Best trainers on Reddit
113 reviews from r/AskRunningShoeGeeks, r/PokemonMasters, r/phoenix and 27 more subreddits
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#1
Nike
4.1
(11)
"The most comfortable all days shoes for me are Nike Vomero 5"
"Black Airforces so people know you aren't one to mess with."
"Nike 110’s"
"Enjoying the Nike Structure 25 quite a bit."
"Enjoying the Nimbus 25 quite a bit."
"The classic 'dad' shoe for a reason!"
"Huarache runners"
"Air Force 1"
"Killshot 2's are pretty good too"
"Super shoes may not be adequate for slower paces."
#2
ASICS
4.8
(9)
"Or the Novablast 5. Both come in wide options."
"NB 2002R/1906 OR ASICS Kayano 14."
"Novablast 5"
"ASICS tend to have lots of room in their uppers and suit a high volume instep. The Nimbus are very stable but also very comfortable."
"They are a blessing for my joints."
"The ASICS Superblast is versatile for long, tempo, and easy runs."
"The ASICS Novablast 3 has been great with the extra cushioning to help with the impact and recovery."
"I’d recommend Asics or hoka - she can try them out for a bit and still return them if you need to."
"Check ASICS. They term wide fit shoes with wide and extra wide."
#3
Pokémon
4.1
(10)
"SS Morty is a non-negotiable choice for effective content clearing."
"SS Hilda & Victini provide excellent support."
"NC Leaf & Moltres are great options for versatility."
"SS Red is a strong contender for any team."
"SS May can fit well in many strategies."
"NY Wallace can be a good replacement."
"Mix Blue is effective in various scenarios."
"Anni N is a solid choice for team composition."
"Alt Gloria offers unique advantages."
"Kabu & Centiskorch don't compare well to the top choices."
#4
Hoka
4.4
(7)
"The Hoka Mach 6 are a great daily trainer that also work well for tempo/interval duties."
"I personally like Hoka Bondi 8s. I have flat feet and no issues with them"
"Get On or Hoka"
"I’d recommend Asics or hoka - she can try them out for a bit and still return them if you need to."
"I’ve had a few types of Hoka that are black and waterproof. Challenger and Clifton."
"I’ve had a few types of Hoka that are black and waterproof. Challenger and Clifton."
"I use a pair of Hoka Skyward X as they leave me f"
#5
Adidas
4.0
(7)
"I’ve been using the stabils and crazy flights forever. Best shoe out there."
"Most of the adizero line will work."
"Adidas ultraboost"
"I use Adidas Crazyflight."
"The Takumi Sen is a short distance racing flat, so that could work for you."
"I think I'm set on the Stabil 16 but expecting to be disappointed."
"I wanted to like the new Stabils but disappointed that it didn’t fit well for me."
#6
New Balance
4.8
(5)
"I’d recommend the 880v14 especially since the v15 is about to drop."
"NB 2002R/1906 OR ASICS Kayano 14. I'd put ultra boost 1.0-5.0 in the same comfort category"
"It’s max cushion and great shoes for recovery and easy run."
"Running shoes totally changed how much I enjoy a city break because I can walk all day."
"New balance are good."
#7
Skechers
4.4
(5)
"By far the most comfortable shoes I’ve worn."
"They’re very comfy."
"My 1st pair lasted ages. Just bought my 2nd pair last month, so we’ll see if they are as good."
"Sketchers do nice black ones, as do On running - lots of different models of all-black shoes"
"Skechers do waterproof trainers, but they also have a range of work shoes, some of which look like trainers."
#8
Asics
3.8
(5)
"I would recommend trying the Cumulus first, if he needs more cushioning then move to the Nimbus."
"Novablast imo is one of theese shoes you can use for easy aswell as speed sessions."
"Asics is surprisingly good too, like the Nimbus 25/26."
"Familiar, stable shoes are recommended for first marathon."
"I wish the novablast had a little more rubber too."
#9
Saucony
4.3
(3)
"They are tanks"
"The Max Road 6 never dies."
"We ended up deciding the Saucony Ride 17s were a good fit. Unfortunately, after about a month and 70 miles, I wasn’t digging them."
#10
Nobull
4.0
(3)
"The nobull trainees are very flat so they seem like they'd be good for that."
"Nobull"
"Nobull trainers."
#11
Vans
5.0
(2)
"Vans UltraRange"
"Vans pro shoes are the best bang for buck!"
#12
Altra
5.0
(2)
"Have a look at something like the Altra Lone Peak trail runners."
"I have over 400km on my pair of Rivera 4s and they look and feel like new."
