I wore out some trail running shoes!

[vash]

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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[cabmandone]

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

[slakjaw]

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

[Jim Richards]

What is running?

[cabmandone]

Originally Posted by Jim Richards

What is running?

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

[stomachmonkey]

Originally Posted by cabmando

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?

[Tobra]

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.

[cabmandone]

Originally Posted by stomachmonkey

Wait, we are not reliant on fossil fuels?

Where's the fun in that?

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.

[KevinTodd]

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.

[JavaBrewer]

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.



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

[Tobra]

Minimalist shoes like that really help you with proprioception.

[porsche4life]

What is running?

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

[cabmandone]

Originally Posted by porsche4life

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.

[RacerX1166]

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.

[tweezers74]

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.

[JavaBrewer]

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

[Jeff]

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

[Tobra]

Originally Posted by JavaBrewer

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.

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

[sc_rufctr]

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!

[Bill Douglas]

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.