re: tOfficial Running Shoe Thread

Okay, resident shoe geek here to report. Have tested three new pairs in the last two weeks. Obviously these are initial impressions...I know shoes really show their character as the miles add up.

1) Nike React Infinity Run: 22/30 stack, 8mm drop, mild stability, 9.6 oz.


Pros:
- Looks great
- Lots of cushion
- Flyknit Loft upper is a good material
- Durable - can see this shoe getting 500+ miles, easy.
- Comfy ride

Cons:
- Fit...heal slips, didn’t bother me personally (no irritation) but it’s there for sure. Tying tighter to prevent slip resulted in a numb foot halfway into an 8 mile run. Also, the medial rail is very present under the arch. Again, didn’t bug me, but can see where it’d be an issue for many.
- They’re pricey at $160, though I got these on sale for $119. Not awful for the mileage expected
- Hated the ride. It’s comfy, but just felt so dead. My standard for comparison is the Epic React FK 2. The Infinity uses a different React foam formulation and has added foam vs the Epic. The result, in my opinion, is a mushier ride. They just felt dead compared to my Epics. I also hardly noticed the rocker.

Consensus: sending these back.

ETA: also not sure the 9.6oz weight is right. I pulled the numbers from other review sites. These shoes ran like they were 10+ oz. Felt heavy underfoot.