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New Balance 5000v2 - Spikeless running shoes

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adarqui:
something i'm sending to New Balance .. trying to find out wtf to do if I can't find v2's anymore:


--- Quote ---First the feedback: This is by far my favorite running shoe, and has unfortunately become my measuring stick for all other running shoes. I've put over 500 miles on my first pair & ran 25 miles in them, plus many ~12-15 milers. So they definitely aren't just limited to 5k/10k. This review sums it up: http://fellrnr.com/wiki/New_Balance_RC5000v2  ... "My calculated cushioning-to-weight ratio (AKA Benefit) is 9.1, far higher than any other shoe. It's as well cushioned as some shoes that weigh nearly three times as much". I use my MRC5000v2's for speed work, mile runs, 5k's, long runs etc.. Easily the most versatile shoe i've worn.

So now to my question.. Will there be a v3? Or do I have to stock up on v2's? :/ I hear the v1 was actually "better" than the v2, but i've never been able to find those online.

I really hope NB doesn't completely stop making this shoe.. It's the most impressive running shoe i've ever put on. Also, Brenda Martinez has recommended them many times, wearing them during her NY 5th Ave mile races for example.

If NB does stop making them ... what is the recommended NB replacement shoe? I don't see anything that's similar. The only thing I see that is somewhat similar, is the Saucony Endorphin Racer.

Finally, I just received a pair of Adidas Adios Boost 3's; I am used to running in my NB MRC5000v2's, so these Adidas felt like heavy pillows. I'm astonished that people can run as fast as they do in shoes like that. I'm returning them ASAP and getting more 5000v2's.

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Andrew
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