RUNNING SHOE REVIEW UPDATES - ENDORPHIN SPEED 4 - NOVABLAST 4 - CIELO X1 & ENDORPHIN ELITE - EDDBUD

RUNNING SHOE REVIEW UPDATES - ENDORPHIN SPEED 4 - NOVABLAST 4 - CIELO X1 & ENDORPHIN ELITE - EDDBUD
Today some updates on recent shoes i have been testing out.
All 4 of these are now up and around 50 miles or a little below 100km.
I have been enjoying the Novablast 4 from a daily perspective and the endorphin speed 4 has really grown on me over the last few weeks too.
The endorphin elite has been a great higher speed and more rigid option though i am still yet to test it in a race environment. The pricey hoka cielo x1 has been comfortable but i feel the shoe is very overpriced.
Saucony and Asics have sent over these shoes for me to test, though they are not paying me to make this video nor will they view it before you
Let me know your comments on my choices and of course your favoured models over the distances.
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[@jameswestmoreland9717]

The winged plate in Endorpin Speed 3 was a novel idea but difficult to execute in an efficient way.

[@adamh3246]

Managed to pick up the a pair of Cielo X1s for £160 and they are very much worth that price. It might be because they are my first ever race shoes but wow the energy return is incredible!

[@Rumahoven]

Saucony know what they’re doing with shoes. Money every time. You should review the diadora gara carbon!

[@DiscoDougify]

Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 for me. I've had every single iteration of the Speed, and I've loved every single one I've owned. In my opinion, it is a true workhorse of a shoe. Can literally do anything you throw at it. Comfy, reliable, and effortless. I will always buy a pair of Speeds over anything else.

[@tylerharbin2476]

Heavier runner. 195lb 7:00 min/mile marathon pace. The Endorphin Elite just flies for me. I was afraid it was too firm and I regret not using it for my recent marathon. Love the shoe. I'm going to use it for the next one.

[@EDDBUD]

I think with many of these shoes it’s down to how you compress that foam. The heavier built runners no doubt bottom out the softer stuff.

[@paulmulks]

I'm massively on the fence with the Cielo X1, normally I'd take a punt but as you say its an expensive gamble if they dont work out 🤔

[@raymart86]

Speed 4’s broke in and are a favorite for speed sessions. At first they were a little firm for my taste, but they’ve grown on me.

[@ChairmanAntelope]

Love the Novablast/Endorphin Speed combo, although I’m still on the 3s in both versions. Looking forward to the updates once they retire.

[@jonathanstreets8284]

Same here. Though my speed 3 must be due for retirement as they seem to bottom out (after only 350km)…. Novablasts still going strong at 750km.

[@ianwarner1429]

Great video mate! The Speed 4 took 100 kms to break in but now they are my go to for longer speed runs.

[@EDDBUD]

Great to hear!

[@TheValonquar]

Speed 4 shoe of year for me. So comfy. So versatile. Cielo X1 my first race shoe it fits my feet perfectly but I must admit the ride is special and takes some time getting used to. Its so bouncy and the midsole is like a bowl the the rocker is immense. Need to find a better synergy with my gait still work in progress. Good thing I got it 20% off.

[@EDDBUD]

Yeah the speed 4 has improved no end

[@jerrydooley7551]

Passing on Novablast. Waiting for SUPERBLAST 2

[@cremins]

Love the speed 3 even though the outsole isn't great and wearing away fast and the upper has a tear in them. Won't stop me buying rhe 4 😊

[@Manuel-901]

Good afternoon. !!!! Saucony endorphin speed 4 for ever!!!!. Like to EDDBUD. A nice weekend for everyone.

[@EDDBUD]

Have a nice day

[@thomasdamato9430]

Edd, I must tell you first and foremost I have enjoyed your channel for quite some time, and we share running shoe similarities, but I must tell you I’m 70 yrs old and what I get from you is an old school vibe, what I mean about that is how well you would fit in the 1960’s when the greatest music and musicians of all time were at their peak, from every genre, especially rock. Not to say you don’t have a great appreciation for them now you certainly do but to experience an era is special, if I could go back I would certainly take you with me for one concert of your choosing and share that excitement. Well being to you and your family.

[@EDDBUD]

I would choose the Bo Diddly beach party. 1963. Mono recording and one of the most exciting in the world!

