Indeed, however my guess would be that given Ben's international audience and also the way UA-cam works (previews of first 20 seconds of a vid when you hover) that many non-UK did not quite catch the "helloeverybody!". And may have put non-subs off. I think Ben should just slip in the phrase randomly during a vid....then we can all wait on tenterhooks for it....might also be good for more viewers (anticipation). Approaching 200k subs now....and maybe a Q&A ! Then maybe you can request the phrase.
I'm not a runner but rather a casual walker & hiker (2-6 miles) that wants comfortable shoes with good traction in the wet WA woods. I have worn "trail running" shoes for my purposes for the last decade. My last pair was Solomon Sense Ride 4 purchased 2 years ago (felt good, but I didn't care for the intermittent creak/snapping sound they made). I tried on the Hoka Challenger, Sense Ride 5, and finally the Peg 5. All were comfortable in the store, but the Peg 5s felt the best; they are certainly are well cushioned! That said, the footbed has such prominent padding under the heel and ball of the foot that I found it distracting. After wearing them around the house for 5 days I returned them. In the end I got the more "old school" Asics Gel Venture 9. They are stiffer, less padded, but feel more natural to me.
Ran in Salomon (Ultraglide) and NB (FFX More 2) last year, this year (2024) using the Saucony Xodus 2 and the Hoka Challenger 7. Of all these shoes the Hoka is the most comfortable and is my main training shoe for the trails down here in Canberra, Australia. I used a previous Nike Pegasus 4 trail shoe briefly but could not fix the heel slip with a runners knot, so had to give them away.
I got the Hoka challenger 7s to train for my first marathon, and I really love them! I live in central Sweden and have the privilege of having lots of nice nature just outside my door and they've dealt super well with most conditions, even with some of the snowy weather we still had in the spring (though I've needed to put spikes on them when its really icy out). They were so comfy right from the get go. Maybe the narrow fit is jot for everyone (I have narrow feet) but for me, they have been perfect.
The Hoka Challenger 7s are my favourite! I'm on my third pair now having put a combined total of 2300km (mixture of walking and running) on the first two. They're so durable and comfortable for wherever I'm running and I don't feel like they slow me down at all. Plus they come in such cool colours!
So many options. Novablast 4 TR for me. Imagine a Superblast 2 TR ! Achilles issues are common for me...insertional achilles tendonitis mainly. Stretching and ankle mobility (combat stretches etc) was making it worse!
This review came at the right time! I just bought a Peg trail 5 at a great price for my non technical trail runs. Hoka Speedgoat 5 is my go-to shoe for more technical terrains.
Out of these have only tried the Challenger 7 but absolutely love that one. Like you said, it feels almost identical to the Clifton on the road, and it is even the same weight in my size, but it gives you the flexibility to survive a little bit of mud if you have to.
If anyone's thinking about the Hoka the Tecton X2 is on sale for £130 now. Vibram Megagrip lightbase, twin carbon plates, Matryx upper, lighter etc. Worth a look x
Thanks for your wondeful content as always Ben. I was just looking at lots of different road to trail shoes to replace my New Balance Hierro 6s, so the timing of this is perfect. Keep up the fantastic work!
Great reviews! I’m all about these hybrid shoes, I’ve been running in ASICS Gel-Cumulus 25 TR all year and it’s great for the road but not enough grip for trails. I got a Pegasus Trail 5 and it’s considerably grippier and even more comfortable. I also had a Hoka Challenger 6 that was so good I ended up using it too much for daily wear.
Thanks Ben, looking forward to the next video. Finding a manageble trail race / meet seems difficult, all seems geared to the 50k which is out my league at the moment
I love that you tell us if the shoes have a wide option, and how the standard versions toe box feel. As a wide foot runner I have a real struggle finding good fitting shoes. I wish all manufacturers did wide versions of their shoes. Looking forward for the trail videos! ⛰️🌲
I've had multiple pairs of the Salmon Sense RIde (3 and 4) in the past. Great all round trail shoes, I've taken them up to 50km. I'd agree they start to feel a bit firm after then. I'd also say they're not ideal in road conditions. If you have to run on the road for a bit they're fine, but you end up wishing you had normal road shoes.
