![]() The ARCHFIT adds to this feeling as the medial arch in the insole is raised. Skechers is using the phrase HyperArc instead of "M-Strike" but there is a noticeable push to land at the midfoot given how intense the heel bevel and toe spring are. ![]() Matt: The Razor Excess 2 is moderately cushioned with an extremely rockered ride. Again, the Excess 2 provides a locked-in fit from back-to-front, is a bit more narrow, and has more comfort than the previous version. There is a semi-rigid heel counter, however the rest of the upper does not have any other significant reinforcement besides a flexible toe guard. That said, it's currently a favorite of mine in the performance trainer realm this year, because I could lace it down as tight as I wanted without any irritation over the top of the foot. This is one of those performance trainers that locks down the entire foot, and therefore for some will feel a bit narrow in the toe box. It is made of a monomesh and polyester material that creates a superior comfort to the previous version yet locks down just as well, if not better. ![]() ![]() It was so synthetic that it didn't really have any comfort to it. The previous version was a very synthetic-feeling material that would lock down fine through the midfoot and also had a wider toe box. For me, it was a huge step in the right direction. Nathan: The Skechers Razor Excess 2's biggest update is found in the upper and fit. These vents make the inside of the shoe a little scratchy, so socks are highly advised with this shoe. There are ventilation holes that can be seen from the inside of the shoe. The engineered mesh upper breathes fairly well from the midfoot forward. Even the midfoot fits slightly more narrow, but the adjustable laces make things adaptable. The heel is also snug and secure even during faster paces. Those two worked well enough together that I had zero trouble with the counter. There is a somewhat flexible heel counter that is covered by a solid amount of heel collar cushioning. I initially felt a large amount of pressure on my medial and lateral toes until the engineered mesh broke in. I did not have to lace lock the shoe and the new monomesh/polyester upper provides solid security and mild stretch for comfort. Those who have more narrow feet will likely enjoy the shape of the Razor Excess 2. The fit is snug throughout the length of the shoe, giving it a faster feel. It feels like the length is almost long, but the tapered toebox cuts the sizing back to true to size. Matt: The Skechers Razor Excess 2 fits me true to size in my normal US men's size 10. The main changes from its predecessor include a completely re-done upper, the addition of the forefoot H-Plate, and the addition of ARCHFIT insoles. Nathan: The Skechers Razor Excess 2 is a lightweight, lower drop performance trainer that operates off of a rocker geometry, semi-rigid forefoot via a carbon-infused plate, and a mildly-soft and responsive slab of HYPERBURST foam. The Skechers Razor Excess 2 continues to be a surprisingly lightweight and rockered shoe than can handle long-distance efforts and adds some versatility at shorter and faster efforts. The addition of a forefoot carbon-infused plate is only mildly noticeable adding a bit more rigidity to an already stiff ride. A new ARCHFIT insole provides additional proprioceptive pressure under the arch which will work well for those that like sensation there or have higher arches. An updated upper provides a snug fit particularly in the forefoot with a new engineered mesh that dramatically improves the lockdown. Matt: The Skechers Razor Excess 2 is a snug-fitting, forefoot plated, lightweight performance trainer for those looking for a rockered, mildly soft, and responsive ride.
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