Mount to Coast R1  Running Shoe Review

Reviewed Nov 25, 2025 at 09:05am
Tested using Methodology v0.8.2 
Mount to Coast R1

Track

4.8
Marathon Racing 
6.0
5K/10K Racing 

Track

 0

We've tested these running shoes to expand our database and allow users to compare results to help with their buying decisions. We don't expect to write a full review, but if you have any questions about this product, please let us know.

Our Verdict

4.8
Marathon Racing 
6.0
5K/10K Racing 
  • 4.8
    Marathon Racing
  • 6.0
    5K/10K Racing
  • Changelog

    1.  Updated Nov 25, 2025: Review published.
    2.  Updated Nov 24, 2025: Early access published.
    3.  Updated Aug 04, 2025: Our testers have started testing this product.
    4.  Updated Jul 21, 2025: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
    How We Test Running Shoes
    How We Test Running Shoes

    We buy and test running shoes with a very data-oriented approach. While we're just getting started, our methodology already has dozens of tests to help you make the right purchasing decision for your needs. Not only do we use high-end equipment to gather objective data, but we also order multiple sizes of the same shoes so team members can log in miles. This real-world testing is conducted at various paces and conditions, across different types of workouts, to cover all the bases. This allows us to verify our results and ensure they align with what you might feel with a specific pair.

    Test Results

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    1.4

    Energy Return

    1.4
    Forefoot Energy Return
    Forefoot Energy Return
    66.2%
    1.5
    Heel Energy Return
    Heel Energy Return
    66.4%
    5.7

    Cushioning

    6.0
    Heel Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 550N
    2.75 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1100N
    7.72 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1900N
    13.14 J
    5.4
    Forefoot Cushioning
    Energy Absorbed At 800N
    3.34 J
    Energy Absorbed At 1300N
    5.82 J
    Energy Absorbed At 2050N
    8.58 J
    8.3

    Lateral Stability

    External Shape
    Outsole Heel Width
    89 mm (3.5")
    Outsole Arch Width
    77 mm (3.0")
    Outsole Forefoot Width
    117 mm (4.6")
    Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
    2.53
    Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
    4.24
    9.0
    Forefoot Firmness
    Firmness At 800N
    146.2 N/mm
    Firmness At 1300N
    299.1 N/mm
    Firmness At 2050N
    567.5 N/mm
    6.6
    Heel Firmness
    Firmness At 550N
    61.3 N/mm
    Firmness At 1100N
    136.5 N/mm
    Firmness At 1900N
    289.2 N/mm
    Other Features
    Tongue Gusset Type
    Fully-gusseted
    Plate
    None
    Additional Tests
    6.7
    Design
    Weight
    Weight
    242.6 g (8.56 oz)
    Design
    Stack Heights
    Heel Stack Height
    35.1 mm
    Forefoot Stack Height
    27.6 mm
    Heel-To-Toe Drop
    7.5 mm
    Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
    8.0 mm
    Design
    Internal Shape
    Internal Length
    279 mm (11.0")
    Internal Heel Width
    69 mm (2.7")
    Internal Forefoot Width
    91 mm (3.6")
    Wide Sizing Available
    No

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