Cali_4sb
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these drivetrains are the ****
How did you like these? Im a huge boombah fan. Ive neverhad bad traction with boombahs.
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How did you like these? Im a huge boombah fan. Ive neverhad bad traction with boombahs.
ilyk2win
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I have had the Mizuno Blasts (2012 season) and the Mizuno Erupts (2013 season). Both were comfortable and provided good traction (except on wet grass). My only problem with them is that they did not last an entire season for me. Both pairs tore the mesh along the sides where forefoot flexes (where the mesh meets the leather). I think part of the problem is because I pitch, am constantly moving dirt around to level out the ground, and the mesh gets filled with the dirt from the infield. That dirt along with sweat would work its way into the mesh, dry up, and then act like sandpaper cutting its way through the mesh. If I washed the dirt out of the mesh each night they seemed to last a little longer. This past fall I doctored up both pairs with black RTV silicone sealant. That was enough to get me through 2013 without having to buy another pair.
Today, I purchased a pair of the Salomon Fellraiser. Their tread pattern looks like they provide a little better lateral stability than the Salomon Speedcross 3. The Salomon website lists the stability of the Fellraiser as a 3 out of 5 and lists the stability of the Speedcross 3 as a 2 out of 5. I primarily pitch or play OF. If I remember to do so, I will provide some feedback with my review of the Salomon Fellraisers for both pitcher and OF'er.
Today, I purchased a pair of the Salomon Fellraiser. Their tread pattern looks like they provide a little better lateral stability than the Salomon Speedcross 3. The Salomon website lists the stability of the Fellraiser as a 3 out of 5 and lists the stability of the Speedcross 3 as a 2 out of 5. I primarily pitch or play OF. If I remember to do so, I will provide some feedback with my review of the Salomon Fellraisers for both pitcher and OF'er.
I'm unsure of your point. I was referring to limitations of equipment when applied outside of its design. I think what happened with Ginobli's shoe was a materials or production flaw. I don't think it was a design flaw.
I was thinking the same thing. Most running style shoes are designed for flat foot or heel strike and straight line motion. Most athletic style shoes are made for forefoot strike with more support for lateral movements. I've read that the Salomons have very little support for lateral movements. I bought a pair of NB trail runners (? model) last year and found them to have very little forefoot cushion and very little stability. They felt great just walking around. I have been wanting to try a pair of the 3n2 momentums but they never have size 11 in the black mids.
ilyk2win
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First inspections were rarely the problem with Boombah footwear.......durability was the most common complaint (outside of shipping costs).
Check back in July and let us know where you stand.
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Those Fellraisers look sick! And less expensive than the Speedcross.
Anybody ever try these Columbias?
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I tried some of these on but didn't think the tread pattern was nearly as aggressive as I expected.
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Just wore my Salamon's last night for a double header. LOVE my Asics, but no way I'm going back to them after using the Speedcross 3's. Played infield (4 and 5 man) and ran the bases aggressively. My concern was lateral movement and I didn't notice any agility issues at all. Again, I have a narrow foot, but our LC fielder has a very wide foot and he loves his Speedcross 3's as well. Grip - 10 Comfort - 10 Weight - 10 Lateral movement - 9 Look - 5 (not a fan of the black and lime green but they were on clearance) Run true to size.
vipvanilla
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I'll still stick with my 3n2 turfs. I've tried trail runners before and I just don't care for the grip compared to my turfs. But I wonder why so many (if you REALLY want trail runners) aren't looking into other brands.
Dynafit MS Feline (Great trail runner)
La Sportiva ******** (no space when searching... Similar to Speedcross - My anaco nda don't want none unless you...nevermind)
Saucony PowerGrid Xodus 4.0 (All my street runners are saucony - i assume these would be good) - These come with GTX as well if you wanted waterproof...
Puma Faas 500TR (Be sure you search for the TR series)
Montrail Fairhaven or Badwater (both not as aggressive, but decent treads)
Inov-8 Mudclaw 300 Trail (These things are crazy!!!!)
