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=Comparisons=

Here are some direct comparisons with its potential competition.

The Instinct and [[Asics Gel Hyper Speed]] are surprisingly close in cushioning given the Instinct is about 80% heavier than the Hyper Speed. Normally I'd say that this makes the Hyper Speed the clear winner, but the Instinct is worth considering due to its comfort. The Hyper Speed is far from uncomfortable, but when my feet are tired and beaten up, the softness of the Instinct is welcome. I'd never choose the Instinct over the Hyper Speed in a race (of any distance), but as a shoe for an easy training run, it's worth contemplating.

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The [[Hoka Clifton]] is the best [[Maximalist]] shoe by far, combining massive cushioning with light weight. The Instinct is 30% heavier, but offers far less cushioning. What the Instinct does offer is a shoe designed for the human foot, with far more padding in the upper. As with the Hyper Speed above, I'd never think about choosing the Instinct over the Clifton in any race. But if you want a more comfortable shoe for some gentle runs, or you don't like cutting holes in your brand new Hoka shoes, then cast your eye over the Instinct.

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The [[Saucony Kinvara]] and Instinct have similar levels of cushioning, but there are far more difference than similarities.

* I classify the Kinvara as a transitional shoe, partway between a traditional shoe like the [[Asics GT 2000]] and a [[Maximalist]] shoe like the Instinct or a light weight optimal shoe like the Hyper Speed.

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I like to compare shoes against my benchmark "normal running shoe", the [[Asics GT 2000]]. The GT 2000 is only slightly heavier than the Instinct, and has less cushioning. The two shoes could not be farther apart in their use of [[The Science of Running Shoes]], with the GT 2000 adding lots of over engineering and counterproductive features. The Instinct doesn't try to interfere with your stride, or encourage a heel strike like the GT 2000. The Instinct is a clear demonstration of what's wrong with traditional running shoes and how they should be created.

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