Nike Flyknit Lunar vs. Racer vs. Trainer

[monkey07529]

Between the lunar, racer, and trainer flyknit models. Which is the best regarding comfort? or overall style, etc. 

 

[easyco]

I asked the same between the Racers and Trainers and some guys were very helpful. 

Here's what they said:

 
I have run in both the Racers and Trainers so I'm hoping my opinion can be of some help to you. Below are the more differences that I feel really set the two apart.

Racers:

More narrow in the heel and midfoot

Zoom unit in the forefoot ideal for midfoot and forefoot strikers

Save these for race day

Although not noticeably lighter, it is lighter than the Trainer

Trainers

Zoom unit in the forefoot and heel- more functional for everyday training and casual wear

A bit wider in the heel and midfoot

Dynamic flywire through the upper was more supportive/ maybe due to what seems like more dense knitting on the upper- particularly in the midfoot area

It should be noted that both the Racer and Trainer are made for those with a normal/moderate arch. Pronators and supinators beware, both shoes don't have built in support like many gait specific runners. Best for neutral runners. Also, both have very thin tread on the outsole.

Hope this helps.

af1 1982
Yesterday at 7:40 am

Racers are thinner and more geared towards sprinting. They are less padded and more minimal. They only have heel zoom i believe

Trainers have a thicker sole and are more padded. They offer more protection. They have heel and forefoot

 
The racer is more of a minimal setup.

Runners labeled "racers" in general are typically not meant for everyday running or run training.  I believe the term racer refers to them being for road races and such.  You're pair of "trainers" or a more cushioned supportive shoe is used for everyday running and training.

Someone can correct me on this if I'm wrong, but I think this is the idea

 
what he said. haven't tried out lunars 2, but lunars 1 is one of the most comfortable shoe i ever worn along with flyknit chukka. trainer is still comfortable but sole is firmer. lunar has crazy amount of cushion, like walking on pillows. since i wear it casually with jeans/khakis, lunar doesn't look right for me. i own all 3 type and have about 20+ pairs between them so i'm speaking from experience comfort wise.

HOPE THIS HELPS YOU OUT BRO