Mount to Coast C1

Believe in the Run observes that the Mount to Coast C1 feels a little hefty in hand but does not feel heavy on foot; the reviewer finds that the weight distribution makes it feel seamless underfoot.

Believe in the Run observes that the Mount to Coast C1 uses dual-density midsole foam: Circle Cell foam immediately underfoot with a rubberized EVA underneath, providing a stable platform for the Circle Cell to compress under and spring off.

Believe in the Run reports that the Mount to Coast C1 costs $180, which he characterizes as getting up into premium daily trainer/super trainer pricing.

Believe in the Run reports wearing the Mount to Coast C1 for the United Airlines NYC Half marathon; he set a new PR, shattering his prior PR by over 8 minutes and going sub-2 hours for the first time.

Believe in the Run states that the Mount to Coast C1 'absolutely sings' on his feet and that the shoe will hold a special place in his heart until he sets a new PR.

The C1 has a dual-layer midsole: the upper layer is Circle Cell foam and the bottom layer is rubberized EVA.

The Mount to Coast C1 is described as a high-stack cushion trainer by the Mount to Coast head of product.

The Mount to Coast head of product states the C1 retail price is over $180.

Believe in the Run observes that the C1's Circle Cell foam provides cushion and resilience while the rubberized EVA bottom provides extra stability and support.

The Run Testers (wearing UK 8.5 / US 9.5) finds the Mount to Coast C1 has a nice wide toe box and a very accommodating fit, and calls the fit a standout feature.

The Run Testers characterizes the Mount to Coast C1 more as a high-end daily trainer that can handle general runs rather than a true super trainer that also handles very fast paces well.

The Run Testers concludes that the Mount to Coast C1 feels more in line with a really good daily trainer, and notes that similarly versatile and lighter shoes (Saucony Endorphin Speed, Hoka Mach 7) are cheaper; he thinks the issue is that while it is a really good daily trainer and enjoyable, a buyer can get that without spending this much money, and for the super trainer price there are shoes with more wow factor.

The Run Testers describes the Mount to Coast C1 midsole as dual-density: a top layer of circle cell (super critical foam described as lively and bouncy, springy like PEBA-type foams) above an EVA layer added for stability, with sidewalls of foam and a wide base for stability.

The Run Testers finds the Mount to Coast C1 can still run quick at faster paces reasonably well, but thinks super trainers like the Megablast or Kinvara Tempo have a nimbler, more aggressive feel and more bounce back from the midsole foams.

The Run Testers finds the Mount to Coast C1 more stable than other super trainers he has tested, calling stability a key feature.

The Run Testers finds the Mount to Coast C1 the most stable of the high-stack shoes he has been trying out, including the Superblast 3 and Megablast.

The Run Testers finds the Mount to Coast C1 very good at easy paces and able to go through the gears comfortably, handling tempo runs well, but at faster speeds (e.g., 2-minute reps around half marathon pace or strides) it feels a little less natural on the foot.

The Run Testers highlights the Mount to Coast C1's accommodating fit and stability as things it does really well compared to other super trainers, recommending it for runners who have trouble with narrow toe boxes or find the Megablast and Superblast too wobbly.

The Run Testers observes the Mount to Coast C1 outsole has been fine on light forest trails.

The Run Testers positions the Mount to Coast C1 squarely in the super trainer category but finds it delivers more like a really good daily trainer, comparing it to the Saucony Endorphin Speed.

The Run Testers recommends sticking to one's normal running shoe size for the Mount to Coast C1, noting that if between two sizes the smaller one will likely work well.

The Run Testers speculates the Mount to Coast C1 would have a really good ride for a very long run on the road or mixed terrain.

The Run Testers states that in the US the Mount to Coast C1 will cost $180.

The Run Testers thinks the dual-foam setup in the Mount to Coast C1 is good for stability and comfort, making it a shoe he could run all day in very happily, but the thick EVA layer takes away some liveliness and energy from the top foam at faster paces; it does not feel like the most responsive shoe.

The Run Testers 's overall verdict is that the Mount to Coast C1 has been enjoyable, ticks off every run comfortably, and feels good for easy runs, longer runs, easy-to-steady runs, and tempo runs, but is not the most explosively lively shoe and lacks the fun and bounce of super trainers like the Megablast, nor as much speed as some of those shoes.

Yowana compares the Hoka Clifton Pro to the Mount to Coast C1, finding the Clifton Pro to be softer, lighter, and bouncier than the C1.

Yowana reports that out of the box they did not love the Mount to Coast C1.

Yowana states they started putting more miles on the Mount to Coast C1 and came to really like it.

Yowana finds the Mount to Coast C1 upper 'very comfortable' with 'nice room in the toe box'.

Yowana has put more miles on the Mount to Coast C1 (up to ~40 miles) and reports he has really liked it, especially during a higher-volume period (110-mile week).

Yowana originally said the Mount to Coast C1's EVA on the bottom was 'too firm' and that he didn't understand what they were doing.

