I'd second that - if you're going to go in the store and use people's time then buy a pair from the store - don't be a tight git and try to save £5 or whatever by ordering online - sure get the next pair online as you don't need advice then but at least buy the first pair from the guy who's just watched you on the treadmill, given you solid advice etc... else those stores won't exist any more
Cheap alternative to nike air max??
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I'd second that - if you're going to go in the store and use people's time then buy a pair from the store - don't be a tight git and try to save £5 or whatever by ordering online - sure get the next pair online as you don't need advice then but at least buy the first pair from the guy who's just watched you on the treadmill, given you solid advice etc... else those stores won't exist any more
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I've never done it myself and I've bought scores of running shoes mainly from Bourne Sports with their professional advice however most people I give this advice to normally reel back when they see the price.
I can't see any problem with going for the exact same shoe if you can get it cheaper elsewhere.
I remember paying £80 for some Reebok DMX and my mate got the exact same pair from JJB for £40.
Don't worry. Some people don't understand economics.
All specialist shops will have a higher markup because they attract the specialist clientele who will buy from them. Equally there's a market for bargain shoppers too. Waitrose isn't going to go out of business because more people shop at Asda and Tesco. Why are places like Harrods still around?
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The difference here though is we are talking about the exact same shoe and not some variant.
Why not go somewhere else if you can get 50% off on the exact same product?
My Merrells are incredibly comfortable - only had experience of the brand for about 6 months but have a few different pairs and so far impressed. Only caveat is that they seem to work around a sizing system that is a tiny bit off UK sizes so if your right at the extremes for your size you might want to try before you buy as you might need to go a half size up/down.
(My dad did some of the R&D for some of the tech used in their footwear so they should be good
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Comfiest footware I've had are a pair of Brooks Summon 3 running shoes, purchased from a running shop after the guy watched how I stand / walk and let me run round the block with three different pairs on.
Companies that make running shoes always seem to come out well in support and comfort so Brooks, Asics, New Balance.
Companies that make running shoes always seem to come out well in support and comfort so Brooks, Asics, New Balance.
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Bare feet!
Very light, and they don't smell after a few weeks.
Very light, and they don't smell after a few weeks.
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A pair of Merrell, Salomon or La Sportiva will be more than good enough but aren't cheap.
Yup i had them LOL
The point was more related to ethics not economics. Taking advantage if someone's time/advice and then buying online because you save a bit is a bit dubious IMO. They're providing advice because they believe you are a potential customer, if you have no intention of actually being a customer but are just taking advantage of the free advice then you're costing them money, (and to bring economics into it) if everyone did this then they'd not be able to sustain a business. Harming the business of someone who is providing you with help/advice is dubious IMO.
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Have you never gone to buy a product, got advice, maybe even a test drive and then bought from somewhere else?
What about the OCUK members that ask many questions about computer gear then buy from another shop because it's a few quid cheaper?
I find it hard to believe that in all your years of living and buying stuff you buy from the first place somebody gives you a sales talk.
sales talk, no... but if someone is providing you with good advice then it seems a bit off to then walk away and buy an identical product elsewhere just to save a few quid
someone watches you on a running machine, looks to see if you over pronate or not etc... and then recommends the right kind of shoe for you... to then take that advice and go buy the recommended shoe from an online retailer that doesn't provide that level of service is a rather cheap move
someone watches you on a running machine, looks to see if you over pronate or not etc... and then recommends the right kind of shoe for you... to then take that advice and go buy the recommended shoe from an online retailer that doesn't provide that level of service is a rather cheap move
Asics Gel-Cumulus 15 here, over a year old now and still in wearable condition. Walk/run 4 miles at day to work.
I've had most of the major brands over the year and none come close, that's my 5th pair of Asics.
You can't go wrong with the correct pair of Asics running shoes for your foot width and pronation.
I've had most of the major brands over the year and none come close, that's my 5th pair of Asics.
You can't go wrong with the correct pair of Asics running shoes for your foot width and pronation.
So what does OP actually want? He says he walks a lot but suggests getting trainers and also skimping out on them.
If you really walked a lot then you'd get shoes that were designed for a lot of walking. A decent pair of trail shoes if you don't want full ankle support boots.
If you really walked a lot then you'd get shoes that were designed for a lot of walking. A decent pair of trail shoes if you don't want full ankle support boots.
Yeah, always been tempted to get a pair but they're like tracing paper.
Not a one or the other choice IMO - my day to day wear is Dune Simon stitch and Merrell Sprint Blast (leather not suade model) depending on what I'm doing/wearing - I wouldn't go without either. Could do with some new boots really as I like the slightly weathered dark tan look of the dunes but not overly happy with their fitting style - would prefer something a little flatter (but definitely not thin soled).
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