Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Shoe Review: Nike LunarGlide+


The first time I looked at it, it doesn't seem quite looks like a pair of running shoes. I thought it was for trail running.

From the design department, it certainly looks good. But the question is whether it could perform as good as it looks.

I took it for a 12km run, and surprisingly it was light. And the time I clocked was just a minute more from the usual Saucony pair I had. I could go faster and it will allow me to go, although the soles looks a bit thick. What I didn't expect was the bouncy feeling it gave. Somehow the bounce could translate to further distance per running step, which makes you go futher.

I also did a few walks in it. Now why would one try test walking? If you are comfortable walking in a pair of shoes, running would be the same. Ever walk in a pair of running shoes and you feel tired just by standing? And walking in it does feel naturally stable. You won't feel tired, even after you had walk miles in this.

I would say it's perfect for training up to 21km, but not for fast road racing. If you ever wanted a pair of running shoes that is light, stable and attractive, it's definitely worthwhile to consider.

Retail Price MYR 399.00

5 comments:

Pakwar said...

thanx for the suggestion, how about choosing a suitable bike for daily cycling. I just want to start cycling.....

yipwt said...

hi pakwar,

Hmm..try getting a decent road bike. Budget should be around 2-3k for a first timer.

I think Merida, Polygon, Giant should be fine for medium range budget.

Then considering getting a better wheelset (sealed bearing).

plee said...

Nice write up. When you mention Sauconys is it the Fastwitch?
Thx Paul

yipwt said...

hi paul,

yeap..it's fastwitch...

Azizul Azizan said...

http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/2009/jul/26/cycling-britain-dave-cameron

Salaam Omar this should be a good read