouldn't say it's really firm or what not.

[@Maximilian745]

Personally for me Diadora Gara best racer shoes this year most comfortable fast shoes

[@snowwalker9999]

I’m surprised Saucony didn’t make the list. I haven’t tried the Pro 4. I couldn’t make it to any race this year due to an injury . But Endorphin Pro 4 DN Elite 3 and Metaspeed Sky were my top 3 choices.

[@kofuzi]

I found the Endorphin Pro 4 to be a bit underpowered. It felt too similar to the Endorphin Speed 4.

[@peterledrew2556]

Did you like the endorphin pro 4?

[@macau.friend]

Kofuzi casually slipping in a Nike shoe always cracks me up 😂

[@lukepaulson3428]

Do you think that the Puma is a good place to start for a person having never ran in a plated shoe before?

[@paulmulks]

Yes. Deviate Nitro Elite 3 is very friendly

[@joseordonez9090]

Terrific list, for a heavy runner DN Elite 3 o Endorphin Pro 4? Please help me, only can buy one in this Christmas 🙏🏽

[@kofuzi]

of those two, I'd probably say Endorphin Pro 4 from my entire list, I'd probably say Fast R2 or Cielo X1 off list, I'd also look at Tyr Valkyrie Elite

[@jesusdontexist]

Does anyone have an update on kofuzi’s beef with Nike?

[@mwailoon2111]

Where would you place the AP4 in ranking VS those 2024 best racing shoes? Running the Tokyo marathon and need to decide soon, can't wait till end 2025 😅.

[@kofuzi]

here is my review of the Adios Pro 4 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5C1aYObn7dmapIsi=ICqTopkd_SFibYMk

[@CL-dh2mf]

Whoa this transition at the beginning!!! *Chefskiss

[@kofuzi]

thank you 🙏

[@AmBr-y3j]

Have no worries about the improvement of the Cielo X1. The Cielo X1 2.0 is coming.

[@MrN0115]

Had Hoka Cielo X1, AF3 and Nitro Elite 3, like Nitro Elite 3 the most, it is not an rocker shoe compare to Cielo X1 but somehow it make me felt lots of bouncy and springy. Luckily the Supercomp Elite V4 is not in the list.

[@carlorunning85]

Would u recommend puma deviate elite 3 for runnng a marathon in 3 hours? Or is it for faster paces?

[@AdrianNiveau]

Puma delivered this year

[@scherry2900]

As last year with the Diviate Nitro 2 (non elite).

[@io-rj6sk]

@@scherry2900 is dn2 better than this years dn3?

[@scherry2900]

@@io-rj6sk i never run the new model. The DN2 was really hyped last year and also the DN3 had good reviews. Some people do not like the higher drop on paper, but saw not one reviewer which complained about it. If you get the DN2 on massiv discount. Just take it. I use them more often than the Superblast 2. Superblast is in my opinion only better for long fast runs (20k+)

[@macari4225]

Planning my shoe for my next marathon (tokyo 2025). Which one would you choose puma elite 3 or adios pro 4? I do not mind waiting till the ap4 get released

[@GeorgiaDawg404]

Interesting...you picked Puma for your favorite shoe of the year and race day shoe as well.

[@ActiveIdeas]

Lets gooooo 🔥🔥

[@melchiorvalentine769]

I’ve never been to Duluth but would go if you and you alone recommend

[@arv1n_kenn3x]

Where would you rank the SC elite v4 and the endorphin pro 4? ☺️

[@kofuzi]

Not in my top 5

[@arv1n_kenn3x]

​@@kofuzi😅

[@daffaadriantama1462]

what do u think the best daily trainer for overweight?

[@ericericerice]

hoping to find some nice sales on these in the upcoming year 🤞

[@jonanobeso23]

Hi! Im searching for a pair of shoes for my threshold and tempo runs at about 3.40’ - 4’ per km. Preferably with a smooth plate or without plate and good cushioning. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!

