A surprisingly excellent max-stack shoe that stands among the best in its class for comfort and value, making it a genuine gem in the Decathlon lineup that Ben plans to keep. — Ben Parkes
A surprisingly excellent max-stack shoe that stands among the best in its class for comfort and value, making it a genuine gem in the Decathlon lineup that Ben plans to keep.
Best for: Long runs and easy recovery runs for any runner seeking max cushion comfort at a competitive price
Steve Moore calls the Kipride Max a standout value in the max cushion category, saying at $160 it punches well above its weight and feels comparable to $170-$190 name-brand trainers.
Best for: Max cushion daily wear and training at an accessible price point
The Run Testers rank the Kipride Max their second-best cushion shoe — excellent, bouncy cushioning with real versatility to speed up, great value in the UK, and suitable for beginners and experienced runners alike.
The Kipride Max wins its group and advances to the round of 16, described as a strong all-round value shoe before being eliminated by the ASICS Metaspeed Sky/Edge Tokyo.
Deserves a mention as 1080-like in performance but at a better price, just a little less agile.
Best for: A cheaper 1080-like comfort cruiser, slightly less agile
The Kiprun Kipride Max is one of the best shoes the reviewer has run in this year — delivers soft, protective, energetic cushioning at a lower price than rivals, with a good rocker and reliable platform, though has some wobble in the heel on slower landings.
Best for: Road ultra runners wanting max cushion comfort and energy at a value price point comparable to the NB 1080 v15 but cheaper.
Honorable cushion daily trainer mention — a max cushion shoe from Decathlon using a blend of midsole foams for comfort, bounce and fun at an affordable price.
Kieran's current easy-day pick — slotted in happily and displaced the Vomero 18 and NB 1080 v15 in his rotation.
Best for: Beginner-friendly comfort marathon shoe with bounce.
Best for: Cushioned easy mileage.
The Run Testers call this a happy surprise and easily the best Kiprun shoe they've run in — a protective, bouncy, well-balanced max cushion daily trainer that offers strong value, especially at UK pricing.
Best for: Max cushion daily miles for marathon training with enough versatility to push marathon pace
The Run Testers notes: Kiprun shoes can run big; one tester went half size down and it worked though wanted a bit more toe box room, other tester went half size up for a roomy fit. Good midfoot lockdown, good heel hold from padded heel collars, flexible heel counter that avoids Achilles irritation.
Per The Run Testers.
The Kiprun Kipride Max weighs about 278g (men's 9), has a 44.0mm heel stack and a 6.0mm heel-toe drop.
Reviewers compare the Kiprun Kipride Max to Nike Vomero Plus, ASICS Gel-Nimbus, New Balance 1080 v15, Nike Vomero Premium.
Per Ben Parkes, The Run Testers.
Next Pair aggregates 11 expert reviews of the Kiprun Kipride Max, including Ben Parkes, The Run Testers, Run Moore.
Per Ben Parkes, The Run Testers, Run Moore.
Compared to other road easy recovery in the same lane.