I use the previous version of the Nike Pegasus Trail as my main running shoe and it’s been very reliable and comfortable. 600kms done in them and no problems.
@@doros9.2 Yes, the Gore-Tex one. I've been out running in the rain and in mud, and it's been fine. I also don't find that it gets too hot, even in the UK summer.
@@PhilMUK thanks for the reply. I’ve been considering getting my first gore-tex shoes and wondered how good the protection is. Some of my last long runs ended with very wet toes and that doesn’t feel great. Might wait for the Trail 5 Gore-Tex.
I like the look of the challenger atr but i am skeptical at the durability of the hokas. I have owned a pair of inov-8 roclite 305s for several years which i have felt are perfect road to trail shoes and you can rely on them for technical and muddy terrain as well.
Ben, hope all is well. Wanted to reach out to ask if you have tried the endorphin speed 4’s? I’ve trusted your recommendations in the past and just wanted to see what you thought about the endorphin speed 4’s.
Hey Ben, thanks for the great reviews as always! I'm signing up to the Thames Path 100km in September and was thinking what shoes you would recommend. Saw your review of the Superblast version 2 saying that would be ok on light trails or would you opt for one of these perhaps or a full on trail shoe? Thanks!
I found the Challenger ATR to be like running on stiff blocks. I hated the shoe. The Hoka SG feels like a much more comfortable shoe, although designed for a different purpose. I've got the Peg5 otw to try it.
Road to trail is a misleading term. For example, the Hoka trainers tested here have the exact same outsole as the Hoka Tecton X2 which is the brands flagship trail shoe. Obviously they're designer for harder packed trails but they're still essentially the same shoes that have won UTMB grip wise.
In need of advice: I have just started running (38km total - 3wk) and have been using 6 year old Nike runallday shoes. I have noticed some soreness on the bottoms of my feet. Should I keep using these or get something better? If so is the runners need gait analysis actually worth it?
hiya ben, thanks for sharing this! got a q for you if you don't mind? i am just curious what shoe/s you may recommend for the cotswold way? i have started looking into running that route (probably over 2 days) and am a bit perplexed as to which type of shoe would be best.
From my experience a shoe like one of these or a light trail shoe would be suitable. Mostly hardpack dirt and rocky terrain. I ran race to the tower and trained with the nike wildhorse 7 and inov8 roclite along sections of the Cotswold way.
My absolute favourite is the NB Fuelcell Venym. Excellent midsole, perfect fit and a decent grip. No other shoe comes even close PS: your girlfriend are dead right
I once again ask for "helloeverybody!"
Indeed, however my guess would be that given Ben's international audience and also the way UA-cam works (previews of first 20 seconds of a vid when you hover) that many non-UK did not quite catch the "helloeverybody!". And may have put non-subs off.
I think Ben should just slip in the phrase randomly during a vid....then we can all wait on tenterhooks for it....might also be good for more viewers (anticipation).
Approaching 200k subs now....and maybe a Q&A ! Then maybe you can request the phrase.
Isnt it supposed to be “hellobody!” ?
I'm not a runner but rather a casual walker & hiker (2-6 miles) that wants comfortable shoes with good traction in the wet WA woods.
I have worn "trail running" shoes for my purposes for the last decade. My last pair was Solomon Sense Ride 4 purchased 2 years ago (felt good, but I didn't care for the intermittent creak/snapping sound they made). I tried on the Hoka Challenger, Sense Ride 5, and finally the Peg 5. All were comfortable in the store, but the Peg 5s felt the best; they are certainly are well cushioned! That said, the footbed has such prominent padding under the heel and ball of the foot that I found it distracting. After wearing them around the house for 5 days I returned them.
In the end I got the more "old school" Asics Gel Venture 9. They are stiffer, less padded, but feel more natural to me.
The ultimate travelling shoes
Ran in Salomon (Ultraglide) and NB (FFX More 2) last year, this year (2024) using the Saucony Xodus 2 and the Hoka Challenger 7. Of all these shoes the Hoka is the most comfortable and is my main training shoe for the trails down here in Canberra, Australia. I used a previous Nike Pegasus 4 trail shoe briefly but could not fix the heel slip with a runners knot, so had to give them away.
