Woohoo! Sky Paris for the win. I used mine to run yet another BQ. Also, it's training partner, the Magic Speed 4, arrives in the mail next week. Yay me! Thanks, Edd.
@TheSkyRiD3rАй бұрын
I got my MS4 pair just last week. Managed to track some miles on it and I already love it! Fast and (seems to be) a very durable shoes 👏
@folm235Ай бұрын
As a 6’3” 172 lbs stick insect myself that Adidas SL2 looks to have plenty of cushion for me for pretty much all my runs. Thanks!
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
That’s how I see myself! 🤣👍🏼
@insomniaforever6444Ай бұрын
Just came back from a run in your top pick this morning. The Sky Paris is an absolute dream shoe. Perfecto! Will be getting the Deviate Nitro Elite 3 in the future. Have a great week Edd!
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Enjoy!
@petercohen7684Ай бұрын
Looking forward to your Superblast 2 review.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
You and me both!
@PrinnievАй бұрын
I'm tempted to buy the white sl2 - as all of my trainers are now white (nimbus mirai, nova and kayano) but I love the vibe from your colorway. Seems like they're releasing the other colors per region for that model. Thanks for the review Ed!
@user-bx6zm5gj8gАй бұрын
Get it... it's awesome in white....I get compliments on it when I run and it's a superb ride...can do it all...I also have the carbon colour for contrast ...also looks great
@marga_asana2runАй бұрын
Dankeschön 🙏 Puma and Adidas sound very interesting. For my easy runs I use the Gel Nimbus 25 and the Invincible 3. For faster runs or intervall, I love the Tri Noosa 15. Street to Trail I like my Nike Pegasus Trail 4.
@olehome8Ай бұрын
Thanks, great review! Btw, i purchased a new pair of Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3, and in my size 47 they are each 25 grams lighter than my 2022 pair. Really surprised me!
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
How strange. Which colour?
@andrew_macneilageАй бұрын
Only a couple runs in, but the mizuno wave rebellion flash 2 is getting a lot of love from me. Seems to suit my gait nicely at a range of paces. And on my preferred surface, the north face Vective enduris is still an all time classic.
@marct9634Ай бұрын
Hi Edd, you must test the New Mizuno Neo Vista... I got a pair a few weeks ago and WOW!, the smoothest run ever.. Just a magical shoe IMO and a contender for the shoe of the year... Highly recommended
@RunTommy123Ай бұрын
44th place. Top 50 performance of which I take great pride. 🏆
@jerrydooley7551Ай бұрын
I love the Sky Paris. But I’m running next marathon in the Puma. Much more stable. Can’t afford any more race shoes!
@andrewwhyte3979Ай бұрын
Puma underrated,best bang for you buck and the nitro foam is superior to most ,cheers.😁
@jrabzkieАй бұрын
You running on the DN or DNE?
@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183Ай бұрын
I was tempted to buy the Edge Paris (which worked best for me testing both versions) but am sticking with my new unused Endorphin Pro 3 bought almost half price for my upcoming marathons for the same reason--more stable, plus I had a huge PR in them, so if it ain’t broke….etc.
@jerrydooley7551Ай бұрын
@@jrabzkie Elite
@raymart86Ай бұрын
Thx Edd! Considering Endorphin Pro 3/4 for fall marathon. Might stick with my SC Trainer V2 tho. It’s my old reliable! Need to try Pumas but they don’t do 1/2 sizes in my giant 12.5 range.
@andrewwhyte3979Ай бұрын
I don’t think you would have a problem with the 13 pumas imo,just going by my own experience with multiple pumas v many other brands,loving my puma magnify size 12 could go to 12.5 no problem if they had them and I would,hope that helps,puma are always underrated ,best bang for buck by far if you buy when discounted,good luck.
@albert341Ай бұрын
You’re not alone. Several consecutive rejections for me too. Great review as usual
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Thank you!
@scottmac1977Ай бұрын
Weymouth mention! I'm going to get the SL2 and the Nitro 3, I think. (Also got my 'not this time' email). Best bit of the whole video - Michael Elphick as BOON.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Good spot!