[@thomasdamato9430]

@@EDDBUD I totally understand, and agree but I swore to myself you would have chosen Carlos Santana, hahaha, or Eric Clapton, our only choice difference. But Bo’s transitioning from blues to rock is quite ledgendary.

[@cosmaddi]

I must admit that I prefer the Cumulus 26 to the NovaBlast 4, it works much better for me.

[@TheValonquar]

Outsole is acceptable?

[@robertbien7895]

Thought one of those shoes would get an A but we'll have to keep waiting 😮

[@EDDBUD]

The speed may end up there. Well my custom version anyway 🤣

[@deshkanagrikhoon]

Saucony need to hire some Continental or Puna guys.Otherwise that grip will never get grippy on wet roads.

[@EDDBUD]

Grip is paramount

[@liamhockey9189]

Found the forefoot grip in the wet really poor in ES4

[@jimoconnor8597]

The NB are just so slappy for me, but I LOVE the SB. Wish there was more of a rocker in the NB. I sent my Endorphin Elite back. I'm too slow for it I guess...

[@NateCrail]

One big plus for the Cielo X1 over the Prime X Strung is that it is World Athletics-legal which is a factor for us sub-elites.

[@EDDBUD]

Yes but for the majority no major benefit

[@outerheaven8797]

Good luck to the Great Manchester Runners....hoping for race to go smoothly for all...defo 🤲🙏🤲 it's gonna rain up there...probs will

[@robhughes645]

"Can you tell me how to get, how to get to .... 😉" ... what a track!

[@EDDBUD]

Good times sir!

[@sicathcart4301]

Krome & Time This Sound is for the Underground is one of my favs Ed. Listen to it on my runs along with other tunes!

[@EDDBUD]

Banging tunes. So many good ones from back then

[@yalokim5264]

Interesting 🤔 Watching this review I realise I have no intention to get any of these shoes* 😂 Yet I ❤ to check what's up and running at your side! And that 2nd look review is A PERFECT idea. Things change (wear off;) - change of thoughts viedo always welcome 😎 *Some day my Novablast¹, Endorphin Speed¹ or Boston... 8 will eventually wear down 😅 I'll need future "review updates" 😎

[@garethevans2499]

You're the only shoetuber that seems keen to tinker with the footwear to get a good fit. It's interesting to hear the adjustments you make to try to get them to work for you. Very much the Claudio Ranieri of the Shoetube world.

[@EDDBUD]

Sad to hear he has retired. I bet he’s back within a month or two 🤣👍🏼

[@dhgpan]

That's a good update episode! Bravo!

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@ozenfant_ozn]

rrrreeeeach out! just happened to have this stuck in my head right now and then you come along and suggest some oldscool-tracks.

[@EDDBUD]

Just got me a pioneer flex10 controller. Blasting out some old skool mixes!

[@Mr80Miles]

All a bit hefty for me! Well maybe the novablast would be ok. Got enough shoes to be getting on with so won’t be buying any more any time soon!

[@kentm7731]

I am surprised with your take on the Elite’s wet grip. I ran in a very rainy marathon early in May and consistently slipped on toe-off, on painted road surfaces (cross-walk and lane lines) and smoother concrete (holding tram rails). It happened so often that I was concentrating more on the issue than just running. Slower result in the end. Great in the dry though!

[@RoshanFernandez-md5cf]

Hey Edd, I’ve been loving my Novablast 4s. Really feels like a do it all shoe 💪🏾. Did a mixed road/trail/hill/technical muddy descent 11km the other day and it handled it all very well. Will be interesting to try on a 30km plus long trail run next. Great review as always 🙏🏾👏🏽⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for the info and for tuning in

[@kuriosites]

I had the Novablast v2 & v3. I think those were both a good value as far as the versatility and durability they offer for the money.

[@clemenshart]

please Superblast vs Hyperion Max !

[@EDDBUD]

Will see what I can do soon

[@clemenshart]

@@EDDBUD thanks, woul be interesting, no one did it before

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

New Hyp Max coming out this summer, with what looks like more stack height and maybe somewhat softer foam. You can get a peek at it from the last TRE.

[@timbo2020]

Thanks Edd 🫡

[@EDDBUD]

Thanks for tuning in

[@JacobHatesRunning]

Just ordered the Novablast 4s for $88 so thanks for these updates!

