Comments on: More Low Heel-Forefoot Drop Shoes Now Available: Saucony Mirage, Peregrine, and Fastwitch 5

By: Woody

Woody — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

The Fastwitch 5 was a bit disappointing to me when I wore it for a week or so back in December. Very firm, limited flexibility and too much arch. That said, could be a decent transition shoe from a traditional trainer to a more minimal shoe.

By: Gall1972

Gall1972 — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Pete Larson.

"Very much like a firmer Kinvara". Is this a good thing or bad thing.. or dont you know yet?

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Jay Mueller.

Thanks for the info Jay - didn't notice that about the drop on RW. I
was going off a preview post they had put up awhile back. Look forward
to your full review!

Pete

On Thursday, February 17, 2011, Disqus

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Spyros.

Arch support is about the same.

On Wednesday, February 16, 2011, Disqus

By: Spyros

Spyros — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Roberto Kinvara is a neutral shoe, while the Fastswitch is a stability one.

By: Spyros

Spyros — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Pete can you answer the question posted by Pedn55 here: https://runblogger.com/2010… ? I had the same issue with my ankle in Kinvara.

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Spyros.

Goes to show you how shoe preferences are very much individualized - that's
why what I say here on the blog reflects my own opinions, and maybe not
those of others who try the same shoe.

Pete

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Neomaxifondweebie.

I think it entirely depends on the person. What works for one may not work
for another, and vice versa.

Pete

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Gall1972.

Personal preference I guess. My jury is still out.

Pete

By: Spyros

Spyros — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Woody and Roberto report opposite opinions about the arch in Fastswitch :)

By: Roberto

Roberto — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to Spyros.

I'm aware, but it doesn't really come through in feel. I'd suggest that that shouldn't be a concern in deciding between the two. I'm not convinced it matters all that much, particularly when you're down to racing flats.

By: Pete Larson

Pete Larson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

In reply to sramfl.

Just ran 15 miles in the Mirage earlier today - very much like a firmer
Kinvara.

Pete