We Cut Up Our Top 3 Performing Stability Shoes To See What's Inside | Sportitude Running 2023

[@Nimargb]

Great review, I have recently found your channel and was pleased with the quality of your detail in depth reviews. The cut in half reminded me of what Rose Anvil is doing with Leather shoes, one suggestion is to cut the shoes longitudinal as well?

[@jeffersoncrew1545]

I’ve watched hours of reviews of stability shoes, always looking for what will best help me (700mi/yr runner, 10min mile avg flat footed, ~230lb runner). This is the best analytical breakdown I’ve seen. THANK YOU!!

[@Nicov35]

I have an abnormally flat foot. Over pronation to the max. I'm 5'11 at 185 but dropped from 245 to 165 and comfy at 185 now. I've tried New Balance 840s, 880s, 1080 v10-13, but now just got the Vongo because I feel I need more stability than comfort if I want to keep up with all these miles. I'll let you know how I feel about them! I usually get in 30 miles a week. (7:45-8:30/mi averages)

[@wylelias]

Over in the USA here. Love the reviews and content, keep them coming and get some Sportitude over here in the States! 🏃🏃‍♀

[@stevenswann2835]

At last! I've been waiting years for someone to cut stability shoes so I can see what's inside. May I suggest you test the varying foam densities with a durometer? Knowing how firm the stability elements are would be valuable info. Also, I echo the request for a longitudinal cut of the heel section, please.

[@definishline9300]

Love the detailed explanation with the visuals from the cut out.

[@josephcoloso2847]

I hope u can cut also asic gt 2000 12...for review.

[@jamisons2504]

I loved this video topic. It is so interesting and insightful. Thank you. Can't wait for the next in this series.

[@SonalRamnathkar]

The best review out there. Thanks for halving correctly for flat footers most concerned with the mid sole and medial support system

[@stefanokurniawan2856]

Hii, so what the best shoes for flat foot? Just for walking… Thank you

[@willjr2520]

Thank you for your in depth review and explaining the exposed foams. Where would the Saucony Tempus rank amongst these stability shoes? Have you cut that shoe in half yet?

[@jeffersoncrew1545]

I absolutely love my Saucony Tempus for their responsiveness and energy return. I can shave a full minute of my everyday mileage pace with the Tempus. But I’ve only tested it up to ~5miles. I’m wary of taking it up to 10, 15-miles given it isn’t as designed for those kind of miles

[@tito_jay_m]

Any chance you can cut up one or two more stability runners such as the Puma Forever Run Nitro?

[@7bimbim]

Kayano gel 30 works very well to me

[@jeffersoncrew1545]

Have you had any hot spot issues? I’ve watched videos that the Brooks Glycerine GTS 20 has a bit wider toe box, and the new Kayano 30 was giving people hot spots, at least in the first 100 miles

[@7bimbim]

@@jeffersoncrew1545 yes in first 15km. This is my first running shoes. I did 300km with this shoes now

[@q20a08]

Interesting look inside. As long as you are mangling a few pairs out of curiosity, I'd be interested to see if that "plate" in the Vongo has much rigidity. My understanding is that it may not have much, because it's not quite intended for typical "plated" results.

[@q20a08]

There is another video from "Running Shoe Geek" (South Africa) showing the Vongo "deconstructed" slightly differently. Fairly interesting. Overall, I'm happy that the old stability tactic of simply cramming rock-hard chunks of plastic into a narrow midsole, is now falling out of favor. My body never appreciated those. Some of the newer "wide footprint" geometry tactics are interesting, demonstrating that cramming rocks into a shoe is not the only 'stable' approach.

[@UWI-Anna]

Glycerin 21 is the ride you must have if you want stability with lots of cushiness.

[@louisearcher3746]

Im a heavy pronator and wear orthotics, i only use them for walking daily, the gel kayano 28s caused me issues in my joints on my little toes and down that side, and NB 860 same year was a disaster, soft heal counter that most reviews said cracked, and I cracked mine, and the guard rail system in the brooks addiction walker make my knees ache, had worn the old support system for 20+ years. I have the saucony omni walker for work and leisure but they need build up on inside of the heels. Havent tried anything else last 2yrs, appears the support and stability has gone too soft. Any suggestions??

[@mikeeleeling3997]

Which one would you recommend that’s best for overpronation, Kayano 30 or Glycerin GTS 21?

[@SportitudeAus]

Thanks for watching and great question. Both have worked exceptionally well in that department. To split them is a challenge. What shoe are you coming from? And what did you like or not like about it? This would then us an indication to what characteristics you may find more beneficial in K-30 and Glycerin GTS 21. Josh

[@mikeeleeling3997]

@@SportitudeAus I have a Kayano 29 thst ai really liked, but it needs replacement already.i was really bent on getting a 30 but this Glycerin caught my attention.

[@Johnno1979]

Thanks, Today I tried the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 23, Asics Kayano 30 & NB 860 V13. For me it was the 860 ahead of the GTS 23 with Kayano 30 last. The 860 was slightly firmer but most stable, The Brooks upper felt great but the front didn't feel as stable while the Kayano felt like it had too much rocker at the front and the stack felt too high. I needed a wide 2E shoe and the colours in the Asics and Brooks were limited and not as nice. As a bonus, the 860 was on special and AU$90-$100 cheaper.

[@Carlosediaz543]

That makes so much sense why the guiderail on all brooks kills my arch, because it’s underfoot as well. I have pretty low arches and all brooks hurt my arches, same as hoka’s and Nike due to the higher arch. That’s super interesting, but makes a lot of sense. I tend to fit people with Medium arch in brooks. The Kayano 30 tends to fit I higher arch which adds up the the 4D guidance system is silly to me really shouldn’t be a stability shoes more like a stable neutral shoe

[@lakkadbagga]

They really need to update or soften the guiderail a bit. It hurts the arch + heel area. Also kayano 30 seems a bit equivalent to tempus, but it is definitely good at stability functions.

[@Norah48]

I have this exact issue I love my brooks but in long distance or intesne workout my arch starts to hurt I think I have a low arch too , what shoes do you recommend or ones you've tried and loved ?

[@Carlosediaz543]

@@Norah48 hi, and Oo okay I’ve got a couple I’m in the under armor infinite pro breeze at the moment, and I love the adidas supernova 2, the glycerin gts is a great option if you need a wider toe box. The 860v13 would also be a great option

[@Norah48]

@Carlosediaz543 Thank you so much for your suggestions. I'll definitely check them out as I am looking for a new pair.

[@stubestrong]

unable to run in K30, very harsh ride unlike the glycerin21 thats sublime midsole balanced softness with pop

[@JED_HD]

I am JUST sending GTS20 back. Kayano 30 FTW.

[@CJ-ns1mm]

Can you please split the new balance 990 v6 fuel cell technology?

[@lakkadbagga]

Not a perfomance shoe, so no that won't happen.

[@elijahmodnar1]

The lack of rubber outsole on the new balance vs the asics and brooks is jarring

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

Stupid to cut the shoe in the spot where your foot needs little to no support. cut it lenght wise. Also becasreful with asics gel if it gets wet it will fall apart, how do i know? Just got a $280 refund and bought brooks instead.

[@cscoley]

If you cut it lengthwise you're not able to see how the support system is set up. Just look at the new balance, if you cut it lengthwise you wouldn't be able to see the two supports. So don't call people stupid when you're not even thinking. And thanks for the information about the Asics that's good to know

[@Cousinskeeter69]

Steve , your take was stupid my friend. Sorry