Hey, thanks for your content. Couple of questions if I wanted a multi purpose gym (for strength work) everyday casual wear and then shorter 5-10k would you buy the racer 2 or the 4 ? I’m thinking maybe the racer? Also have you heard any info about the new ego flo midsole ? Be good to know if they plan to roll it out across all the FWD / 4mm range - can you get any info?
@@amandaball7116 I'd prefer the Escalante 4 for multi-purpose. The Racer's upper isn't great for casual use imho. The Ego Flo is a supercritical foam, which is supposed to be very lightweight and cushioned. And the FWD Via will be the first to use it. So far no reports on others models or versions, but I'll keep my eyes open! Unfortunately, I won't be testing the FWD Via, as it's with 4mm drop, so I'll need to wait to see if they'll use it on any model that I'm interested in 😅
I am a bit amazed (and somewhat delighted) by the fact that you are a heavy pronator (like me) and you wear the Escalante (as do I).... have you ever tried any ultras with more pronation and stability control?
Hey! No, never actually. I used to wear orthotic insoles, but I've stopped using any kind of support altogether since a few years. No injuries and no issues 😊
so late comment but the sw x altr was indeed the 4 not 3. full wool upper nothing special since allbirds been around for yrs by now..dark blue with bit of yellow accents. idon't like the sw strip colors. looking for a bigger overallaround spaced timp 6 with wool upper and oly/wild lugs that would be endgame (among other things..()
Super interesting about running in the rain. Also what's your thoughts about the foam difference between the Rivera and Escalanate 4? I found the 4 soft, and a little unstable. The Rivera was soft too, but I never felt unstable. Just wondered what you felt.
Which part in particular? I don't have particularly wide feet, so I don't notice much. It's a common complaint that the shoes are getting more narrow with each version, but I think that's mainly due to the fabrics being used. The stretch seem to react differently. 🤔
Hey, thanks for your content. Couple of questions if I wanted a multi purpose gym (for strength work) everyday casual wear and then shorter 5-10k would you buy the racer 2 or the 4 ?
I’m thinking maybe the racer? Also have you heard any info about the new ego flo midsole ? Be good to know if they plan to roll it out across all the FWD / 4mm range - can you get any info?
@@amandaball7116 I'd prefer the Escalante 4 for multi-purpose. The Racer's upper isn't great for casual use imho.
The Ego Flo is a supercritical foam, which is supposed to be very lightweight and cushioned. And the FWD Via will be the first to use it. So far no reports on others models or versions, but I'll keep my eyes open! Unfortunately, I won't be testing the FWD Via, as it's with 4mm drop, so I'll need to wait to see if they'll use it on any model that I'm interested in 😅
I am a bit amazed (and somewhat delighted) by the fact that you are a heavy pronator (like me) and you wear the Escalante (as do I).... have you ever tried any ultras with more pronation and stability control?
Hey! No, never actually. I used to wear orthotic insoles, but I've stopped using any kind of support altogether since a few years. No injuries and no issues 😊
so late comment but the sw x altr was indeed the 4 not 3. full wool upper nothing special since allbirds been around for yrs by now..dark blue with bit of yellow accents. idon't like the sw strip colors. looking for a bigger overallaround spaced timp 6 with wool upper and oly/wild lugs that would be endgame (among other things..()
I love running in both the regular and the racer. It is my prefered walking/casual shoe aswell. Always travel in them. Love the Escalantes ❤️🔥
Super interesting about running in the rain.
Also what's your thoughts about the foam difference between the Rivera and Escalanate 4? I found the 4 soft, and a little unstable. The Rivera was soft too, but I never felt unstable. Just wondered what you felt.
Would you say the cushion is enough for anybody who wants to use it as a daily shoe for walking ?
yes, I prefer the racer 2 for everyday walking though
I feel its a bit more narrow than the previous model.
Which part in particular? I don't have particularly wide feet, so I don't notice much. It's a common complaint that the shoes are getting more narrow with each version, but I think that's mainly due to the fabrics being used. The stretch seem to react differently. 🤔
@@TDMiller from the midfoot and lateral forefoot. Yes might be the upper as well
Thank you so much! I truly appreciate it 🙏🏻
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