Brand: Mount to Coast
Category: Racing
Recommended by Cody Poskin, Professional Ultrarunner and Hopeless Romantic — Saint Louis, MO
Highlights: durable, comfortable, daily training
The Mount to Coast R1 is a cutting-edge race shoe designed for ultra-distance road runners, offering a lightweight and breathable experience that enhances performance during multi-day events. With advanced technologies integrated into its design, this shoe ensures comfort and support for the most demanding running conditions. 1. Weighs only 8.5 oz, providing a feather-light feel for optimal speed and agility. 2. ZeroSag technology minimizes material stretch, ensuring consistent fit and support throughout your run. 3. LightCELL construction enhances breathability, keeping your feet cool and comfortable over long distances. 4. GOFLOW design promotes natural foot movement, allowing for a more efficient stride. 5. TUNEDFIT system adapts to your foot shape, offering personalized comfort and stability. 6. Durable outsole designed for superior traction on various road surfaces, ensuring reliable grip. 7. Engineered for multi-day ultramarathons, making it the perfect choice for serious endurance athletes. The Mount to Coast R1 is specifically crafted for ultra-distance road running, ideal for athletes participating in multi-day races or training sessions. It excels in warm weather conditions due to its breathability and lightweight design, making it suitable for both competitive runners and dedicated enthusiasts. Whether you're tackling a challenging ultramarathon or embarking on long training runs, the R1 provides the performance and comfort needed to push your limits.
Price: $160
- Who it's for
- High-mileage road runners — daily trainers, ultra distances, and recovery runs — who prioritize durability and comfort over race-day speed. Works for treadmill and impromptu road marathons too.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise durability (multiple 850–1,000+ mile pairs), comfort, and customizable fit; the repeated caveat is that it is not a fast or race-oriented shoe. Value for the price is called out as a standout.
- Worth noting
- A quieter-riding R1R variant exists. Notes are overwhelmingly positive with no dissenting voices, so criticism is thin.
Cody Poskin's review
Shoe of choice for any and all road miles. Put over 1000 miles on my last pair and they felt as good at mile 1000 as mile 1.
Recommended by Cody Poskin, Professional Ultrarunner and Hopeless Romantic
Frequently asked questions
Who is the R1 for?
High-mileage road runners — daily trainers, ultra distances, and recovery runs — who prioritize durability and comfort over race-day speed. Works for treadmill and impromptu road marathons too.
What do experts say about the R1?
Hosts consistently praise durability (multiple 850–1,000+ mile pairs), comfort, and customizable fit; the repeated caveat is that it is not a fast or race-oriented shoe. Value for the price is called out as a standout.
What should you know before buying the R1?
A quieter-riding R1R variant exists. Notes are overwhelmingly positive with no dissenting voices, so criticism is thin.
What does Cody Poskin say about the R1?
Shoe of choice for any and all road miles. Put over 1000 miles on my last pair and they felt as good at mile 1000 as mile 1.
Why does Cody Poskin recommend Mount to Coast?
Cody Poskin recommends the Mount to Coast R1 for racing. Shoe of choice for any and all road miles. Put over 1000 miles on my last pair and they felt as good at mile 1000 as mile 1.
Is the R1 a good racing?
Yes — Cody Poskin recommends the R1 by Mount to Coast as their racing pick. Shoe of choice for any and all road miles. Put over 1000 miles on my last pair and they felt as good at mile 1000 as mile 1.
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What other hosts are saying
7 experts recommend the Mount to Coast R1.
Megan Eckert, Professional Ultra Runner
The only shoe I need for every mile.
Recommended in Multi-day Running
Mount to Coast is coming out hot this year - their shoes are incredibly comfortable, lightweight, and an unbeatable value at this price for the mileage they provide
Recommended in Entry Level Roadrunner
Shelby Farrell, Athlete. Marketing Professional. Cat Mom.
Super comfortable, I wore these for an impromptu road marathon and had zero regrets. Not the fastest shoe in the lineup, but great for daily miles. Also a go-to for treadmill runs. The R1R version rides a bit quieter.
Recommended in Current Shoe Rotation
Daily trainer and workout shoe! Pair 1 - 850+ miles got a second pair recently!
Recommended in Kicks
Matt Parker, Dr. Matthew Parker, PT, DPT
My first Mount to Coast product did not disappoint. I owe it to these shoes for earning a North American top fifteen 100-mile time in my debut at the distance in 2024. Light but durable. Customizable fit. High energy return. What more could you want?
Recommended in Shoe Rotation
Allen Au, Exceptional Amateur
Believe it or not, this is my "recovery shoe", not race shoe. It's not a great road race shoe as it doesn't offer speed. Instead it offers neutrality which is great for recovery pace while not actively hurting yourself.
Recommended in 2026 - Road Running
