The cushioning is very poppy and despite feeling protective and soft, is not mushy at all. Testers reported feeling bouncy at both slow and fast paces. The Hyper Burst midsole has a high level of energy return regardless of pace. The Skechers GOrun Razor 3 Hyper was reported as one of the most responsive rides of the shoes tested this round. Many were surprised regarding the lack of an insole but found they were able to still lock their foot down during faster speed running. Testers again wished for a bit more room around the toes. The breathability and lightweight features of the uppers create a wonderfully comfortable fit around the foot. The slightly anatomic upper moves very well with the foot except at the toe as mentioned previously. The cushioning provides a soft but bouncy feel that testers enjoyed during and after their runs. No break in was needed by any testers, who were able to jump right into any type of run right out of the box. Along with the new upper, testers reported a great initial step in feel. The new sole designed with Hyper Burst provides a comfortable and supportive ride. The insole is non-removable, so those with inserts may need to size up to put those in. The speed lacing system interacts well with the upper, allowing for further customization of fit. A few testers were able to successfully wear the shoe sockless without issue.
The upper is completely seamless and very breathable.
One tester noted the taper pushed one his big toe, but that feeling subsided with time. However, many testers noted the toebox tapered more than others Skechers shoes and were surprised to feel some mild pressure. Testers enjoyed the fit of the thinner upper, commenting it shaped very well to the foot. A molded heel counter sits in the rear and a cut out in the heel collar gives plenty of room for the Achilles tendon. A seamless, sturdy upper replaces the stretchy GOknit of the previous version. The Skechers GOrun Razor 3 Hyper fits true to size. As one of the lightest shoes in this round of testing, the Skechers GOrun Razor 3 could be anything from a lightweight trainer for some to a racing shoe for all distances up to the marathon. However, some noted that the upper is narrower than expected around the big toe. Testers loved the heel collar, which gave plenty of room for the Achilles tendon and comfortable held the rearfoot. The upper is thin and shaped like the foot for the most part in typical Skechers Performance fashion. Testers felt comfortable running a variety of speeds in the Skechers GOrun Razor 3 hyper, noting they popped off the ground during recovery runs and 200-meter repeats alike. The ride is both fast and stable thanks to a wider base, which help direct the foot forward despite no additional supportive elements. A go-to workout and speed shoe for testers, all noted how fast and responsive the new midsole is. With a new HyperBurst midsole, the Razor 3 Hyper is faster than ever. The Skechers Gorun Razor 3 Hyper is Skechers Performance’s new marathon racer.