#309 Are Chinese Shoes Taking Over? Is Kejelcha Greatest All-Time? Biggest Shoe Surprise of 2026? | Group Chat

<p>Join David and Matt as they go on a free-wheeling conversation on where running is headed. They discuss whether Asian shoe brands are poised for a bigger presence in the US market, whether the trend of new-age foams making their way into daily trainers is a net positive, and which shoe has surprised them most in 2026. They close things out with a debate on where Yomif Kejelcha ranks among the greatest distance runners of all time.</p><p>Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code <strong>DORSEPT10</strong> to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can&#39;t be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don&#39;t worry because we&#39;ll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at <a href="https://www.runinrabbit.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.runinrabbit.com</a>.</p><p>Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: <strong>DOCTORSOFRUNNING</strong>! <a href="https://www.skratchlabs.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.skratchlabs.com</a></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><ul><li>0:00 - Intro</li><li>0:43 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs</li><li>32:24 - Are we going to start seeing more Asian shoes in the US?</li><li>43:03 - Is the trend of new-age foams in daily trainers a good thing?</li><li>51:59 - What shoe has surprised you in 2026?</li><li>58:23 - Where does Yomif Kejelcha stand in the greatest distance runners of all time?</li><li>1:09:01 - Wrap-up</li></ul>