Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Apr 6, 2025 · summarized
PositiveA runner finished their first marathon in 3:38 in the original Cielo X1 and loves how well it held up.
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Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Jan 17, 2025 · summarized
PositiveThe original Cielo X1 was their most-used shoe of 2024 for long runs; super durable, they own two pairs.
Reddit · r/RunningShoeGeeks · Sep 1, 2024 · summarized
PositiveAfter 73 km including a 25 km progression from 5:40 to 3:55/km, a 2:58 marathoner finds the original Cielo X1 super bouncy and comfortable at every pace.
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