@042766Ай бұрын
Metaspeed sky Paris (pb's in them) and finally, pre-ordered the SB II, shipping July 5th and already pretty much sold out on the asics site here in the states. Good luck next round euro and by the way for London, "Not this time" once again..like clockwork.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
I may never get into London. I shan’t do the “influencer” trick either. I want a place by luck. 🤣
@042766Ай бұрын
@@EDDBUDreally, nearly impossible to get in as an Int'l participant and since my wife is dead set on completing Abbott 6 (will have three of them by the fall), we may have to bite the bullet with a tour group. Ouch on the wallet...
@RainerSchmitt-pv4dfАй бұрын
I love the football references! ⚽💯
@adamcaswellАй бұрын
I bought the puma DN2 based on your recommendation and have done over 1000km so far. Holding up well, if not quite as lively as when new. Outsole very good for that distance. Thanks for the recommendation
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Brilliant shoe and a worthy trainer too
@Undertaker19732Ай бұрын
Good evening young man - bronze medal 🥉
@dhgpanАй бұрын
Great update 🎉
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Thanks! 😊
@karls8989Ай бұрын
For me so far till i get my superblast 2 the best shoes have been the sl2 and the rebel v4. I tried the neo vista and that went back as it was just like running in mud
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
The blaster could be good. But I fear more weight takes it to a place I don’t wanna go
@joot888Ай бұрын
Hoka Cielo X is for sure the running shoes I have used the most in 2024. Maybe not your race day shoe, but for everything else it’s my go to. For race day it’s still Alphafly 1
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
It’s really nice but very overpriced sadly. At 250 they are nuts thinking people will switch from other brands
@PabloPerez-nd7seАй бұрын
This hall of fame alas only provides the Pro 4 for my Flintstone wide feet. Any chance of a Flintstone top 5? Great video as always.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Yeah the super shoes are always narrow
@ChrisBrown-dy8tsАй бұрын
Got the Saucony Pro4 a while ago , just love them , 10k or Half , quick , comfortable , & look awesome
@MrColnagoCLX20 күн бұрын
My name is Chris Brown and today I bought the SL2s 😀
@perjrgenkristiansen8812Ай бұрын
Numero uno Asics Metaspeed sky Paris!
@Matt_KraczonАй бұрын
I predict the SB2 will lead the pack in episode 2 (the midsole returns) of this series. I grabbed a pre-order pair that should ship out on Friday…
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Sounds heavier and more a cruiser now which is a bit sad
@Matt_KraczonАй бұрын
@@EDDBUD, I’m hearing the increase is marginal and hoping the change to FF turbo + will add to the pop. It does appear they closed to open sections on the outsole so it won’t collect small pebbles anymore.
@carlogarcia940Ай бұрын
Asics my favorite
@neildixon6540Ай бұрын
I must say (and as recommended by your good self!) that the Brookes Hyperion Max is a superb shoe! Far better than I was expecting, very light, good cushion and all for less than 100 earth credits! 👍
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Super shoe. Hope the v2 is just as good
@mattpeters6224Ай бұрын
Love it.
@Manuel-901Ай бұрын
Excellent top 5. I prefer the Adidas SL 2 for daily trainer and the Saucony Endorphin pro 4 for race day. Like to EDDBUD. Have a good day.
@zndr27Ай бұрын
You read my mind Ed! Trying to decide between getting the alphafly 3 and deviate nitro elite 3. Really want the release colorway for nitro elite but can't find in my size 😢
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
🥉
@brokenfreddy1262Ай бұрын
The alphafly V3 is a huge disappointment for me and the Diadora cara carbon, the Hoka Cielo x1 and mach 6 were all good choices for me this year..would like to try the Puma nitro elite 3 but it's not available yet...might have to dust off a new pr of NB elite V3 for a 10k at July 4th races..with the right insoles it's crazy bouncy..reminds of the invincible V-1 out of the box bounce before they went flat..
@davidh5429Ай бұрын
AF is good imo, just not even close to the V1. To much focus on comfort not speed.
@andyseal8134Ай бұрын
So many great shoes this year. We are spoiled 😢
@whisperthebull6707Ай бұрын
I didn’t realize there was a Jell-O of the month club! 😂 more wobbly than the original PrimeX
@darrenmeachem8290Ай бұрын
The Mizuno wave rebellion pro 2 is really fun. I love that one .
@robertbien7895Ай бұрын
So glad you picked the Sky Paris number 1!
@path2runningАй бұрын
Great video
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Thanks for the visit
@idetestyellowАй бұрын
I’ve changed from Nike to Saucony recently and am really enjoying them, deep smell of Garden Centre! 😊
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
It’s quite potent isn’t it?!
