jogging and motivation thread

[ctan84]

I have nimbus 26. I think 24 should be fine. If cheap, just whack.

Since I am a fellow bbfa, I luv thick and heavy shoes.

I just cancelled my order actually. Didn't realize its already 2 seasons old and 26 is out. Will be going Japan soon, think I will just get 26 from there lah. How is it ah? Is it still very heavy and chunky, thus a drag on the ankles? My mileage isn't high anymore, each run about 4+ to 5km nia. Was thinking will Cumulus be a better fit for such lower mileage.

 

[binbinpon]

24 is lighter than 23-26.

26 is the heaviest!

 

[dreamaurora]

I just cancelled my order actually. Didn't realize it’s already 2 seasons old and 26 is out. Will be going Japan soon, think I will just get 26 from there lah. How is it ah? Is it still very heavy and chunky, thus a drag on the ankles? My mileage isn't high anymore, each run about 4+ to 5km nia. Was thinking will Cumulus be a better fit for such lower mileage.

Try GT2000. Good balance between weight and cushion. It’s what I use for my usual runs.

 

[ctan84]

Try GT2000. Good balance between weight and cushion. It’s what I use for my usual runs.

Tried b4, couldn't really feel much of the cushioning coz I'm BB over 90kg

 

[ctan84]

24 is lighter than 23-26.

26 is the heaviest!

Ok when in Japan then I try. Might just get the Cumulus then.

 

[xllms]

Wondering how it feel like running on such cooling weather

a sudden change from humid SG to below 20s is a huge change of freshness. easier to run. Training in SG will help one run better in cooler conditions.
once you get used to it, its pretty much the same. But one needs to get used to run in strong winds, a very different challenge. Strong dry winds in winter is lagi worse. Have to wear super thick and cover head, ears, neck, fingers, etc. Nose may sniff regularly due to low temperature. Lips dried up fast. etc

 

[Jeremy1]

a sudden change from humid SG to below 20s is a huge change of freshness. easier to run. Training in SG will help one run better in cooler conditions.
once you get used to it, its pretty much the same. But one needs to get used to run in strong winds, a very different challenge. Strong dry winds in winter is lagi worse. Have to wear super thick and cover head, ears, neck, fingers, etc. Nose may sniff regularly due to low temperature. Lips dried up fast. etc

Do you sweat a lot ?

 

[xllms]

Tried b4, couldn't really feel much of the cushioning coz I'm BB over 90kg

can try
adidas boston 12
asics novablast 4
brooks ghost max
new balance Fresh Foam X 1080v13

 

[xllms]

Do you sweat a lot ?

yes i am a huge sweater.

 

[winningeleven]

Anyone here using or used Asics Nimbus 24 b4 ah? Its on flash sale on Shopee & just nice got my size. After all the coupons discount, will cost $83 nia. My last Nimbus was in 2018 coz it got heavier and heavier until it was very tiring on the ankle, so I stopped using Asics and went around trying other brands (on Adidas now). I know the current one is Nimbus 25, but I'm ok with 1 season older.

I checked the weight is about 290g. Definitely it is on the heavier side for me. Now most of the running shoes I aim below 250g.

Maybe u can try saucony range like kinvara , glide etc ..
Currently I am wearing endorphins speed 3. Weight is less than 230g but this price is on the high side .

 

[ctan84]

can try
adidas boston 12
asics novablast 4
brooks ghost max
new balance Fresh Foam X 1080v13

Wah I gave brooks a chance in 2010 (when brooks was still under Sportslink and were sold at dirt cheap prices). Bought the ghost then, found it so so nia.

 

[Jeremy1]

can try
adidas boston 12
asics novablast 4
brooks ghost max
new balance Fresh Foam X 1080v13

I had tried the boston 12 n had a feel on the novablast 4, the foam is not really soft enough to me.

The boston 12 if you're heel land but if you mid sole land will be a bit firm for me and I think for young people still ok but senior citizen prolong use will have knee issues.

 

[Jeremy1]

yes i am a huge sweater.

I also sweat a lot when running outside.

 

[Jeremy1]

Good weather before rain and jog to the gym for 15 minutes, sweat like hell

After gym, rain stopped and run 15 minutes again to makan dinner also feel hot

My pace for both is about 7.5 minutes only

I am yet trying to maintain a pace where I can jog forever

 

[Ender]

WIth my limited (not a fan of high cushion) experience with high cushion shoes, I used the ASICS Novbablast 2 and the NB Fuelcell Rebel v3 for recoveries and LSD when I expecting sore feet in the end. I can feel they help compare to my usual daily trainer with firmer foams.
I would suggest giving the Asics novablast 3 or 4 a look. as they are lighter than my v2 and still retain the soft characteristic.

 

[Ender]

After gym, rain stopped and run 15 minutes again to makan dinner also feel hot

My pace for both is about 7.5 minutes only

I am yet trying to maintain a pace where I can jog forever

LEt me know if there such a pace that can jog forever.
Let me intro you to Niko Niko running. Design for old folks where speed is not a priority, but safety and longer session is the focus. PErsonally never tried, coz too slow and boring and not for one with running goals.

 

[vj_style]

Anyone here using or used Asics Nimbus 24 b4 ah? Its on flash sale on Shopee & just nice got my size. After all the coupons discount, will cost $83 nia. My last Nimbus was in 2018 coz it got heavier and heavier until it was very tiring on the ankle, so I stopped using Asics and went around trying other brands (on Adidas now). I know the current one is Nimbus 25, but I'm ok with 1 season older.

I really don't understand why people are still buying such old models like Kayanos or Nimbus, or Asics gel shoes in general. This is 30-year-old technology. There have been lots of new developments in terms of technology with better and lighter materials. Gel is a heavy material and shoes with gel will naturally be heavy. Pls move on with the times. If you're a fan Asics, why not try their newer models which they've gotten rid of gel, like novablast, metaspeed etc. Personally I don't care for Asics shoes anymore. They used to be good but not anymore, IMHO.

 

[xllms]

Wah I gave brooks a chance in 2010 (when brooks was still under Sportslink and were sold at dirt cheap prices). Bought the ghost then, found it so so nia.

depends on what you seeking for
under sportslink, i had my brooks pure cadence 2. enjoyed it.

now on brooks hyperion tempo and hyperion elite 3. Their midsole is not the most responsive but still very decent. hyperion tempo is very good for track runs and run fast.
In terms of fitting, they are among the best if not the best i had. Wear and run, nothing to get used to.

 

[Mecisteus]

Anyone here using or used Asics Nimbus 24 b4 ah? Its on flash sale on Shopee & just nice got my size. After all the coupons discount, will cost $83 nia. My last Nimbus was in 2018 coz it got heavier and heavier until it was very tiring on the ankle, so I stopped using Asics and went around trying other brands (on Adidas now). I know the current one is Nimbus 25, but I'm ok with 1 season older.

I had the Nimbus 21 I think.

Just purchased 1 for $95 with 950 coins back.

Very difficult to get sizes on Asics official for some older models.

 

[xllms]

I had tried the boston 12 n had a feel on the novablast 4, the foam is not really soft enough to me.

The boston 12 if you're heel land but if you mid sole land will be a bit firm for me and I think for young people still ok but senior citizen prolong use will have knee issues.

lol i dread soft midsoles super awful for ankles. i have ankles and knees issues due to football, athletics and army. Soft midsole for me is a no no. Different people different preference.