#13
WeMod
5.0
(2)
"I’m having a blast using WeMod. I just reduced damage by 2x and increased attack by 1.5."
"Makes the game perfect for my liking."
#14
K9 Connections LLC
5.0
(2)
"They offer Force Free Positive Reinforcement Based training and online private lessons."
"They offer online private lessons if requested."
#15
Brooks
4.5
(2)
"Brooks 100%. They give you 90 days to try your shoes for a refund."
"Brooks vs Hoka vs Asics - take your pick"
#16
Runners Roost
5.0
(1)
"Head to a running store! ie: runners roost or fleet feet - they will do a foot scan and recommend a nice selection."
#17
Kickr
5.0
(1)
"Kickr Move = awesome indoor rides"
#18
Balancing Paws
5.0
(1)
"1000% have my full recommendation."
#19
Best Friends Forever
5.0
(1)
"My sister in law runs it and she's in the Happy Valley area of north peoria."
#20
Heather Gerrish
5.0
(1)
"She is Fear Free certified."
#21
Couth Canine
5.0
(1)
"George is the best."
#22
IB K9
5.0
(1)
"Their specialty is reactive dogs, Jason the owner is amazing."
#23
Zoom Room
5.0
(1)
"We had a really great experience."
#24
Furbabies and Friends
5.0
(1)
"Kristie has been great with our dogs."
#25
Omega
5.0
(1)
"The trainer will come to your house or on a walk/park. He's amazing."
#26
Divine K9
5.0
(1)
"Jorge is the best. No intimidation, all positive reinforcement."
#27
Sploot Pet
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend working with Ellen."
#28
Teacher’s Pet
5.0
(1)
"Teacher’s pet is fantastic."
#29
Pluto's Way
5.0
(1)
"They are very good with reactive pups."
#30
Pawsitive Reinforcement
5.0
(1)
"Meghan is great."
#31
Cultured Canine
5.0
(1)
"Cultured canine is great."
#32
Pawsitive Leash
5.0
(1)
"Caitlin has helped us a lot with our leash reactive rescue."
#33
Real Deal
5.0
(1)
"Real Deal on Country Club is great!! Best money we ever spent."
#34
NW Fitness Project
5.0
(1)
"Outstanding trainers with a “train to play” mindset"
#35
Dogs Best Friend
5.0
(1)
"Dogs Best Friend is by far the best"
#36
Equinox
5.0
(1)
"I recommend checking out Equinox in Pasadena for their gym and trainers."
#37
Matador Performance Center
5.0
(1)
"Check out Matador Performance Center. It's a gym for independent trainers, with all the equipment you could think of."
#38
Free Will Fitness
5.0
(1)
"Donny at Free will fitness in east liberty! I knew nothing about training when I first started seeing them."
#39
Celli’s
5.0
(1)
"Celli’s in Troy Hill offers personal training and Ryan the owner specializes in rehabbing injuries."
#40
Pittsburgh Fitness Project
5.0
(1)
"Gina at Pittsburgh Fitness Project! She will meet you wherever you are in your fitness and get you wherever you want to be."
#41
Barefoot Shoes
5.0
(1)
"I recommend minimalist shoes for foot and joint health alone."
#42
Converse
5.0
(1)
"I wear high top converse at the gym with silicon laces and they just slip on."
#43
Salomon
5.0
(1)
"Salomon gortex xapro. They're a hiking shoe, made for being on your feet all day."
#44
Magnum
2.0
(2)
"I found the Magnum Bandera a bit too bulky."
"Not my cuppa."
#45
V12 Boost IGS Black S3 HRO SRC Trainer
4.0
(1)
"Eg V12. https://v12footwear.com/products/boost-igs-black-s3-hro-src-trainer"
#46
Oxypas
4.0
(1)
"Oxypas are good. Chefs and nurses love them!"
#47
Veja
4.0
(1)
"Veja do a few different black trainers and they seem to have pretty good environmental standards."
#48
Vivo Barefoot
4.0
(1)
"I did treadmill hill intervals a few weeks ago in my vivo barefoot shoes. My calves were no joke sore for 8 days."
#49
Zero Drop
4.0
(1)
"I switched to zero drop/barefoot shoes in May for daily wear and my calves have ballooned in size and gotten a lot stronger."
#50
Xero Mesa Trail WP
4.0
(1)
"I use and have been quite happy with Xero Mesa trail WP. They work well on roads and trails."
#51
ASICS Nova Blast
4.0
(1)
"I know ASICS has a lot of wider sizes. You could see if they have any wide nova blasts."
#52
Merrell
4.0
(1)
"Maybe get something like a Merrel MOAB or Fly Strike trail trainer?"
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