Speedberry Trainer Multi Tester Review: 7 Comparisons

Article by Ryan Eiler and Sam Winebaum

Speedberry Coach ($150)

Introduction

Ryan: Old fashioned with a contemporary trace of Brooklyn funkiness—that’s the Speedberry Coach to my eye. From each an aesthetic and efficiency standpoint, this shoe harks again to less complicated occasions whereas subtly integrating trendy design parts. 

What stands out most, although, is the story behind it. Speedberry is a passion-driven, entrepreneurial effort, and no matter how the shoe performs, it’s a must to admire the braveness it takes to plunge into the wildly complicated and aggressive world of efficiency footwear. What a frightening journey it should have been to reach right here and launch this into the world.

The consequence? A light-weight, back-to-basics coach that retains issues easy and targeted on operate. There are not any pointless frills, only a breathable higher, a thoughtfully tuned supercritical foam midsole with a midfoot carbon shank, and a definite persona. It’s the form of shoe that feels easy on foot and is in some ways a refreshing various to the max-stack, overly engineered pattern that dominates the market at present.

Execs: 

Very gentle weight and value: 7.87 oz / 223g US8.5 $150 pricing In regards to the friendliest using carbon (albeit partial) plated coach round, even at very straightforward paces: SamState-of-the-art supplies together with Aliphatic TPU underfoot in a extra conventional stack peak (37mm heel) and drop uptempo coach: SamVery midfoot steady for individuals who want it: midfoot plate reminds of the steadiness of adidas Torsion gentle trainers: SamCopious outsole protection: SamVery breathable open higher, additionally a con because it may use extra assist:SamSerrated laces a pleasant touch- safe lacing: Sam

Cons:

At $150 one thing needed to give..overly beneficiant mid and forefoot match for increased efficiency maintain for narrower toes: a gusset tongue, much less quantity and extra overlays so as – Sam/RyanPlate may lengthen barely additional ahead to ship extra propulsion – Sam/RyanMissing lockdown skill due to width – Ryan/SamFlatness of underfoot geometry can contribute to an uninspired transition – Ryan/Sam

Most comparable sneakers

Saucony Endorphin Pace 4 – Ryan/Sam

Nike Streakfly – Ryan/Sam

Please discover the testers full run bios on the finish of the article after Comparisons.

Stats

Approx. Weight: males’s 8.11 oz / 230g

  Pattern Weight: 7.9 oz /223g US.8.5,8.11oz / 230g US9.0

Stack Peak: males’s  37 mm heel /  27 mm forefoot (10 mm drop) 

Platform Width: 85mm heel / 63mm midfoot / 114mm forefoot (M 9.0)

First Impressions, Match and Higher

Ryan: Straight out of the field, the Speedberry Coach seems to be and seems like a shoe made by runners, for runners. The one colorway retains issues minimal, and the mesh higher is extremely breathable, nearly to a fault. It’s uniform in density with out a lot focused reinforcement, however the strategic TPU overlays assist with containment.

The heel is solidly constructed, doing its job with out overcomplicating issues. Heel slip isn’t a problem, even with a wider-than-average match. The serrated laces remind me of what Nike has been utilizing on the Vaporfly—efficient and proof against loosening mid-run.

The place I bumped into my first snag was within the match. I needed to go a half-size down, and even then, the forefoot felt wider than I’d favor. It’s snug, certain, however slightly saggy within the entrance, decreasing a number of the precision in foot placement. A gusseted tongue and barely extra construction within the higher may go a good distance in dialing this in and upping the shoe’s efficiency. 

A shoe this gentle which winks at you to up your turnover should have a barely higher lockdown.

Sam: Enjoyable! My first impression of the Speedberry Coach. Brilliant white and orange the design is playful and cheery.

I concur 100% with Ryan’s tackle the higher. At $150 for cutting-edge foam and carbon from a tiny firm one thing needed to give. That stated when you have the next quantity foot than both of us have you’ll be fairly pleased with this easy extremely breathable higher. 

I additionally suppose the ridged laces go an extended solution to serving to safe the shoe. 

My pair was in my normal US8.5 and I may have sized down a half, possibly as I think the forefoot quantity would nonetheless be there.

