Racing Heart

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.*** Nike Structure 19 Category: Stability Fit: Roomy in the forefoot, but definitely a snug, glove like fit in the midfoot.  Cushioning: Soft, just like last time, there was not much of a change from the last model. Heel to toe drop: 10 mm Weight: 9 oz Price: $120 Comparable shoes: Asics 2000, Brooks Adrenaline Company says: From the Flymesh upper to the triple-density foam midsole, the Nike Air Zoom Structure 19 Women's Running Shoe offers plenty of support and the response you need for a smooth, stable ride that feels ultra fast. I say: The new Structure 19 is very similar model compared to its predecessor. The major change that Nike made in this shoe is the inner arch. The S...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.*** Saucony Guide 9 Category: Stability Fit: Roomy throughout, a little more snug in midfoot, but very similar fit compared to the last model.  Cushioning: Softer! The addition of the EVERUN makes the feeling much more softer than the earlier model and gives it a lighter feel. Heel to toe drop: 8 mm Weight: 8.2 oz Price: $120 Comparable shoes: Asics 2000, Brooks Ravenna Company says: The Guide 9 is back at it again, delivering a plush and supportive ride to take you all the way to the finish line, and beyond. It features EVERUN, the latest in cushioning construction and material innovation. EVERUN takes a dramatically more lively and responsive foam cushioning material and brings it close...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.*** Asics GT-2000 3: Category: Stability Fit: Snug around the heel and through the midfoot. Somewhat roomy in the forefoot but nothing too sloppy. Cushioning: A lot softer than the 2000 2. Heel to toe drop: 10 mm Weight: 8.4 oz Price: $120 Comparable sh oes: Brooks Ravenna, Saucony Guide, Mizuno Wave  Inspire Company says: Introducing the lightest GT-2000™ ever in the over 20 year history of the series! Much of the weight savings can be attributed to the new Heel Clutching System™ and new FluidRide™ midsole. An updated Guidance Line® and Guidance Trusstic System® complement the comfortably supportive Dynamic DuoMax® to provide mild to moderate overpronators the ultimate rid...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.*** Brooks Ravenna 6: Category: Light Stability Fit: Snug in the heel and midfoot and open in forefoot. Cushioning: Firm. I will say it is somewhat plush, but not as plush as Brooks is advertising. Heel to toe drop: 10 mm Weight: 8.8 oz Price: $120 Comparable sh oes: Asics 2000 3, Saucony Guide, Mizuno Wave Inspire Company says: Step into the Ravenna 6 women's running shoes and step into a whole new world of cushion and stability. Riding the line between Neutral and Support with adaptive BioMoGo DNA cushioning in the midsole for custom comfort and an extended Segmented Crash Pad for full ground contact and seamless heel-to-toe transition. The adjustable saddle wrapping fr...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.*** Mizuno Wave Inspire: Category: Stability Fit: Snug in the heel and midfoot and more open in forefoot. Has the feeling of a sock in the midfoot. Cushioning: Softer in the forefoot than previous models, firm in the heel though. Heel to toe drop: 12 mm Weight: 8.6 oz Price: $120 Comparable shoes: Asics 2000 3, Saucony Guide, Brooks Ravenna Company says: Hado, the intrinsic, vibrational life-force that exists in all living matter, comes to life in the Wave Inspire 11, where this powerful, transformative force maps, secures, and surrounds the midfoot. I say: I've only ran in Mizuno shoes once, and that was 4 years ago in the Wave Rider. The one thing I loved about tho...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.*** Saucony Hurricane ISO: Category: Stability, High Cushioning Fit: Like the Saucony Triumph, the Hurricane received the ISO update and I have to say, its great. Not too tight, not too lose. Just right. Cushioning: Plush, but not too soft. More on the firmer side, but soft at the same time. You'll have to try it on yourself to feel how it really feels. Heel to toe drop: 8 mm Weight: 9.4 oz Price: $150 Comparable shoes: Asics Kayano, Brooks Transcend Company says: Batten down the hatches and prepare to experience the most cushioned, plush edition of the Hurricane yet! ISOFIT provides stabilizing support while adapting to the movement of the runner's foot, and the enh...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.**** Saucony Guide 8: Category: Stability Fit: Signature Saucony fit, looser throughout shoe, not too snug of a hold. Cushioning: Soft, contains POWERGRID cushioning, one of Saucony's softer cushions. Heel to toe drop: 8 mm Weight: 8.4 oz Price: $120 Comparable shoes: Asics 2000, Adidas Supernova Sequence, Nike Structure Company says: The Guide is the ultimate training partner for runners seeking a plush feel and light to moderate support. The 8th edition features an even more flexible ride and a seamless forefoot designed to maximize comfort and minimize weight. The SRC Impact Zone now extends further into the midfoot, creating a full ground contact experience and an impr...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.**** Brooks Adrenaline: Category: Stability Fit: Wider-feeling in forefoot, snugger in midfoot.  Cushioning: Stiffer. Contains Brooks' BioMoGo DNA cushioning Heel to toe drop: 10 mm Weight: 9.2 oz Price: $120 Comparable shoes: Saucony Guide, Nike Structure, New Balance 860, Asics 2000 Company says: The new Adrenaline GTS 15 women's running shoe takes equal parts support, cushion and balance, and wraps them in a stylish, high-performance package. Treat yourself to the adaptive cushioning of the BioMoGo DNA midsole that responds to your run and the full-length segmented crash pad that gives you ultra-smooth heel-to-toe transition. The Extended Diagonal Rollbar provides...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.**** Asics Kayano 21: Category: stability/High cushioning Fit: snug in the heel and midfoot Cushioning: The Kayano has the  signature  Asics stiffer gel cushioning in the heel, but the forefoot is much softer than previous models.  Heel to toe drop: 13 mm Weight: 8.9 oz Price: $160 Comparable shoes: Brooks  Transcend , Saucony Hurricane Company says: The new GEL-Kayano 21 is updated with nothing but the best in ASICS technical innovation, featuring the next generation of FluidRide™ and an Ortholite X-40 sockliner for the lightest and most luxuriously stable ride yet. Mild to moderate overpronators will enjoy a more comfortably secure upper, uniquely designed with ...

****DISCLAIMER: everyone's feet are shaped differently, and because I say that this shoe works or doesn't work for me, doesn't mean that it'll work for you. I intend on telling you about the structure and feel of the shoe and giving my opinion. Take it as you may.**** Nike Structure: Category: Stability Fit: With the new flymesh technology on the upper, the fit is like a glove. The upper holds the foot in place just as a sock would. The added flywire on the midfoot provides a snug fit throughout the middle of the foot into the heel. Cushioning: Nike zoom air  cushioning . Stiffer in the heel, softer in the forefoot.  Heel to toe drop: 9 mm Weight: 9 oz Price: $120 Comparable shoes: Brooks Adrenaline, Saucony Guide, New Balance 860, Mizuno Wave Inspire, Asics 2000, Adidas Sequence Boost Company says:  The Nike Air Zoom Structure 18 Women's Running Shoe features added firmer foam for increased stability, along with ultra-responsive...