[@EdSmyth]

Another great review/Like, Edd. New to running and really enjoying your reviews 👟🏃‍♂️

[@EDDBUD]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for tuning in!

[@manno9621]

Hey Edd, haven't commented for a while but still tuning in my friend. I loved the the Endo Speed 2, quality marathon training shoe, all kinds of runs. Sadly looks like the 4 (and 3) are just not quite up to that level. I'm just not quite convinced enough about any daily shoe right now for long/tempo runs. My triumph 20 and Adiós Pro 3 have me covered. But what do you think, could the Mach 6 or Boston 12 be the answer... Or a waste of hard earned Dosh...🤔 Peace ✌🏼

[@EDDBUD]

The Boston 12 is a winner of a shoe. Haven’t tried the Mach 6 yet but tempted. Thanks for tuning in Sir!

[@davididing3678]

I really enjoy the reviews after some miles on the shoes and thank you

[@AndrewBush_XK]

Great video. Prodigy Out of Space for me at that time!

[@American_Enigma]

Is the Endorphin Speed 4 more exciting than the Speed 3. I find the Speed 3 to be a little blah. I find the Pro 3 does what the I thought the Speed 3 should do.

[@EDDBUD]

They are similar. Perhaps better upper on the v4

[@eviluniq7842]

Good review Ed, I think you should do one for the worst colourways. I’m sure Hoka would have the top 5.

[@EDDBUD]

Now that’s a good video I can incorporate Mrs Eddbud!

[@Matt-wl8zd]

Just got back into running seriously and i picked up some leftover Novablast 3's for a deal. So far I am very happy with them and as they are my only shoe getting over 20 miles per week i will be looking at the endorphin speed 4 in a few months.

[@EDDBUD]

It’s a cracker. Enjoying the endorphin for almost anything

[@gtromble]

You and others describe the Endorphin Elite as very rigid. I also have heard the HG foam is firmer. This would make a pretty hard and stiff ride at moderate paces, but when you get up to race pace do you feel more cushion in the foam?

[@EDDBUD]

It’s still pretty road like at pace. There is cushion but it’s much more consistent and less zoomx squashy.

[@carlneild]

Trying to get hold of a Novablast 4 in my size (11) at the moment is like trying to find Lord Lucan. I have a feeling I'll have to wait until the 5 at this point!

[@EDDBUD]

They are that rare?! How weird

[@SCHD-DGRO24]

I'd like to see you review the diadora gara carbon sometime 🤞

[@MrJhockley]

They need a Novablast with a more aggressive toe spring to match the Evoride, Magic speed 3 and Metaspeed Edge+. The lasts on the Superblast and Novablast are too flat.

[@EDDBUD]

But I think those other models do the job of that.

[@babyyoda134]

I had my first run in the Glideride 3 this morning and it was fantastic. It has the FF Blast+ midsole and the toe spring and a reasonable weight. I can't believe how good it felt. Maybe it just suits my running style. I suggest try and find a Glideride 3 on sale. I got a US size 10 (half size up for my usual US9.5) and got the wide version.

[@hahaheslop]

Loving the sound effects! 😂

[@EDDBUD]

Dentist drill in there somewhere

[@hahaheslop]

@@EDDBUD amazing! 😂

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

Whilst on the TM laughed out loud at the arrow on you as you said “outlandish looks” referring to the Cielo😂

[@EDDBUD]

👍🏼 Glad someone spotted it at last! 👊

[@michaelr.8402]

Dankeschön🙋‍♂

[@PeterMerante]

Down with the algorithm

[@vasilisgkitsidis1446]

Did you hear about the new shoe from Mizuno, the Neo Vista?? It looks really interesting.

[@EDDBUD]

Yeah I wouldn’t mind trying it out

[@cheekster777]

Thanks Edd.

[@PedalScience]

Edd, any current recommendations for a lower stack racer? I really miss the Takumi Sen 6/7 era and whilst have been getting on fine with the 8-9 for the last few years, I do miss the flatter feel from the older ones and haven't really found a good alternative as yet.

[@markoljustina]

Sky/Edge

[@EDDBUD]

Liberate nitro 2 perhaps? Lower stack and great fun. The streakfly also though not as rigid.

