Running Shoe Discussion.

[El Presidente]

My Mizuno Wave Rider Neo's are coming to end of life. I walk around 35km a week and gym 6 days. I have got just on two years out of them which for a mid 100's AUD shoe (low hundred US), to me is good value for the workload I put them through. 

I have bought Mizuno for the past decade and really haven't looked up to see what else is out there. 

Would love to hear what you are running/recommending?

Try to cover the following:  

• Main Use: 
• What are you using? Would you buy them again? 
• Assuming cost was not an issue, what would you buy next/recommend.

 

Gracias 

[RDB]

This is so personal. My advice would be to go to a shop with a good range, and try lots of different options. Listen carefully to your body: what feels right? Do not follow any hype or trend.

[jakebarnes]

Two shoe rotation: 

Saucony Kinvara-- Shorrt runs to gym, some distance work

Saucony Endorphin Speed 3. Race shoe, speed day, starting to be the everyday trainer.

Would buy both again. My feet hate most shoes. They love these. 

[Corylax18]

I've only purchased/worn Nikes for the last 20 years or so. I have very narrow feet and Nike makes some of the narrowest shoes out there. There is also a huge range of shoes (even within the running category) in the Nike catalog. 

[Rhinoww]

A professionally recommended and fit shoe has no parallel. I trained to run a half marathon. Got assessed and fitted at a specialty running store. Shoes were awesome. I’ve always been running in the “Clydesdale” division. With the way my feet sit the asic gel kayano is the shoe for me as I carry a few pounds with my frame. Your shoe is likely different. 

[Zaphod42]

Saucony Ride and Brooks Ghost are my favourites. Comfortable, light, good cushioning. I’m at the gym 5-6 days a week and walk/jog about 25km.

[Namisgr11]

Three times a week year-round jogger here.  I've worn New Balance running shoes to do it and a separate pair as my every day casual comfort shoes for a long time.  The 1540 is a model that has a rollbar and a medial post that takes care of the tendency to overpronate, and like all New Balance models it comes in either a narrow B or regular D width.  They're not cheap, but in 20 years of running in them I've never developed a foot problem.

[archosaur]

Been running over 15 years and have tried just about everything. Fit is paramount of course so you really have to try them for yourself.

I've generally been happiest in Mizuno/Asics/Saucony/Brooks. My local shop sells a lot of Brooks and for a general cushion shoe, the above-mentioned Ghost is a really popular and well loved model.

For walking and gym, you could probably spend less on a more basic shoe like the Asics GT-1000. However, you might also consider replacing your shoes on a more frequent basis. These shoes all lose a great deal of cushion after the first 500 mi/800km. They also lose cushion with time so even lightly used shoes should get replaced with age.

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[Magnum Dongle]

If you need a shoe for legit running, like you run every day, I have heard going to a store that specializes in running shoes pays dividends in the long run. They know what they're talking about. For comfort just walking, I love new balance or air monarchs. Dad shoes > all else. For lifting I lift barefoot in my garage but when I used to go to the gym I bought a pair of converse that had very thin soles to keep from throwing off form with lots of cushion. 

[bmac]

HOKA-I like the Bondi and Clifton models

[Duxnutz]

These are nifty.

 

[targa88]

Rob,

Not clear whether you are doing any running...

I tend to prefer barefoot style of shoes (Xero, Vivobarefoot, Within) - wider toe box, better foot splay for walking, running, lifting.

There is an adaptation process to wearing this type of shoe - ultimately provides better alignment.

[El Presidente]

8 hours ago, targa88 said:

Rob,

Not clear whether you are doing any running...

I tend to prefer barefoot style of shoes (Xero, Vivobarefoot, Within) - wider toe box, better foot splay for walking, running, lifting.

There is an adaptation process to wearing this type of shoe - ultimately provides better alignment.

Old rugby injuries have caught up with me and my running days are over. 

Thanks for the links Colin 

[ha_banos]

I'm overweight, quite overweight. Still run up to around 5k now and again. Transitioned to fore-foot running. knees, back etc fine. Get tired obvs!