Foot maintain ended up ample however I wanted for extra midfoot and forefoot lockdown. 

A extra substantial tongue and gusset in addition to a extra compressive mesh would have helped.

Midsole & Platform

Ryan: The midsole tasks Saucony coach vibes, should you ask me — suppose a lower-stacked, bouncier model of a few of their basic trainers. The Aliphatic expanded beads eTPU materials brings a vigorous, participating trip that feels trendy with out chasing max-stack tendencies. It retains issues near the bottom, providing a stability of cushioning and responsiveness that’s more and more uncommon as of late.

A small carbon-infused shank runs beneath the midfoot, stabilizing the froth whereas leaving the forefoot extremely versatile. 

It’s an fascinating selection, and whether or not you want it’ll rely on desire.

 In the event you take pleasure in a pure, versatile toe-off, you’ll respect this setup. If you’d like a snappier, extra aggressive launch, you would possibly really feel just like the shoe lacks some chunk upfront. I felt that it made the shoe really feel a bit unbalanced between the mid- and forefoot, however I’ve additionally heard some say that they respect the extra versatile, straightforward toe-off, so clearly this one is simply a matter of opinion!

Sam: Take cutting-edge Aliphatic expanded beads eTPU foam, mould it into a reasonably reasonable  37 mm heel /  27 mm forefoot stack peak with 10mm drop, insert a midfoot stabilizing carbon shank and also you a conventional type coach with very trendy pizzaz. 

The froth is energetic, reminding me of Saucony’s authentic  PWRRUN Pb however a bit softer and bouncier/ springier and even in really feel to a a lot lighter PWRRUN +, a non supercritical TPU.  There’s loads of cushion however don’t come right here anticipating disconnected max cushion stack heights.

The midfoot carbon shank clearly offers stability there however because of the higher quantity (except you’ve gotten a excessive quantity foot) I wouldn’t fairly put it within the gentle stability class.

Attributable to carbon shank ending fairly far again (in comparison with say adidas Torsion shanks) the Coach flexes fairly far again, between the first and 2nd lace holes so extra the place a each day coach would possibly than an uptempo shoe which usually flex additional ahead.

I’m OK with this flex for common each day coaching however do suppose the tempo and race potential might be improved by shifting the shank ahead and forking it extra prominently.

Outsole

Ryan: Speedberry retains it easy right here, utilizing textured rubber protection with no elaborate cutouts or segmentation. It grips nicely sufficient and contributes to the shoe’s pure, close-to-the-ground really feel.

It is rather flat in form, so there isn’t a lot nuance or dynamic to the foot strike — once more, engendering a easy, old-school expertise. 

The sculpted edges, cutouts, channels, and split-heel designs of most trendy trainers all goal to create a dynamic underfoot expertise, with some tending to prescribe a sure kind of movement. This, against this, takes a “what you see is what you get” method, and affords a simple to grasp if barely primary persona.

Sam:  A easy sheet of rubber basically protecting the entire sole, the outsole has loads of grip, contact, and put on surfaces. It additionally contributes to stabilizing the comparatively tender foam above. The small entrance cutouts assist with flexibility.

Trip, Conclusions and Suggestions

Ryan: For a debut shoe, that is critically spectacular. It delivers a light-weight, unfiltered working expertise that echoes a time earlier than each shoe needed to be maximalist and overly engineered. There’s a purity to it that some runners will completely love.

That stated, it nonetheless seems like a V1 shoe. The match may use some refinement—particularly, dialing within the forefoot width and enhancing midfoot lockdown. 

The partial plate idea works, however extending it barely ahead may convey higher propulsion with out dropping the shoe’s versatile, old-school character.

In the event you’re in search of a coach that feels refreshingly easy and lightweight, that is price a glance. Simply be conscious of the sizing. Speedberry’s ardour is clear in each element, and whereas it’s not excellent, it’s an thrilling begin for a brand new model. I’ll be watching intently to see the place they go from right here.

