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Saucony Endorphin Speed — I’ve found a new shoe friend

February 8, 2021 by Brent

Saucony Endorphin Speed

When I worked in running stores fitting people, the best indicator for a pair of shoes potential success was always the very first impression. I helped make suggestions (how much support, how much cushioning etc.), but the first few steps were the most important. If you want a deep dive on shoe fitting ideology, and […]

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Saucony Kinvara 8 review — reigniting an old flame

April 5, 2017 by Brent

Kinvara 8

Saucony’s Kinvara saved my running life. I can’t believe Saucony is already on the Kinvara 8. When I first decided to become a runner, I took off in a pair of beaten up Nike Frees. They were already several years, so they were worn out from the start. Not knowing anything about running, I didn’t know how bad […]

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Adidas Supernova review — the agony of a running shoe update

December 23, 2016 by Brent

adidas supernova

Runners can be … ornery hesitant to try new running shoes. My first reaction is always cautionary when brands update a shoe I love. The Saucony Kinvara saved my running life. I was fitted for the Kinvara 2 in 2011 and ran through three pairs of that edition. The Kinvara 3 was also solid. But when the […]

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Brent Shirley My name is Brent Shirley, and I'm a stay-at-home dad with experience writing and selling running shoes. Married to a surgeon (she's much smarter than me). Certified RRCA running coach and 11 time Boston Marathon qualifier (2015-25, although I missed the cut in 2015-16). 50 sub 4 finisher.

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