@thecaptainchas2820Ай бұрын
Extra thumbs up like and algo-comment for the Christmas Vacation reference at 10:20! #respect
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Well spotted!
@benjaminkuch2558Ай бұрын
What's your favourite light low stack shoe currently? Something like Adidas Adios or Puma Liberate. I'm waiting for the new update to them
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Adios 8 or Takumi sen 10
@justoutlaw6423Ай бұрын
Would probably get DN3 Elite. Love the tune.
@philbrown9901Ай бұрын
Mizuno Neo Vista for me. Feels like a more stable Prime X and managed to pick them up for £115 to boot 👌
@edrios3668Ай бұрын
Love the Neo, but nowhere near as fast as the Prime X for me, I'm using it more as a recovery, LSR shoe and probably putting more miles on it than any other shoe.
@stevegilbert1023Ай бұрын
I can join you in the London mara-reject pile. Gone for Manchester myself! 👍
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
@@stevegilbert1023 My mate Rob Gundry and I will be there 👊
@pmg0Ай бұрын
I wish that black/yellow colorway for the SL2 is available on my region i.e. South East Asia 😢
@jermainepostlethwaite7895Ай бұрын
Ed ...I thought you would have some contacts to get you in London Marathon.....
@kevinodonovan1593Ай бұрын
Got a pair of Cielo x1s and Metaspeed sky Paris came available and ended up getting those too. Usually wait for a dry day and easy run for 1st outing of a new pair and haven't got either out yet, just wore around the house a short while yet. Tbh based on house wear I'm more excited about the Hokas with the speed role throwing you forward but the Asics might surprise me yet
@aniketpai5375Ай бұрын
I love the reviews. Thank you 🎉
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
You are so welcome!
@paulthethi1341Ай бұрын
There are too many good shoes this year. I can't cope 😪😀
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Yes real overload!
@TheHutchRunsАй бұрын
I know it's not a 2024 shoe but Superblast for me followed by Metaspeed Sky Paris, Alphafly 3 and Endorphin Speed 4
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
If you are using them they are certainly 2024 models 👍🏼👊
@matthewstevenson6207Ай бұрын
With one exception these are all super shoe racing models. I'd rather see a "best of" that acknowledges the differences between categories of shoes -- daily trainers, tempo trainers, recovery trainers, racers.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Best shoes I have reviewed. There’s been some really middle of the road stuff which didn’t feature
@ichsanichsan998721 күн бұрын
For me Asics Superblast, Adizero Boston 12 and Nimbus 26 are still the best...👍✅️
@pauldelaney4186Ай бұрын
Your top 3 were the last 3 pairs I have bought 👍🏻
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
You have chosen wisely. 🤣👍🏼
@Stevenc1984Ай бұрын
I was listening to Mozart's Symphony No. 38 in D major earlier... The karaoke version.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Classic tune.
@philippernst4877Ай бұрын
😅
@JohnBirtchetSharpeАй бұрын
I used version 2 of the elite nitro for last years Manchester marathon .. and if this is an improvement I say go for it (I think we run kind of the same times) .. you will love the course (half of it you did last year for the half) a couple more lumps and bumps but with much better post race support.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Both myself and Rob Gundry are heading over. Should be smashing!
@bobbywrenn9510Ай бұрын
Just wondering when the movie "Land of the Midsole" is coming out!! 😂🤣
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Not sure I could secure funding for that one!
@garethevans2499Ай бұрын
I try really hard but I cannot justify the metaspeed sky Paris purchase that my mid life crisis, child like, mind wants.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
It’s a super shoe. But it’s gonna burn out quick
@kophotography895Ай бұрын
Puma have got issues with insole manufacturing at the moment returned several pairs from different online retsilers, IMO material changed and is no good when gets 🔥🥵. Unlike earlier models, so be aware. The midsole also has issues too, as goes very mushy in hot westher, so much that I feel makes unpredictable impact & unstable, gives me ankle & calve aches for last 2 weeks, did not have that last years model, in fact now using last years again & shelved current model until autumn westher. Ed do some durometer readings at 22c or after a run a dvyou will see a massive differnce in the side wall metrics.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Haven’t felt that in the elite so far
@ThatRunnerAaronАй бұрын
Asics really need to sort their stocking out. Constantly sold out on all of their top models. Not going to lie it pi**es me off.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
I bet the super blast 2 will have the same fate
@Martin-kq4dkАй бұрын
⭐⭐⭐ From Argentina!
