Selecting the Best Running Shoe

This is the last video you'll ever have to watch about running shoes.
Join Chadd Wright and Noah Cochran, both highly accomplished Ultra Runners, as they discuss multiple running shoe brands and styles along with lessons they have learned over the years of running experience.

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[rob]

I’m a brooks guy. For me it’s the insole. I swap out the insole with powerstep. The wide toe box is everything, for me. Love your content.

[nathanielglaze]

I have found over the years of running that thick cushion shoes mess up my knees. Something about the thick cushion messes with my gait enough that I start having knee issues.

[madams]

Just picked up a pair of Hoka running shoes based on Chad and chilly’s shoe review. I have an 18” rod in my leg and many shoes cause that to hurt during running, walking etc. In just a week they have been life changing! Super comfortable but that thick sole has made all the difference. It’s been the first time in years that when I get out of bed in the morning that my leg isn’t dragging until it gets warmed up. As always thank you for your content and congratulations on the Mid State Mile win. Bring on Goggins and Haines!!!

[TheRealJohnMadden]

I honestly only rock Hoka's or Salomon, they make some of the best road and trail shoes. Currently running with Speed Goat 5's for trails and a mix of Clifton 7's or Arahi 5's for roads. Really hoping to one day work my way up to a marathon distance for my long runs. I've never been someone who enjoyed fast running, it's always been distance for me. Throw on a vest, grab some gels/snacks/water bladder, put my phone with a podcast in the back with no headphones, and just head out for the day.

[rogerwhiting]

I have run 25 to 30, 000 miles in my running life. Ran a half marathon once and that was enough. I always came back to Brooks but find your choices interesting. I always run on pavement...and now mostly treadmill as I approach 70 years old. This channel is going to be the cult hit that Jocko has also found. The humility and honesty of you 2 SEALS is absolutely impressive. Keep up the good work. I watch everything you post.

[justjosh_]

I’m gonna start longboarding in the sandal. The spread is where it’s at. Woo! Thanks guys!

[steveable]

Hoka was originally designed for extreme trail running and hiking. I use them landscaping, fishing, mountain biking and they hold up for a log time!

[AndrewWisler]

Good info — thanks a ton. I love my Altra Lone Peaks, but 1) I don’t run (different category entirely) but 2) I do backpack long distances (>100 miles at a stretch). Switching to Altras has been a game-changer for me, and durability has been acceptable (at least 600 miles per pair — less impact than running, but more total weight). The wide toe box has eliminated a ton of problems, and I think the lower stack height helps with foot placement and trail feel.

I feel like the choice of shoes is highly individual, and the process of finding shoes is personal, but videos like these help to shortcut the process. So thanks for that.

[jasonhull]

I like this SEAL alot. Very down to earth.

[icoarthur]

I’m getting a ton out of these gear reviews, thank you guys! Your race nutrition video was spot on, too. Would you consider doing one on dinner the night before a race and breakfast? Thanks!

[benthomassen]

I wear the Hoka Stinson ATR. Tons of cushion and the past two models seem to have a pretty big toe box. I wear the Bondi for roads/gravel.

[MrUred]

Thank you and God bless.
Just got my first pair of speedgoats and I’m loving that cushion. Marshmallow describes them perfectly.

[trailsandbeers]

Nice video, I have thought about sandals, but scared of kicking rocks...
As someone with wide feet (wide at toes but normal mid foot and heel) I have only found 2 brands with trail shoes that fit me; Topo and Altra.
My current rotation is; Topo Pursuit, Topo mtn-racer 3 and Altra Mont Blanc carbon.
I can use Speedgoat 5 and it was my race shoe last year, but even the wide fit is too narrow in the toes, so now I switched to Mont Blanc.

[yhmark]

Excellent tips there! Keep them coming!

[un-trackable]

I hope you grow. I was a 92G reg army. I was popular as a cook for my PT, not my technical skills. effort is king.

[jacobstromburg]

I've been using Hokas, but the problem is they're soft, you cant feel the ground, I a feel like they "smush" around to much from left to right. I'm going to go with a lower and harder shoe next time.

[andrestomas]

I signed for Naval Aircrew. And knew I had to get to running if I was going to prepare myself before that journey began. I was looking for someone to get me motivated more in myself, and help me prepare my mental state in the correct way. This video is all I needed. I’m now running everyday, and feel more confident it will take me longer to brake then it would have otherwise. Good advise.

[sethdbrown]

I bought a pair of Altras a while back myself, and ended up straining my Achilles! I've settled in to the Nike Pegasus trail 4, it is a great cushioned shoe that can run on the trail or on the road.

[collinmorris]

This is great! Keep these videos coming! Also check out the new north face Vectiv Enduris. Amazing shoe. (Fits Medium to narrow feet)

[PresentedByBailey]

i had a pair of teva in the 1990's when they were made in the usa. last i checked they weren't made here anymore. saucony used to have the slogan "proudly made in bangor maine." you guys should contact new balance and see if they will make an ultra running shoe in the u.s. with your input.