Rating: 8.1/10 (Deductions for sizing, slot in forefoot, saggy/overly-simple mesh, flattish trip)Smiles Rating: 😊😊😊

Sam: What a strong out of the gate first shoe from Speedberry!  Distinctive in its extra conventional geometry however utilizing cutting-edge supplies (eTPU as an alternative of EVA blends and a carbon shank as an alternative of a plastic shank. The result’s a enjoyable shoe that may deal with most distances and paces with out having you’re feeling divorced from the street or constrained by a inflexible plate.

Versatile and straightforward going if you need to, with snap if you need to step on it, I do suppose, agreeing with Ryan ,that the shank might be moved a bit ahead for extra distinct propulsion and or made longer and of plastic as an alternative of carbon. As it’s I felt distinct midsole assist from its present implementation however on no account overdone assist. 

As mentioned the higher may use some tuning with much less quantity and extra foot conforming mesh and overlays. At my normal dimension, I want, as Ryan additionally does, for extra midfoot and forefoot lockdown however at my slower paces it was not an enormous problem.

At $150, the Speedberry is a really strong worth as a consequence of its trendy platform tech, versatility and enjoyable trip. It’s an excellent selection for runners with increased quantity toes looking for a really gentle, nicely cushioned extra conventional 10mm drop shoe that’s plentifully however not overly cushioned or disconnected from the street. Kudos to Speedberry on this high-quality debut shoe!

Sam’s Rating 8.9 /10

Deductions primarily for higher match, minor deductions for plate location

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Street Scoring Rubric

Trip (50%): Match (30%): Worth (15%): Model (5%):  

New Smiles Enjoyable  Rating!  Out of 5 This rating is about how pleasing/enjoyable the expertise is on the run, or within the case of race kind sneakers how efficient it’s to race.

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7 Comparisons

Saucony Endorphin Pace 4 (RTR Overview)Ryan: The Speedberry Coach in some ways jogs my memory of a stripped-down model of the Endorphin Pace 4 with a tamer, extra conventional trip. The Speedberry feels extra pure underfoot with its comparatively versatile forefoot, whereas the Pace 4 guides your stride extra distinctly. Match, sizing, lockdown, and turnover are distinctly higher on the Endo Pace 4, due to its extra refined higher and extra trendy geometry.

Underfoot, the Endorphin Pace 4’s PWRRUN PB midsole is softer and extra cushioned, providing a {smooth}, energetic trip that excels at tempo efforts and longer miles. 

The Speedberry’s ETPU midsole, in distinction, is firmer and decrease to the bottom, feeling extra like a conventional coach with a bit of additional bounce. I wouldn’t be stunned should you advised me that the  Speedberry’s design was impressed by a Saucony coach corresponding to this from the previous couple of years — their midsole dynamics are surprisingly related in terms of rebound traits. 

Whereas each sneakers have a partial-length plate, the Endorphin Pace 4’s full-length nylon plate offers a snappier, extra propulsive toe-off, whereas the Speedberry Coach’s midfoot shank is extra delicate, providing stability however a way more versatile forefoot.

The uppers additionally diverge—the Endorphin Pace 4 has a dialed-in engineered mesh higher with a gusseted tongue and nice lockdown, making it race-adjacent in really feel. The Speedberry Coach’s mesh is extra open and breathable, however its wider forefoot match can really feel a bit saggy, particularly for individuals who favor a comfortable match.

Outsole-wise, the Endorphin Pace 4 has a strategic rubber structure that enhances traction with out including a lot weight, whereas the Speedberry retains issues less complicated and flatter, prioritizing floor really feel over aggressive grip.

If you’d like a structured, plated shoe for quick efforts and longer runs, the Endorphin Pace 4 is the higher selection. However should you favor a extra pure, back-to-basics trip with a contact of recent bounce, the Speedberry Coach affords one thing distinctive.

Hoka Mach X (RTR Overview)

Ryan:  The Mach X is a extremely cushioned, smooth-riding shoe with a Pebax-infused midsole, providing a softer, extra forgiving trip than the Speedberry Coach’s firmer, lower-to-the-ground ETPU setup. It feels just like the much more substantial shoe on foot, offering what I described as extra of a ”grand touring” really feel. By comparability, the Speedberry feels rather more nimble however doesn’t provide the identical foot containment, propulsive energy, or cushioning.