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
@@Martin-kq4dk thanks for watching! 👍🏼👊
@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183Ай бұрын
Rejected annually by London but the frustrating part is that I would qualify for my AG standard if it were open to non-UK residents. I’ll have to bit the marathon-tour bullet as well to have a realistic chance. At least this year’s rejection didn’t feature misleading happy dancing emojis. 😂
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Yes last years was a bit harsh 🤣
@kevinodonovan1593Ай бұрын
Forgot to mention, tried on the endorphin pro 4 in 2 diff shops but just didn't find them comfortable. Have speed 2 & shift 3 from Saucony which have been great so was surprised
@NeillyVilleАй бұрын
Did you get the Elite 2 Edd 👀
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Nah not yet
@JarredDavidson13 күн бұрын
I have both the SL2 and Endorphin Pro 4 in my rotation. Great shoes
@EDDBUD12 күн бұрын
The sl2 is easily the best value shoe of 2024 so far. Can’t see much beating it
@davidmoghani2427Ай бұрын
Good analysis of the top shoes. Please could you do a shoe review of the ASICS Metaspeed Edge Paris reason being is I bought a pair 3 months ago. As I will be running in the Edges for my annual Marathon race this November. Thanks.🙂
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Haven’t tried the edge as of yet
@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183Ай бұрын
I had a rare chance to compare the Paris Edge and Sky back to back at the Boston Asics pop up. I can say they were both comfortable and fun to run in but Asics’ intentions proved valid in my case: I have a very high default cadence of around 188 and the Edge provided more propulsion whereas the Sky gave me more vertical bounce. My short but fast stride felt more optimized by the Edge. That being said, I still didn’t buy them. Rather, I’m playing it safe and sticking with the Endo Pro. I just bought 2 pairs of late-manufactured v3’s at close to half price because I had a huge marathon PR in that iteration and while the shoes probably didn’t play the starring role in that, I had zero issues with them out of the box. They aren’t quite as comfy for me as v4, but I think they enhanced my biomechanics more.
@Joe_SouzaАй бұрын
For the algorithm
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Much appreciated
@edrios3668Ай бұрын
Great review! - If you were chasing a Marathon PB, which of these shoes would you pick, I'm running Chicago in Oct and looking for a shoe to go Sub 3 in. Tempted to go for the Sky Paris, but lots of reviewers have been saying the AF3 is the best Marathon Shoe.
@RainerSchmitt-pv4dfАй бұрын
👊🏼🤖‼️
@farisrosliАй бұрын
edge or sky is better?
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Haven’t tried the edge
@kuriositesАй бұрын
So far, I'm also really liking the SL2 and you only put a couple of legit racing shoes above it
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Yes it’s quite superb for the money
@davidyangonzalez6660Ай бұрын
whoa...no SuperBlast2???
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
It’s not out yet and I don’t have a pair
@davidyangonzalez6660Ай бұрын
@@EDDBUD I trust you'll find them to be Absolute SuperBangers! :)
@InsaneClockАй бұрын
Hello!
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Hello!
@TheValonquarАй бұрын
Maybe I should get EP4 for my long runs. You think it will last?
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
It’s that bit more durable with the pellet based midsole.
@TheValonquarАй бұрын
@@EDDBUD i cant seem to get my shoes past 500km wihout foam feeling dead. Even the SB is causing strange aches.
@MrBlackJavaАй бұрын
Im heavy and wery new to this runing thing, bought the nimbus26 tr, no trouble with hurting heals anymore, and im just runing to get in shape, speed or compete is not on the worldmap
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Perfect for a good solid option
@balazsgalambos4458Ай бұрын
Great vid as always, appreciate it boss. AF 3 have the chance now to buy, wondering your opinion to go true to size? My Endo pro 3 and Sky Paris both 11.5 and fits perfectly. Should I stick with the same size with the AF3?
@vladu6haАй бұрын
Quite surprised to not hear of Adios Pro 3. cheers
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
I reviewed that back in 2023. This is shoes released in 2024.
