This or That? Non-Plated vs. Plated 2026 Shoes

David and Andrea run through a new round of This or That, They weigh the Sonicblast 2 against the SC Rebel, debate non-plated versus plated performance trainers, and take sides on specific-task versus versatile footwear. Also, what's better: recovery runs or long walks? Liquids or gels during long runs? And much more. Want your ideas on the next This or That? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

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Chapters
0:00 - Intro
1:04 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
15:52 - This or That? Sonicblast 2 or SC Rebel?
22:40 - Non-plated or plated 2026 performance trainers?
32:00 - Specific-task shoes or versatile shoes?
41:10 - Recovery run or long walk?
52:48 - More outsole for durability or less outsole for less weight?
57:14 - Liquids or gels during long runs?
59:30 - Cucumber lime or watermelon Skratch?
1:02:54 - Soft or firm midsoles for long runs?
1:09:30 - Wrap-up

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