Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jul 4, 2025 · summarized
MixedAfter an 8-mile marathon-pace run, a forefoot striker gets propulsion from the Prime X3 Strung but finds it weird and is considering exchanging it.
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Runners praise its stable, secure fit, but opinions split on the ride, with several finding it stiff or awkward at pace and a few loving it for long runs.
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Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jul 4, 2025 · summarized
MixedAfter an 8-mile marathon-pace run, a forefoot striker gets propulsion from the Prime X3 Strung but finds it weird and is considering exchanging it.
Blog · Believe in the Run – Meaghan Murray, Chad Zimmermann · summarized
PositiveMore enjoyable overall than its predecessor. One tester loved the look and the far more accommodating toebox and fit: v2 crammed his toes. The upper is comfortable, and the Continental Lighttraxion outsole and energy-rod/plate setup suit long workouts.
Blog · Doctors of Running – Matt Klein (DPT) · summarized
PositiveB+. An awesome long-run super trainer with a wider, comfortable fit and bouncy heel, and it gave decent guidance on long runs. Lace bite, a rough inner upper (socks required, ideally thick), and a less stable midfoot than v2, whose lateral bias tires you late.
Runners praise its stable, secure fit, but opinions split on the ride, with several finding it stiff or awkward at pace and a few loving it for long runs.
Of the 11 reviews with a clear verdict, 36% are positive, 45% mixed and 18% negative. The praise mentioned most is comfortable fit. The most common complaint is heavy.
The complaints reviewers mention most: heavy (1 review). For example: Fun, with an extreme forefoot rocker, but not the update he hoped for. Softer, faster and more aggressive, yet still too heavy for racing, so the speed assistance is cancelled out. Not comfortable for long runs due to the foam and plate setup: not enough bounce and harsh transitions. Good traction.
We collected and summarized 11 experiences shared on Reddit and blogs, with links to the original sources. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.
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