Yowana states his opinion on the Mount to Coast C1 has changed; he initially called it 'kind of a mid shoe' but now admits he likes it.

Marathon Handbook characterizes the Mount to Coast C1 as a super trainer and the next logical step for Mount to Coast after the R1.

Marathon Handbook describes the Mount to Coast C1 as an everyday trainer, as opposed to a race shoe like the H1, T1, or R1.

Marathon Handbook expects the Mount to Coast C1 to last 400 to 600 miles and feel about the same throughout that lifespan, similar to other Mount to Coast shoes.

Marathon Handbook reports that an athlete ran 10 miles at 5:45 per mile pace in the Mount to Coast C1 and thought the shoe was great.

Meta Endurance describes the Mount to Coast C1 as definitely more of your traditional daily trainer.

Meta Endurance finds the Mount to Coast C1 has a second to none upper design with a really wide toe box in the forefoot for extreme comfort.

Meta Endurance finds the Mount to Coast C1 is an extremely stable shoe with a dual density midsole buildup.

Meta Endurance finds the heel collar of the Mount to Coast C1 is really comfortable and plush, giving a really great lockdown.

Meta Endurance observes the Mount to Coast C1 has a dual lacing system to allow you to adjust the fit and get a really dialed-in fit for your daily runs.

Meta Endurance observes the Mount to Coast C1 has a more stable base compound with a slightly more energetic and bouncy compound on the top.

Meta Endurance states that the dual lacing system on the Mount to Coast C1 means they can really easily lace up the shoes and they just fit them really well.

Ryan's Running Reviews attributes that the dual-density configuration is supposed to help with stability because the rubberized EVA foam is firmer and provides support.

Ryan's Running Reviews states that the Mount to Coast C1 has a bottom midsole layer of rubberized EVA.

Ryan's Running Reviews states that the Mount to Coast C1 has a dual-density midsole setup with a top layer of 'circle cell' foam, which the reviewer describes as an environmentally friendly bouncy foam also seen in the H1.

Conversational Pace categorizes the Mount to Coast C1 as a daily trainer rather than a super trainer, despite Mount to Coast advertising it as a super trainer up-tempo performance shoe.

Conversational Pace compares the Mount to Coast C1 to the Mount to Coast H1, finding the H1 softer and plusher feeling than the C1, while the C1 is definitely soft enough for any amount of road miles.

Conversational Pace describes the material on the back of the heel collar of the Mount to Coast C1 as Brooks Glycerin-level softness.

Conversational Pace finds the Mount to Coast C1 fit true to size; a US size 10 felt great, with a very round and generous toe box.

Conversational Pace finds the Mount to Coast C1 has a little bit of snap and quicker responsiveness than he expected, not as soft or plush as initial pictures suggested.

Conversational Pace finds the Mount to Coast C1 mega stable, calling it good for recovery runs the day after a hard long run or workout when he does not want his foot moving laterally.

Conversational Pace finds the Mount to Coast C1 step-in feel is his favorite of any Mount to Coast shoe, with very soft comfortable materials.

Conversational Pace finds the Mount to Coast C1 works for faster running and up-tempo efforts but was not his favorite; it cooperated best from easy pace down to maybe marathon pace, but below marathon pace he felt he was forcing the shoe to work more than it wanted to.

Conversational Pace mentions he did a couple of trail runs in the Mount to Coast C1 and questions why trail shoes are as beefy as they are by comparison.

Conversational Pace notes the Mount to Coast C1 has a good amount of rubberized EVA but is not heavy at all, contrasting with Nike's React X midsole foam which was super heavy.

Conversational Pace notes the Mount to Coast C1 was almost a little too relaxed-fitting for a performance training standpoint, which is why he put it in the daily trainer category.

Conversational Pace observes the Mount to Coast C1 is silent and very quiet while running on the road, contrasting with many new performance foams and super shoes that sound loud and echoey.

Conversational Pace observes the Mount to Coast C1 midsole is a pretty good size slab of circle cell foam, but there is a rubberized EVA carrier that creates almost a bucket-seat effect, touching the ground and helping protect the circle cell foam while adding stability.

Conversational Pace observes the Mount to Coast C1 upper is barely different from the R1, with a little more padding around the ankle collar and heel, a pretty round toe box, a pliable single-layer engineered mesh upper, and a gusseted tongue with a little padding.

Conversational Pace reports the Mount to Coast C1 costs $180.

Conversational Pace states Mount to Coast shoes have historically been super durable, and he loves the C1 as a daily trainer.

Humble Running observes that the Mount to Coast C1 is not a trail shoe—it has a comfortable fit and was not designed for trails—but the re-soled version with the Vibram outsole feels good on foot in dirt.

Humble Running compares the C.1 to the Mount to Coast C1 and states the Mount to Coast C1 is not as absorptive, is very cushioned and energetic, with a firmer rubberized EVA under the heel that gives more pep, but underfoot the ACT C.1 feels a little softer and more absorptive, perhaps not as quick.