Thank you Ben, followed one of your training plans and ran a 3:48 trail marathon! 😊 PR for me🎉
I got the Hoka challenger 7s to train for my first marathon, and I really love them! I live in central Sweden and have the privilege of having lots of nice nature just outside my door and they've dealt super well with most conditions, even with some of the snowy weather we still had in the spring (though I've needed to put spikes on them when its really icy out). They were so comfy right from the get go. Maybe the narrow fit is jot for everyone (I have narrow feet) but for me, they have been perfect.
The Hoka Challenger 7s are my favourite! I'm on my third pair now having put a combined total of 2300km (mixture of walking and running) on the first two. They're so durable and comfortable for wherever I'm running and I don't feel like they slow me down at all. Plus they come in such cool colours!
Challenger 7 for me. Comfortable and very versatile
So many options. Novablast 4 TR for me. Imagine a Superblast 2 TR !
Achilles issues are common for me...insertional achilles tendonitis mainly. Stretching and ankle mobility (combat stretches etc) was making it worse!
This review came at the right time! I just bought a Peg trail 5 at a great price for my non technical trail runs. Hoka Speedgoat 5 is my go-to shoe for more technical terrains.
Good combination there!
legend for doing this video, thanks Ben!
Thanks for adding the AUD prices! First time I've noticed them on your videos.
Yes.. we have started doing that now. The amount of viewers from Australia is growing very quickly at the moment, which is lovely!
Beside saying UK size 12 add the EU size as well :D
Out of these have only tried the Challenger 7 but absolutely love that one. Like you said, it feels almost identical to the Clifton on the road, and it is even the same weight in my size, but it gives you the flexibility to survive a little bit of mud if you have to.
If anyone's thinking about the Hoka the Tecton X2 is on sale for £130 now. Vibram Megagrip lightbase, twin carbon plates, Matryx upper, lighter etc. Worth a look x
Thanks for your wondeful content as always Ben. I was just looking at lots of different road to trail shoes to replace my New Balance Hierro 6s, so the timing of this is perfect. Keep up the fantastic work!
Great reviews! I’m all about these hybrid shoes, I’ve been running in ASICS Gel-Cumulus 25 TR all year and it’s great for the road but not enough grip for trails. I got a Pegasus Trail 5 and it’s considerably grippier and even more comfortable. I also had a Hoka Challenger 6 that was so good I ended up using it too much for daily wear.
Thanks Ben, looking forward to the next video. Finding a manageble trail race / meet seems difficult, all seems geared to the 50k which is out my league at the moment
I love that you tell us if the shoes have a wide option, and how the standard versions toe box feel. As a wide foot runner I have a real struggle finding good fitting shoes. I wish all manufacturers did wide versions of their shoes. Looking forward for the trail videos! ⛰️🌲
Great reviews! I think my trails are a bit too technical for road-to-trail shoes, but I think they're a great option for someone.
I’ve been really enjoying the Altra experience wild recently. I think it’s a good trail shoe that doubles as a decent road to trail option.
Great work Ben, hope you had a chance to enjoy getting lost in lovely Epping Forest after filming!
Personal wear Vivobarefoot trails in there.
Nice to see you at High Beech in Epping 🤙
Good spot! Yes, lovely trails around the forest.. though it was perfect for these type of shoes.
I've had multiple pairs of the Salmon Sense RIde (3 and 4) in the past. Great all round trail shoes, I've taken them up to 50km. I'd agree they start to feel a bit firm after then. I'd also say they're not ideal in road conditions. If you have to run on the road for a bit they're fine, but you end up wishing you had normal road shoes.
What’s best for proper cross country, off the trail etc… grass, mud, boggy ground etc. don’t overly want spikes tho
I don't think I've ever seen Ben without a hat.
This video really helped me with my decision, thanks!
I use the previous version of the Nike Pegasus Trail as my main running shoe and it’s been very reliable and comfortable. 600kms done in them and no problems.
@@PhilMUK Is it the Gore-tex version you have been using? If yes, how has the water resistance held up with time?
@@doros9.2 Yes, the Gore-Tex one. I've been out running in the rain and in mud, and it's been fine. I also don't find that it gets too hot, even in the UK summer.
@@PhilMUK thanks for the reply. I’ve been considering getting my first gore-tex shoes and wondered how good the protection is. Some of my last long runs ended with very wet toes and that doesn’t feel great. Might wait for the Trail 5 Gore-Tex.
