I wore out some trail running shoes!
 

Okay. I spent many miles walking to get ice cream and cheeseburgers. But once I started trail runs I quit daily wearing them. My feet started hurting so time to shop! I opted for Salomen Speedcross 3's. . I'm surprised how light trail runners are. My old shoes were built more like light hikers. Might be the first shoes I have ever wore out! Haha.

Anyone running trails?


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I darn near wore out a pair of shoes going back and forth to my kegorator so I moved the kegorator next to me to save money :)

When I first read this I thought it said I wore out some tail and I was like right on dude.

What is running?

It's like walking.... only faster. I know, I don't get it either.

Wait, we are not reliant on fossil fuels?

Where's the fun in that?

I ran pretty much every day up until I got in that car wreck. Now I bet I could not run 100 yards to save my life, saddens me to think about that. If you add it up from the time I was a kid, I bet I have run at least ten thousand miles along the American River on trails. I still prefer running shoes for walking the dog. Just got a pair of Asics GT2000 Trails, they are pretty sweet, as good a running shoe as I ever had. Excellent tread on it for trails.
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If it was meant for men or women to walk or run, they wouldn't have made skateboards, bicycles, scooters, mopeds, motorcycles or cars. Man was not meant to walk or run obviously.

I've got a pair of Saucony Peregrines that I wear for some off-road events, and I rotate to my faves--New Balance Leadville 1210s for others.

The Saucs work well for extreme mud conditions but the Newbies are my choice for tech trails.

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Vibram Five Fingers

Still running with these - trails and paved roads. I like the extra feel and stability these give you when running trails. Yes the large sharp things can hurt but you learn to avoid them. Not a single rolled ankle since I made the switch.

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I also run with New Balance Minimus shoes which provide a bit more protection and don't look so strange. The large toe box is good but not as good as wearing the VFF shoes.

New Balance 1690 Minimus - Men's - Running - Shoes - Black/Yellow

Minimalist shoes like that really help you with proprioception.

It's what you do when something or someone larger than you and possibly armed is chasing you.

No, that's a 3rd gear at 6200 rpm situation not a running situation.

Funny you mention wearing out running shoes as mine are about toast. The amusing part (to me) is that, because I work out indoors (treadmill, elliptical) they look almost brand new. I've got three pairs in my closet in that condition. Cushioning shot, interior ripped to shreds, yet look very nice.

http://m.runnersworld.com/running-shoes/runners-world-shoe-donation?page=single

Here is a link to an article from runners world that includes a list on how to donate/recycle your running shoes. :)

For runners who gravitate to heal strike and heavily padded shoes it is important to remember that the protective padding will break down much quicker than the shoe itself. I have been told to buy several pairs and rotate them or retire a single pair in as short as 3-6 months (a couple hundred miles). That can get pretty spendy at $100+ a pop.

http://m.runnersworld.com/running-shoes/running-shoe-faq

+1 on the Peregrines.
Have gone through 2 pairs and they are wonderful for desert running/ Hiking.
Light weight with plenty of grip.

Good advice, I get a deal on shoes though, below wholesale even

I walk briskly for about an hour a day and when I first started 6 years ago I mashed through a pair of good runners in about 4 months. (Mostly "New Balance")
I've had my current pair of "Brooks Vapors" for almost 10 months and they still look good but they'll need replacing before to long. Not bad for about $100 ;)

I believe this difference is mainly because I'm about 45 pounds lighter now than when I started.

I walk on footpaths mainly (up and down hills) ... So I would expect shorter life on trails only would be the norm. Just be careful of your ankles.

AND Good for you Vash!

I wore my Salomon trail running shoes out too. Trying to hard to keep up with the two Border Terriers on the trails I guess. Now I too have gone to the dark side and bought Asics. It says on the side of the Asics gel-fujitrabuco 2. They have a bit more bounce that the Salomon, but the Salomon have got the be the most comfortable walking/working shoe I've ever worn.

The "Asics" I've owned have not lasted so well. Good shoes but not as robust as "New Balance" IMO.

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Vibram just got sued over their false ad claims.....

The claims from Vibram were that minimalist shoes/barefoot was health promoting and resulted in fewer injuries. No studies were done and those claims could not be backed up. Compound that with folks who totally ignored the transition advice on the website and all over the internet and, well cue the lawyers.

I have read bunches of stories of folks who bought into the minimalist movement, got their Vibram shoes, and started running 5-10 miles a day in them without any transition period. Dumb.

I personally know many folks who like myself have had a great experience. I can vouch for less injuries since I ditched my traditional running shoes. That is more a result of improved running mechanics than the shoes - but the Vibram shoes did contribute in the learning process for me. YMMV.

If that ever happens (maybe it has) there won't be a thread about it. Haha.


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The reason you get less injuries with the minimalist shoes is because you are using the feet and legs to absorb shock rather than the shoe. The forefoot/midfoot strike you use spreads the deceleration out over a longer period, and you use your calf muscles to do a lot more of the work.

I did a little trail running (more jogging) last year and the best shoes I found were a pair of Nike trail running shoes. They seemed to provide better support and shock absorption and had a good grabby tread design. And yes, they are feather light compared to cheaper running shoes.

Some running shoes I just can't wear because they don't provide the arch support I like. Nike seems to just fit my foot better than other brands. My brother only wears Asics and my bil was always crazy about New Balance. Tried them both but went back to Nike.

For what it is worth, I only use running/trail shoes for around six months max (roughly 540 miles.) After that, they seem to lose some effectiveness.

I was using the Minimus trails for a while a secondary shoes (w do too much cross training for them, 100 pushups in those SUCKS on your toes and running on concrete SUCKS), but they are great for mountain bike trails and such. I have the original trail ones (MT20V1). after 2 years of limited use, they still look and act like new.

I switched to Mizuno "Wave Elixir 7", which are no longer made (I don't like the Elixir 8 that replaced it...) so I picked up two pairs last time. They are super light, breath great (but fill with water/mud/sand instantly), and are supportive enough that cross training never hurts.

My shoes are here. I opted for the muted gray version and they are still "loud". I mountain biked yesterday and will do the maiden voyage on a trail run this weekend.


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My oldest nephew has a pair and he swears by them. He's a big guy at 6 foot 2 and he's not slim.
Right now I'm trying out some Nike "Free Run 3" (5.0) They're very light and flexible with minimal support and required no breaking in at all.
They're good shoes but I wouldn't walk on trails with them.