The Mach X’s full-length Pebax plate delivers a extra noticeable propulsive impact, whereas the Speedberry’s partial plate retains issues steady within the midfoot however permits for a way more versatile forefoot. 

The uppers are noticeably totally different—Hoka’s mesh within the Mach X is structured, safe, and reasonably padded, creating a comfortable, efficiency match with out being overly aggressive. The Speedberry, then again, retains issues ultra-breathable and minimal, however at the price of a looser forefoot match, particularly for these with narrower toes.

Outsole-wise, the Mach X has a reasonably beneficiant layer of rubber, offering strong sturdiness and grip. The Speedberry Coach sticks with an easier, extra old-school software of rubber, retaining weight down however not providing fairly the identical degree of traction or sturdiness.

If you’d like a extremely cushioned, plated coach that feels {smooth} and barely bouncy, the Mach X is the best way to go. However should you favor a extra direct, related trip with a little bit of throwback simplicity, the Speedberry Coach has a novel allure that stands out in at present’s lineup of recent trainers.

Sam: Whereas the Mach X has a much more safe higher I discovered the trip inflexible, agency and never that nice. Simple win for the Speedberry for me even with its lower than ultimate higher.

Nike Streakfly  (RTR Overview) 

Ryan: Whereas the Streakfly is clearly a racer, whereas the Speedberry is decidedly not, I put this comparability right here due to some similarities in really feel between these two. Each have vigorous midsoles with a midfoot shank, giving them a contact of stability with a versatile forefoot. Whereas I believed this degree of flex was fully inappropriate for the Streakfly, it’s positively extra palatable within the Speedberry. Whereas it nonetheless feels barely underpowered at toe-off, I believe plenty of people will respect the visceral really feel of being extra in-touch with the street. 

The Nike is far lighter and snappier to show over, however lacks the steadiness and the extra approachable nature of the Speedberry. The Nike’s outsole additionally feels a lot much less sturdy, which isn’t any shock given the copious, steady outsole rubber on the Speedberry.

Sam: Ryan calls the Streakfly a racer, and I’ve raced them, however I favor to name them the lightest coach ever as that’s how I largely used them they usually have loads of cushion stack at 32/26 however weigh.. 6 ozin a US9. The Speedberryi is clearly extra shoe underfoot together with outsole and is extra supportive. It’s a extra versatile versatile coach however there’s something particular in regards to the extremely gentle weight for cushion of the Nike.

ASICS Magic Pace 4  (RTR Overview) 

Ryan: The Magic Pace 4 and Speedberry Coach are each light-weight, plated trainers, however they method the duty in another way. The Magic Pace 4 seems like a real tempo shoe, with a firmer, extra aggressive trip as a consequence of its full-length carbon-infused plate and responsive midsole. In distinction, the Speedberry Coach takes a extra balanced, versatile method—its partial plate stabilizes the midfoot however leaves the forefoot rather more versatile, making it friendlier at slower paces.

The Magic Pace 4’s engineered mesh higher is noticeably extra structured and performance-focused, offering a comfortable, locked-in match, whereas the Speedberry Coach’s higher is easier, extra breathable, and wider up entrance. In the event you want safe containment, the ASICS has the sting.

Outsole-wise, the Magic Pace 4 has a segmented rubber structure that gives respectable sturdiness and traction. The Speedberry retains issues easy with a {smooth} rubber software, giving it a extra pure floor really feel however not as environment friendly of a trip.

If you’d like a devoted velocity coach that mimics a racing shoe, the Magic Pace 4 is the higher decide. However should you’re in search of a extra informal, versatile, and enjoyable trip with a contact of old-school allure, the Speedberry Coach stands out.

Sam: My 2024 street shoe of the yr the $170 ASICS is much less pleasant and versatile however has much more cushion stack, just isn’t considerably heavier and has a sooner trip extra appropriate for longer runs. It handles slower runs OK however not in addition to the Speedberry. Its higher is flawless in its maintain if decrease quantity than the Coach’s.  