Inov-8 Ro****e
Inov-8 X-Talon 190 (Buddy has these and loves em - he uses them for trail running though, not softball)
La Sportiva Helios (not quite as aggressive in tread)
La Sportiva C-Lite
Brooks PureGrit (used to only use Brooks running shoes)
Mammut MTR 201
Icebug Acceleritas or Anima (LOL, these things are amazing)
Just so many trail runners out there with decent tread. Does no one here know about the new search engined called GOOGLE?
Dynafit MS Feline (Great trail runner)
La Sportiva ******** (no space when searching... Similar to Speedcross - My anaco nda don't want none unless you...nevermind)
Saucony PowerGrid Xodus 4.0 (All my street runners are saucony - i assume these would be good) - These come with GTX as well if you wanted waterproof...
Puma Faas 500TR (Be sure you search for the TR series)
Montrail Fairhaven or Badwater (both not as aggressive, but decent treads)
Inov-8 Mudclaw 300 Trail (These things are crazy!!!!)
Inov-8 Ro****e
Inov-8 X-Talon 190 (Buddy has these and loves em - he uses them for trail running though, not softball)
La Sportiva Helios (not quite as aggressive in tread)
La Sportiva C-Lite
Brooks PureGrit (used to only use Brooks running shoes)
Mammut MTR 201
Icebug Acceleritas or Anima (LOL, these things are amazing)
Just so many trail runners out there with decent tread. Does no one here know about the new search engined called GOOGLE?
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Ozzy3313
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Good post man. A lot of these seem to be in the Speedcross 3 price range of $100+. I've seen a few of them but this list is good. It should open up some other options for sure. I just ordered the Adidas Vigor 3. I had the Vigor 2 last year and like them. So I thought these would be good and these seem to be even a bit more thick and heavy duty. The Vigor 2 seemed a bit flemsy by the end of the season. Love the look of the gray too and for $60 I'm happy.
vipvanilla
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Good post man. A lot of these seem to be in the Speedcross 3 price range of $100+. I've seen a few of them but this list is good. It should open up some other options for sure. I just ordered the Adidas Vigor 3. I had the Vigor 2 last year and like them. So I thought these would be good and these seem to be even a bit more thick and heavy duty. The Vigor 2 seemed a bit flemsy by the end of the season. Love the look of the gray too and for $60 I'm happy.
La Sportiva has a VERY similar look to the way the Adidas logo is written. I wonder who came up with it first.
Some of the new Adidas Outdoor shoes (kind of a sub company) are way better build for endurance than the Vigors I've found. I got a pair of Adidas Outdoor Terrex Fast X hiking boots that are just AMAZING! But again, these come from the Adidas Outdoor sub company
Shortyaz69
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I love my Speedcross 3's. I've had a few pairs, and I've always recommended them as one of the best options out there. Just got my Fellraisers this week, and I will never look back. As far as on field use goes, Fellraiser is superior in every way(especially lateral movement). Just my opinion.
exccsracer
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I have no idea of your skill or effort level, but under wet/slick grass conditions, I wouldn't wear a turf shoe. These guys have listed some super nice shoes for dry conditions but I don't think I could trust anything other than a cleat.
Have you tried?
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Same here. I'd only wear a turf if it's dry and I'm playing infield. Wet and/or OF, cleat.
Yes, with a few different turfs.
exccsracer
Scrooge McBase
Yes.
I currently have Mizuno Franchise 7 cleats, Mizuno Speed Trainers, and NB T4040. I've tried all of them wet and dry. On game day I have a cleat and a turf in the bag. The New Balance are my preferred shoe whenever possible.
I am primarily a middle infielder but this is pretty much how I decide:
Dry infield or outfield: turfs
Damp hard if: turfs
Damp soft if: cleats
Damp of: cleats
Those New Balance look very nice, not very aggressive tread though. I have had no issues wet or dry, grass or dirt in the Speedcross 3s. Only had an issue in super long wet grass with the Vigor 2s.
Bromo32
Pirates of the Palms
Super comfortable. Well priced, mean traction. I picked some of these up on Amazon for $50, and they have 4 different colors too.
Just ordered these on ebay! Will give another review later!
RealDK
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This is how I decide too. Kept a pair of molded cleats for the occasional wet night. Just don't have many of those in CO.
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I play the outfield and have ZERO issue with playing in turfs/trails..
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Where is the best place to get Salomon Speedcross 3's?