@RuffnreddyrunnerАй бұрын
Currently rejected for 5th year for London marathon guess Manchester is a try next 😢
@mystery.whiteboy3641Ай бұрын
I got in to the London 2025, first time entering the ballot! Further I have run though is half marathon! 🙈
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Enjoy!
@patrickvanderwal6324Ай бұрын
Looking forward to meeting England in the semis! 🇳🇱👊😉
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
It could very well happen. I predict an orange victory
@cheekster777Ай бұрын
Hi
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Gold!
@cheekster777Ай бұрын
@@EDDBUD 🥇
@jimrandlett1600Ай бұрын
Maybe 4&5 could be 1&2, or at least 2&3?
@PVCanciuАй бұрын
Hm… You changed the insole of SL2? Other channels said it’s built in and not removable.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Bit of warming up and they came out fine!
@NikkiStafford-b9vАй бұрын
Both me AND my wife got into London 2025 through the ballot!...both for the first time too. Odds of around 800/1 (i think)!
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Congrats!
@bluedewАй бұрын
Would you be able to try the Xtep 160x 3.0 Pro? Since you like the Sky Paris, I thought this might be really up your alley, at an affordable price.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Would love to but hard to find in my larger size
@stephenmaddison650Ай бұрын
Agree on the comments on stocking, unless you’re a uk size 5 no chance of getting a Cielo x1
@leewellstead2305Ай бұрын
I missed out on London marathon as well 😢
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
The rest of the 98% too. It sucks
@chadnigem3951Ай бұрын
I know it’s a cop out but I find it hard to believe anyone doesn’t think the alphafly 3 is the greatest shoe ever made
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
I don’t think it is. For 5k or 10k it’s almost too squashy. Some people want something firmer and more responsive for that
@williamjones2697Ай бұрын
ok Eddbud, question for you. What "Supershoe" do you recommend for someone that needs a little stability in their longer runs? I know no super shoe is a "stability shoe" but what is one you think has the most stability? Love your videos by the way, I am a new follower but have been devouring them.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
The secret stability shoes are the good ones like the foreverun and even the triumph 21. The Kayano is a great option too for some medial stability. All foam these days and no nasty plastic stuff
@metalsadmanАй бұрын
dne3 i'll be having since sky paris is non existent where I am.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Seems like some logistics issues on that one
@lucitribalАй бұрын
Lyme Regis? Isn't that place known for really cool fossils?
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Yea Jurassic coast with lots of good finds.
@faziellaloeАй бұрын
Hi Edd. I can’t not enjoy overpriced running shoes as fun runner and elite jogger 😂 Could go for the SL 2
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
The sl2 is fantastic for that
@angelostyn3130Ай бұрын
Third
@Formerly-known-as-SteveАй бұрын
Yo😅
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Silver
@Formerly-known-as-SteveАй бұрын
@@EDDBUD still not 100% so I’ll take the Silver 🎉
@tomr1648 күн бұрын
You make the SL2 sound so appealing, but I'm an experienced runner and training for a marathon now. Do you have any recommendation? I'm a midfoot strider
@EDDBUD7 күн бұрын
The peg plus might hit the spot better.
@martinweston8147Ай бұрын
I didn’t even get a response back from London Marathon, I guess that means I’m not in.
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
It’s tough to get into these days
@thecapitolwastelandАй бұрын
Hey Ed, you mention the durability of the Alphafly's so far, about how many miles do you have on it so far?
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
105 on my proto pair. Seems pretty good. No chunks falling off
@Mr80MilesАй бұрын
Vote Edd Budd!
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
I stand for the midsole party.
@ericwj7Ай бұрын
Hi Ed, Have you tried the edge Paris? or heard anything good/bad VS the Sky Paris? I loved the orignal Sky but in the plus modeles I liked the Edge+ better. TY
@EDDBUDАй бұрын
Not tried the edge in either version
@ericwj7Ай бұрын
@@EDDBUD Thanks, The edge plus was fast for half marathons and under for me. Firm but fast Lol
@hoppy303Ай бұрын
NB Rebel v4 for me
@michaelcaricooАй бұрын
London marathon rejection crew🎉
@michaelcialone4094Ай бұрын
Ed I need your advice. For a 15k would you go with a pair of new endorphin pro 4 or pick up a new pair of the adizero pro 3?
@PedalScienceАй бұрын
I'm too traumatised from the SL1 to consider the 2nd iteration, despite the good reports. The Endorphin Pro 4 has piqued my interest though