[@markoljustina]

and Adios Pro 3 maybe, 6.5cm

[@Stevenc1984]

It feels like we're watching two blokes battle it out to become a regional manager for Lidl, but it turns out they'll be running the country 😭🤣 Hopefully somebody starts stealing paint from British Rail 🚂 🤞🏻

[@EDDBUD]

They all make John Major look like a sensible and honest bloke. At least he had a bit of decorum. You could easily take him to the opera.

[@Stevenc1984]

@@EDDBUD Figaro... Figaro... Figaro... Figaro... Figaro!

[@EDDBUD]

@@Stevenc1984 That reminds me, need to get the white tuxedo dry cleaned.

[@matthewlaw]

As a lightweight runner

[@EDDBUD]

Not tried the trail version. 🥈

[@EdSmyth]

Finding it difficult to find a pair of UK10 NovaBlast Lime or MS Sky Paris- does anyone know if there will be restocks or is that it until next editions?

[@EDDBUD]

More incoming soon 👍🏼

[@babyyoda134]

How does the Endorphin Speed 4 compare to the Endorphin Speed 3? Do you find there is enough improvement to warrant the purchase. The Speed 4 in Australia is rather expensive these days.

[@EDDBUD]

It’s not as soft. But that’s a bonus in fairness. The v3 was really compressive.

[@babyyoda134]

@@EDDBUD Thanks Edd. Actually I preferred the firmer midsole of the 1 and 2 so I think the 4 would work well for me.

[@user-wt1dp9ub7b]

Hello edd! I'm your new subscriber from malaysia ❤ can u suggest for me the best shoes for long distance run. 5hrs - 6hrs easy run. I'm 68kg. Superblast & NB SC trainer v2 on my mind right now. Do you have any other suggestions?

[@EDDBUD]

The novablast 4 is a superb shoe for most things.

[@justoutlaw6423]

It's interesting to see that Endoprhin Elite can be found for less money then EP4 and ES4.

[@EDDBUD]

I would assume it’s the dreg sizes though

[@davidpage8147]

I love the elite can't find it in my size for less than a speed 4

[@edwinpepito1498]

I'm 80kg slow runner. Hard to choose between 1080v13 and Novablast 4, for you Ed which will you think fits me 😅

[@EDDBUD]

Not tried the 1080 for a few versions. But was never a mega fan

[@ElloEllo35]

Prime X Strung 2 for 150ish earth credits on SportsShoes? Hoka Cliftons have died so going to use NovaBlast 3s for dailys, is the PXS 2 a decent shout for Long Runs?

[@EDDBUD]

It takes some getting used too. The v2 was ok but not a patch on the original strung

[@TheHutchRuns]

After saying I didn't need any more running shoes, I have given in and purchased a little used pair of Endorphin Speed 4's for £90, early thoughts are very positive! Have had every iteration of the shoe so far now! Hated the Prime X Strung so Cielo X1 not for me and got the Superblast so Novablast 4 not required. Endorphin Elite doesn't sound like it would work for me but already have 2 pairs of AF1, VF2, Metaspeed Sky V.1, Meta Speed Sky Paris and AF3 so don't think I need any more top end race shoes 😂

[@EDDBUD]

The speed 4 grew on me after some time.

[@matthewlaw]

❤

[@EDDBUD]

🥇

[@nigeldooley5112]

raced the endorphin elite over 10k today, rather good i thought

[@EDDBUD]

It’s quite the blaster. It’s fast or nought in that!

[@nigeldooley5112]

@@EDDBUD it was for me but it’s a very relative term for , age and prep for once not on par but still a PB

[@ianstyring9602]

Hey Edd, are you coming to Weymouth tonight?

[@EDDBUD]

In the working men’s club right now 🤣

[@ianstyring9602]

@@EDDBUD just got a pb. That's after eating fish and chips and a pint of Stella! 😀

[@EDDBUD]

@@ianstyring9602 Sadly had to put up with fish fingers at home. Starting at 9pm I think.

[@ianstyring9602]

@@EDDBUD how do I find out when your playing. Is the band on Facebook etc?

[@RainerSchmitt-pv4df]

👊🏼🤖‼️

[@NoOne-ki3bm]

9:55 is that really how we are suppose to pronounce Adidas?

[@EDDBUD]

Ahh de das. Add de das. Add e das. I have heard them all!

[@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183]

It comes from the nickname of the German founder so that’s how it’s pronounced in Germany. But I’ve heard them here all across the pond as well.