Running shoes

[robotSocks]

nike = style over substance IMO

all looks, no depth, no quality - they fall apart far too soon

 

[#Chri5#]

Whereas I'm very happy with my current Nike running shoes.

Have two pairs of Triax Structure 10+ on the go, the first being pair at least 3 years old (with, I would guess, at least 600 miles use, if not more). The main impact spot on the sole is quite worn but they are still fine to run in.

As I said above, it's horses for courses with running shoes. I'm more than happy with Nikes, my girlfriend currently has Reeboks, her sister likes Adidas and their Dad goes for Brooks or Asics (I forget exactly which).

 

[Badgi]

nike = style over substance IMO

all looks, no depth, no quality - they fall apart far too soon

Maybe I won't go for those nikes I saw then... lol

Also, I'm going to hijack this thread, can too much/not enough support in a shoe cause blisters on your inside arches?

 

[robotSocks]

Also, I'm going to hijack this thread, can too much/not enough support in a shoe cause blisters on your inside arches?

typically too much support can cause blisters, yeah - i wore Asics Kayano 16 last year, and had to get rid of them because the support wedge (the thicker, grey bit of the midsole) that's designed to combat overpronation was giving me horrific arch blisters

they also had far too much support for me and i felt this through getting shin splints on the inside of my shins (above my inner ankle)

i now run in Asics Kensei 3 - and whilst they're bl**dy expensive - they seem to be perfect for my feet...some support, but not too much

it's all about finding the right level of support, control and cushioning to suit you

 

[Badgi]

I've been running in Asics GT 2150's for the past 5 months, started getting blisters on my right foot at first, but wasn't so bad that I had to stop running, but now I'm getting blisters on my left in exactly the same place.

 

[platypus]

Badgi, try getting better fitting socks, ie proper running socks that fit, not a generic 6-10 size. Try them on first.

 

[robotSocks]

you could also try rubbing a lot of vaseline onto the places inside the shoe that are rubbing against your foot - that my help

also, i can recommend giving this a try

http://www.boots.com/en/Compeed-Ant..._-Google Base-_---_-Compeed AntiBlister Stick

 

[neoboy]

I usually just slap a plaster on the places where I get blisters, does the job just fine. Depending where you get blisters on your foot though since they won't stay on certain places.

 

[Delboy]

As mentioned above. By no means am I a great runner, in fact up until a couple of years ago I could barely run up a flight of stairs without getting out of breath. Now I'm running half marathons in about 1:50 (only my second half marathon btw, first one was 2009 and I did that in 2:05 ) and improving all the time and by far the biggest improvement I've been able to make during my short running career is to buy proper fitting and comfortable running shoes by going to a running shop and getting professional advice from other runners and having gait analysis.

Since then, i've not had any undue leg, ankle or foot problems (apart from the occasional black toenail !!!! ) which has enabled me to run longer and more comfortably.

I cannot stress this enough. Before you do any permanant damage to yourself follow mine and others advice and make the effort to get out to a running shop for fitting. You won't regret it.

 

[MikeTech]

Shoes by Nike are the best.

 

[fadetoblack]

New balance been running in them for last 3 years great shoes

 

[Badgi]

My shoes are nearing the end of their life, I currently run in Asics GT2150's, just wondering of any alternatives to these?

Also, after some for trail running shoes too, need support, any recommendations?

 

[robotSocks]

i use new balance MR749GR shoes for trail running

they're an off road shoe but still have support - personally i've ran 23 milers in them with no problems

whats wrong with more GT2150s ? - sometimes it's good to stick with what you know

 

[Badgi]

whats wrong with more GT2150s ? - sometimes it's good to stick with what you know

I'd like to try something with a bit more support, if all else fails and I can't decide on another par I'll go with the same ones again as they're cheap as chips.

 

[snowball1]

Get your running gait checked out at a proper running shop.

 

[robotSocks]

I'd like to try something with a bit more support, if all else fails and I can't decide on another par I'll go with the same ones again as they're cheap as chips.

more support? sometimes too much support is a bad thing

the GT2150 is a support shoe anyway - any more "support" and you're looking at a motion control shoe

more cushioning, yes - but more support? hmmmmmm......

like the above poster states, sounds like you really need to go and get a gait test

 

[Badgi]

like the above poster states, sounds like you really need to go and get a gait test

Is it possible that the way you run changes after doing it for while, ie. I've developed a need for motion control?

 

[platypus]

Is it possible that the way you run changes after doing it for while, ie. I've developed a need for motion control?

Of course it is.