Comments on: Skechers GoRun 2 Review: How a Running Shoe Update is Made

By: Steve

Steve — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 16:36:15 +0000

A Gorun 3 review would be interesting. I’m a new-ish runner. I got on this boat late and got a pair of 3’s. Because they felt so comfortable inside I tried them barefoot but that led to blisters on the sides of both feet right behind the ball joint of my big toes. There’s a material overlap that feels totally benign but turned into a saw blade on me after only 2K. I can feel it with socks on too but with no adverse affects other than the distraction. I also thought the 3’s were way softer than the Kinvara 4’s they replaced. I feel like they were sapping my power and I attribute my never-had-before knee pains to the shoe being too unstable underfoot. Other than that I was ok with the soles mid foot bump. Lastly I thought they were hot – although there’s mesh over the toes 2/3rds of upper is a bit thicker and definitely doesn’t pass air as well.
Don’t get me wrong, I liked trying these out (they’re cheap – why not?) because it helped me identify what I really like ( I guess I’m a firm shoe guy?) and don’t like in my shoes, but based on my knee experience I can’t recommend them.

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 15:04:22 +0000

In reply to Brad Landry.

Scratch my other comment – appears you’re right, can’t find a 12.5 listed on most sites. Skechers has it as an option, but not in stock.

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:51:38 +0000

In reply to Mark. Closest thing right now might be the GoRun Ride, but next year the shoe to watch for will be the GoMeb Strada. It was basically built to fill the niche you are looking for.

By: Mark

Mark — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 19:37:25 +0000

Does Skechers make a shoe for me? I’m basically looking for a neutral trainer. Used to wear mostly Nikes (Vomero & Pegasus). Currently running in Brooks Glycerin and Asics Nimbus. Like both of those more than the Nikes.

Mostly looking for a good cushioned shoe for everyday training. Mileage is low right now. Usually run about 55-60 miles a week on a mix of city streets and trails, but running has been very limited to past year due to non-running injuries (major surgery followed by 2 broken ribs from a fall), so right now I’m running about four days a week 4 miles a so a day. Building back up to at least an hour a day six days a week.

By: Brad Landry

Brad Landry — Sat, 02 Aug 2014 23:26:43 +0000

Looking forward to hearing about the GoRun 3. I’d love to give these shoes a try but I can’t find either version 2 or 3 available in a 12.5. Does Skechers not do half sizes above 12? Would love to try this shoe, but can’t buy it in my size!

By: Kristy

Kristy — Mon, 02 Jun 2014 14:30:44 +0000

In reply to Peter Larson. I was wearing Nike's. I did go out and buy a pair of these and am thrilled to report that it has helped a lot. I am new to running and these shoes have made a big differenc for me.

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Fri, 30 May 2014 20:58:33 +0000

In reply to Kristy. Hard to say, what shoe do you wear now?

By: Kristy

Kristy — Thu, 29 May 2014 14:58:29 +0000

I tend to get a lot of calf tightening when I run. Would these shoes be good for helping with that?

By: Jan

Jan — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 20:46:51 +0000

In reply to Peter Larson.

Thx for your quick reply. My physiotherapist did make an insole to correct my foot position, to avoid injuries.
I’ll have a look at the GoRun Ride, maybe I could exchange the insole with an insole made specially for my foot…
Regards
Jan

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 15:32:16 +0000

In reply to Jan. Unless you have an injury history specifically linked to your pronation, I wouldn't worry about it. The Skechers GoRun Ride might be a good one to look at.

By: Jan

Jan — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 12:21:01 +0000

Hi, thx for your review Peter. I have a very basic question, I’m a light overpronation runner, and I’m used to run in Asics 2160, do Skechers have a shoe for me you think? or is the overpronation issue not present when running mid foot/for foot ?
kindly
Jan

By: Peter Larson

Peter Larson — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 22:02:18 +0000

In reply to Ricardo. Mainly just mix them in gradually on shorter runs and let the body adapt. It's not a problem to mix shoes up on different days, and always best to be careful when moving to a very different shoe. The Ultra has plenty of cushion, but is much softer and more flexible than the Kayano. The GR2 less cushion, even more flexible, so very different shoes. Progress slowly with shorter runs in the new shoes and you will hopefully avoid issues.