The Brooks Dyad 9 is now out, and I finally got a pair in my strange size 8.5 4E. Initially I was told it was a softer ride, and a wider fit. I've now run twice in them. I'm not too sure about either.
I think part of the problem is they have taken away a bit of the volume of the shoe. This is a continuing effort by shoe companies to make shoes lighter, so the mesh upper is closer to the foot - snugger fit. I find that feel irritates my foot. To offset this, I've re-laced the shoes, so it doesn't come down so closely to my foot(remember you don't have to have the lacing the way the company does it).
As far as the cushion goes, I'm feeling a firmness I haven't felt previously. No one will ever confuse this shoe for a soft cushy ride. I like a firmer feel, but this is feeling a bit too firm.
Do I like this version? Eh....it'll do for the moment. I have few options, though I am always willing to try something else. I wish I had different feet, and then the choice of shoes would be more wide open for me.
Charlie
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