This week on Shoe Eating Monster, I’m taking you through my latest thrifted running shoe haul — and y’all, it’s a good one.

I scored FIVE pairs of quality running shoes for under $45 each, and I’m walking you through what makes each one special, how they’re holding up used, and what I’ll be testing them for. From the featherlight Altra Vanish Carbon to the plush Brooks Glycerin GTS 22, this is a budget runner’s dream.

• Altra Vanish Carbon – $30
  Carbon-plated race shoe with a roomy zero-drop fit.

• Topo MT-5 – $22
  Road-to-trail hybrid with Vibram grip and cushy ZipFoam.

• Karhu Ikoni 2.0 – $10
  Data-driven daily trainer with Finnish flair.

• Brooks Glycerin GTS 22 – $43
  Max cushion + stability = on-your-feet-all-day dream.

Whether you're on a budget, a gear nerd, or just thrifting-curious — tune in and see which pair is worth tracking down secondhand.

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This week’s episode: The ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27
If you’re someone who’s on your feet all day, this is the episode for you. Whether you're working retail, running around a hospital floor, standing behind a counter, or just walking your town into the ground — the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 27 might be your next best friend.

I’ve been testing this one out hard, and it’s easily one of the plushest, most reliable shoes I’ve worn for all-day comfort and support. It retails for $165, and I gave it a 9 out of 10 Shoe Eating Monsters for durability. That’s right — this one holds up.

Tune in for the full breakdown and see if the Nimbus 27 should be your next shoe for the long haul.

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