@@doros9.2 I’ve been out in the rain and a bit of mud but probably haven’t tested the Gore-Tex to the limit. Never come back with wet feet though.
I like the look of the challenger atr but i am skeptical at the durability of the hokas. I have owned a pair of inov-8 roclite 305s for several years which i have felt are perfect road to trail shoes and you can rely on them for technical and muddy terrain as well.
I know the price is nuts but the Nike Uktrsfly is literally the best shoe I’ve e we had as a trail runner with some road
I use the combination of the Hoka Speedgoat 5 and the Saucony Endorphin Edge.
I am wearing Hykes Pinnacle and sooo comfy, I will never go back to regular shoes.
Waiting for Ben parkes to review the balenciaga running shoes
I actually did set my 5k PB in a pair of Salomon Sense Ride 4s.
haha.. that's amazing. Well done!
@@BenParkes Thanks Ben! And thanks for making such excellent videos too!
Your voice is reminds someone in Captain America first Avenger movie
What about the velocity nitro 3???
Ben, hope all is well. Wanted to reach out to ask if you have tried the endorphin speed 4’s?
I’ve trusted your recommendations in the past and just wanted to see what you thought about the endorphin speed 4’s.
Any hints as to when the Gore-tex version of the Pegasus Trail 5 is coming?
Would also like to know this
It is now out in the nike website
Hey Ben, thanks for the great reviews as always! I'm signing up to the Thames Path 100km in September and was thinking what shoes you would recommend. Saw your review of the Superblast version 2 saying that would be ok on light trails or would you opt for one of these perhaps or a full on trail shoe? Thanks!
Hi Ben thanks for the video. Do you think you could go an ultra distance in the Peg 5?
Sarah is right. The Hoka looks horrible. 😅
Having used the peg trail 4 there's no way I'm going near the 5
I found the Challenger ATR to be like running on stiff blocks. I hated the shoe. The Hoka SG feels like a much more comfortable shoe, although designed for a different purpose. I've got the Peg5 otw to try it.
What shoes would you recommend for running around Brecon Beacons Wales
Road to trail is a misleading term. For example, the Hoka trainers tested here have the exact same outsole as the Hoka Tecton X2 which is the brands flagship trail shoe. Obviously they're designer for harder packed trails but they're still essentially the same shoes that have won UTMB grip wise.
Tecton X2 is vibram megagrip.
Challenger 7 is nothing, like torrent.
In need of advice: I have just started running (38km total - 3wk) and have been using 6 year old Nike runallday shoes. I have noticed some soreness on the bottoms of my feet. Should I keep using these or get something better? If so is the runners need gait analysis actually worth it?
What's your take on Brooks cascadia 17? They are currently for 68 quid online.
hiya ben, thanks for sharing this! got a q for you if you don't mind? i am just curious what shoe/s you may recommend for the cotswold way? i have started looking into running that route (probably over 2 days) and am a bit perplexed as to which type of shoe would be best.
From my experience a shoe like one of these or a light trail shoe would be suitable. Mostly hardpack dirt and rocky terrain. I ran race to the tower and trained with the nike wildhorse 7 and inov8 roclite along sections of the Cotswold way.
My absolute favourite is the NB Fuelcell Venym. Excellent midsole, perfect fit and a decent grip. No other shoe comes even close
PS: your girlfriend are dead right
Please now “best trail running shoes 2024”🙏🙏🙏
Best looking shoe is the Salomon.
SUBBED . Because YOU SIR 'PAY FOR THESE SHOES WITH YOUR OWN MONEY'.
welcome to the channel!
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How does these Salomon Salomon Sense Ride compare to the Salomon glide max TR? Any one has experience about this?
I don't know about the UK but in the US you can find the Salomons for $50
I've never liked Nike for trail shoes, not changing my mind today
I will always support you Mr.Ben and Ms.Sarah.Take care always and God bless always!Peter Andrew Chua from the Philippines ❤❤❤
road shoes are so good these days that i just use old pairs for light trail, and they work better than trail shoes.
Never tried a Salomon shoe I liked. They're so hard in every way, like putting your feet in some kind of plastic moulds...
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