[@kofuzi]

stay tuned for the tempo category

[@mtbceri]

I noticed you say the name of all brands other than “Nike”. Any particular reason? 🤔

[@skobodabaws8946]

puma is on fire

[@bobbyariyanto1821]

Is DNE 3 is good for wide or flat foot?

[@Carminho_28]

Puma elite 3 or wait for Adidas pro 4?

[@kofuzi]

I generally feel like playing the waiting game for any shoe is risky (what if supply is very limited at global launch?), but I would decide based on: do you like the other shoes I have on the list: Cielo X1, Fast R2, AF3, Metaspeed Sky Paris? then I'd lean towards waiting for the Adios Pro 4. if you prefer shoes like the Edge Paris or VF3, I'd lean towards Nitro Elite 3

[@conorvaughan3510]

Surprised the TYR Valkeryie Elite isn’t in this list. But love the DNE3 being #1

[@kofuzi]

it was a very good year for the race category. if the Valkyrie Elite were released in 2023, it probably would have made the list.

[@paulmulks]

I haven't been to Duluth 😢

[@Miguel-nr3rd]

It's unrealated, but can you review the Nike zoom fly 6? I've only heard good things about that shoe...

[@kofuzi]

I don't have any current plans to review that shoe, but I have no doubt it will be well-covered by other running shoe reviewers

[@lpishere]

y u no review af3?

[@io-rj6sk]

NB sc elite v4 was underwhelming? also i assume ur a forefoot striker if u miss the air zoom unit, does that mean the alphafly 3 will do well for midfoot strikers?

[@kofuzi]

yes, I think the SC Elite v4 is underwhelming. I would prefer for it to be more aggressive. Something in between RC Elite v1 and SC Elite v4 is what I'm thinking.

[@patrickvillaveza8305]

I would pick the Nitro Elite 3 over the Alpha 3 just this time because of that colorway🤣

[@PorqueCorrer]

Great!!

[@3W14]

Asics Novablast 4 Asics Superblast 2 Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris These were all you needed for any kind of training in 2024.

[@cc-.-]

Asics metaspeed Paris - best running shoes 2024

[@djdealday]

Alphafly 3 🥰

[@outlog9714]

Im seriously curious there's actually different between Puma deviate nitro 3 and nitro elite 3 ?

[@kofuzi]

there is a huge difference. I think the most common thing I complain about on this channel lately is how unfortunate it is that Puma decided to name those two shoes similarly. in short: one is a race shoe, the other is not

[@outlog9714]

@kofuzi man thanks for the reply this really help

[@JDeezle21]

PUMA❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RM-hy4so]

Endorphin Pro 4?

[@Nabavikash]

Your video is amazing….

[@kofuzi]

Thank you

[@AdventureAwaits972]

Most of the race day shoes you listed are for more elite runners ... meaning they are very aggressive and require great form throughout the entirety of a run. I would love to see a list of options for less elite - experienced runners who have a hard time running long distances in shoes like the AF3

[@kofuzi]

stay tuned for my Tempo Shoe category

[@kofuzi]

Long Run shoe category will also have some very good options

[@samwong7881]

Grandma is waiting for you to come back 😂

[@nickkroeger1]

I've been to Duluth!

[@kofuzi]

your assumption is incorrect. I have both Edge Paris and Sky Paris. I've logged about 60 miles in the Edge, I think (Strava would know the exact number). I typically only reach for it when I have a short and very fast workout, as the plate position quickly fatigues my arches. but lately, whenever I might have reached for the Edge Paris, I now reach for the Nitro Elite 3. Very similar geometry, and I think it's designed for the same type of runner. But I can run fast and without that arch fatigue in the Nitro Elite 3.

[@phantom0768]

Please review nike zoom fly 6

[@kofuzi]

unfortunately, I do not have plans to review that shoe

[@phantom0768]

@ that very unfortunate. Really great if you do review it

[@harrynugroho9780]

A rachman and kofuzi pick deviate nitro elite 3 top racing shoes. Wow

[@taylormcgaughey6638]

I like in one of the first clips there is a person running in a minion costume.

[@kofuzi]

there is. In London, I was assigned the same corral as all the costumed runners. It was wacky