Flat shoes. Try couch-2-5k, see how it feels, gently ease back in.

[Lomey]

Mizuno Wave Rider has been my choice for the last 20 years or so. I also like ASICS, but haven't worn any for a few years. I lift 4-5 days a week. Cardio is a spinning bike, treadmill on incline, walking track at the gym, soft box jumps, and we just rescued an 8 month old Husky mix that we walk outside 2 miles twice a day. Don't run anymore, and when I do on occasion, I pay heavily for it.

I go to a running store to get fitted every time and always end up with the Mizuno. They work well for my high arches. I also rotate 2 pairs at a time and never wear them just for casual wear. Only exercise.

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[Goodfortune]

ASICS Gel Nimbus 25 have been fantastic for me. Neutral shoe, lots of cushion, quality feeling upper and comfortable tongue. 
 

Had worn Brooks and New Balance to run/walk for the past 15 years, wish I tried ASICS sooner. 

[RDB]

Public Service Announcement here: be bloody careful about aggressive, low profile ‘barefoot’ shoes. For some people it’s fine, for others it’s the route to irreversible injury.

[Fuzz]

For walking I wear Merrell. When I go on vacation, I tend to walk a lot (up to 26-28km per day), and Merrell are really comfy. Have never had sore feet, even after walking all over San Francisco for a whole day. They make some wider shoes, and that suits my feet.

I usually buy the MOAB (current version is the MOAB 3) for hiking, and for casual wear I'm using the MQM Flex GTX trainers or Nova 2. They go on sale quite often, so you never have to pay retail.

[Mr. Japan]

Never change shoes if you are fine with yours. Just get the latest version out of it.

For my soft running/walking I'm a MIZUNO man for the last 20 years. And changed them every year to the new version.

Your running shoes after 800/1000 km have to be changed if you want the good part of it.

[ReturnFreeRisk]

Rob,
Not clear whether you are doing any running...
I tend to prefer barefoot style of shoes (Xero, Vivobarefoot, Within) - wider toe box, better foot splay for walking, running, lifting.
There is an adaptation process to wearing this type of shoe - ultimately provides better alignment.

These shoes and methods from Born to Run were pretty life changing for me. Once I stopped running on marshmallows, got off of pavement, stopped jogging in favor of true running+sprints…the changes in my feet, ankle strength, mobility were all astonishing. Definitely reiterate adaptation period


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[helix]

Lots of folks are into Sketchers for everyday use. I am going to try this pair out. Skechers Men s Ziggy Tallinn Sneaker

 

[Fuzz]

9 hours ago, helix said:

Lots of folks are into Sketchers for everyday use. I am going to try this pair out. Skechers Men s Ziggy Tallinn Sneaker

My old man wore out a pair of Skechers in under 6 months just talking the dog out for his daily walks. Cheap shoe that will not last.

But he did say they wear very comfy... for the first 2 months.

[Bill Hayes]

If you are an over pronator like me then choose Asics, Brooks or New Balance for running.

Wide foot - Adidas, New Balance

Slim foot - Nike

I always preferred the Asics Kayano for running. They now have a new model with a different name. I was at the sports shop last week looking at runners too.

For walking and general use I always liked the Merrel brand but the Adidas Ultraboost got me up and walking longer distances again. They are very very comfortable but I question the longevity. Hence, I've been through quite a few pairs.

For gym I just either wear Adidas Ultraboost but if I'm focusing on legs I need something more sturdy, tight with a less spongy heel, and without a fly knit style upper. Foot movement inside the shoe affects your form. Many just wear socks but i prefer a heel. For this I use Adidas ZX Boost (pictured)

[Fuzz]

I think you guys are going a little overboard. When Rob asked for running shoe recommendations, this was the kind of running he was thinking of....

[ha_banos]

17 hours ago, Fuzz said:

I think you guys are going a little overboard. When Rob asked for running shoe recommendations, this was the kind of running he was thinking of....

Nah, he can do better than that!

 

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