Nike Vomero 18 (RTR Overview) 

Ryan: The Nike Vomero 18 is on the other finish of the spectrum from the Speedberry Coach—the place the Speedberry embraces simplicity and a firmer, low-to-the-ground really feel, the Vomero 18 is plush, high-stack, and ultra-cushioned. Nike’s hybrid midsole integrating ZoomX makes the Vomero considerably softer underfoot, offering long-run consolation that the Speedberry’s firmer decrease stacked ETPU doesn’t provide. Nonetheless, the Vomero can really feel cumbersome, whereas the Speedberry stays gentle and agile.

Higher-wise, the Vomero 18 encompasses a premium, well-padded mesh with a structured heel counter and gusseted tongue, providing higher lockdown and plush consolation. It’s extra robustly constructed to deal with tons of of miles. The Speedberry’s breathable, minimal mesh retains weight down however lacks the identical safe match, particularly within the forefoot.

The outsole is one other space the place the Vomero 18 leans towards sturdiness, with a thick, nubbier rubber structure designed for top mileage. The Speedberry Coach, in distinction, makes use of an easier rubber design that retains weight low and maximizes floor really feel however might not final as lengthy.

For simple days and max-cushion consolation, the Vomero 18 is the clear selection. However should you favor a extra stripped-down, vigorous coach that connects you to the bottom, the Speedberry Coach has a allure the Vomero doesn’t.

New Steadiness Insurgent v3 (RTR Overview)

Ryan: Each sneakers share a light-weight, stripped-down method, however the Insurgent v3 delivers a softer, bouncier trip. The Speedberry feels decrease to the bottom and firmer underfoot, making it a more sensible choice for individuals who favor a extra conventional really feel. The Insurgent’s higher is stretchy and accommodating, whereas the Speedberry’s mesh is extra breathable however lacks the identical degree of foot-hugging safety. Outsole-wise, the Insurgent’s uncovered midsole in key areas results in faster put on, whereas the Speedberry’s extra complete rubber protection ought to maintain up higher over time.

Mizuno Neo Vista (RTR Overview) 

Ryan: The Mizuno Neo Vista and Speedberry Coach each lean towards being light-weight, energetic each day trainers, however their execution differs. The Neo Vista’s huge midsole stack and deeply channeled design make it ultra-soft and bouncy, whereas the Speedberry Coach feels firmer, decrease, and extra responsive. In the event you like plush cushioning, the Neo Vista will really feel like a pillow, whereas the Speedberry Coach retains issues easy and direct.

The Neo Vista’s knit higher is versatile and sock-like, offering a novel match that some will love however others would possibly discover a bit sloppy. The Speedberry’s higher, whereas additionally breathable, has extra construction due to its TPU overlays and strengthened heel, however nonetheless comes up a bit brief on lockdown due to its width and quantity. The Speedberry nonetheless feels just like the sportier trip of the 2, although.

Outsole-wise, the Neo Vista makes use of a thick, full-length textured rubber sample for sturdy traction and sturdiness. The Speedberry retains issues smoother and extra conventional, making it really feel much more related to the bottom and with extra responsive suggestions.

If you’d like a enjoyable, max-cushioned, bouncy trip, the Neo Vista is the decide. However should you favor a lighter, firmer, and extra old-school-inspired coach, the Speedberry Coach will swimsuit you higher.

Sam: Agree with Ryan right here.

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Tester Profiles

Ryan Eller A hopeless soccer profession led Ryan to take up working, and after taking a decade-long break from competing, he’s again racking up mileage each time he can.  He calls the 2018 Boston Marathon the toughest race of his life, the place he completed in 2:40, barely remembering his identify on the end line.  Rya extra not too long ago has a PR of two:13:36 on the 2024 NYC Marathon and ran 2:14:23 on the 2024 Boston Marathon, ending 3d American and fifteenth total.

Sam is the Editor and Founding father of Street Path Run. He’s in his 60’s  with 2024 Sam’s 52th yr of working roads and trails. He has a a long time outdated 2:28 marathon PR. Nowadays he runs halves within the simply sub 1:40 vary if he will get very, very fortunate. Sam trains 30-40 miles per week largely at reasonable paces on the roads and trails of New Hampshire and Utah be it on the run, mountain climbing or on nordic skis. He’s 5’9” tall and weighs about 160 lbs, if he’s not having fun with too many high-quality New England IPA’s.