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What shoes you wearing now and what next?

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  • #152
    kit3
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,677 ✭✭✭kit3


    Have always run in Asics Kayano. Have no problems with them so not going to change. Just picked up a pair of 16's (not fussy about getting latest model) on ebay from Texas last Thursday - worked out at 68 Euro incl postage. They arrived in the door this morning - happy days ! Roll on DCM training now !


  • #153
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    glasso wrote: »
    did a few k in the new balance mr00 - bit of cushion in them but still feel the surface in them. pretty small to size but that may be 'cos they are designed to have the option of going sockless. like them but will up the distance only gradually.

    did 7k in these yesterday evening on tarmac + concrete - no problems with legs today. I think that if you've been running in lower drop shoes for a while already the transition is quicker. although won't be doing big weekly distances - occasional shoe for now. Does seem to help improve the form.


  • #154
    PaulieC
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    had my first run in the MR00s last night. I must check the size again, but I thought they ran a bit big. Went sockless and did 5 miles. There was no problem with cushioning, as I have been using lower shoes for quite a while, but I did end up with 2 blisters. On one foot, this was caused by a bit of grit rubbing against my foot, but on the other foot, the tongue of the shoe was rubbing on the top of my foot and caused a nice juicy one. No problems apart from that, which should be sorted by wearing in a bit and/or wearing socks


  • #155
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    cambo_gueno wrote: »
    had my first run in the MR00s last night. I must check the size again, but I thought they ran a bit big. Went sockless and did 5 miles. There was no problem with cushioning, as I have been using lower shoes for quite a while, but I did end up with 2 blisters. On one foot, this was caused by a bit of grit rubbing against my foot, but on the other foot, the tongue of the shoe was rubbing on the top of my foot and caused a nice juicy one. No problems apart from that, which should be sorted by wearing in a bit and/or wearing socks

    the size is ok for me but I have wideish feet. the toebox is deliberately big on 0-drop / barefoot shoes to allow your foot to "splay" out like it would if you ran barefoot. will stick with socks myself for a while. I'd say sockless might reduce the life of the shoe due to sweat damaging / degrading the upper?


  • #156
    BobMac104
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    Ah a few fellow mr00 users. Have them a month or so and like em. Have switched to them full time since the cork marathon. Longest I've done in them has been a ten mile with no issues. Hope to do Dublin in them but we'll see how it goes. I wear socks with them purely for smell prevention. The toe box is large which gives them a slight clown shoe feel for the first few runs but I've gotten used to them now and fine them very comfortable.


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  • #157
    Woddle
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    I never thought I'd find a replacement shoe for my lunar glides 2 but thank you thirstyworker for sorting me out. Loving my adidas tempo :D


  • #158
    PaulieC
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,196 ✭✭✭PaulieC


    BobMac104 wrote: »
    Ah a few fellow mr00 users. Have them a month or so and like em. Have switched to them full time since the cork marathon. Longest I've done in them has been a ten mile with no issues. Hope to do Dublin in them but we'll see how it goes. I wear socks with them purely for smell prevention. The toe box is large which gives them a slight clown shoe feel for the first few runs but I've gotten used to them now and fine them very comfortable.

    yes, they were a bit clown shoeish, but only in the toe box department. Better than the Lunarglide 3 though, they were huge all ways around


  • #159
    BobMac104
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    You can get the MR00 for £40 on amazon at the moment in a horrible green colour. still this is a great price for anyone looking to give them a go.


  • #160
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    BobMac104 wrote: »
    You can get the MR00 for £40 on amazon at the moment in a horrible green colour. still this is a great price for anyone looking to give them a go.

    only in size 11 at that price in green!
    the white one is the cheapest for most sizes at £51

    http://www.amazon.co.uk/New-Balance-MR00SB-Orange-Trainer/dp/B005BW4NHI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1339582667&sr=8-2

    if you get the 20% off using the clothing link discount (not sure if still available) then it's about £42 - try info from the link that I posted here.

    http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=78842298


  • #161
    BobMac104
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    ah yes you're right sorry. yes i got the code i have been waiting to decide on what to get I was thinking about trying out the Merrell road glove also.


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  • #162
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    BobMac104 wrote: »
    ah yes you're right sorry. yes i got the code i have been waiting to decide on what to get I was thinking about trying out the Merrell road glove also.

    comment on the 2 here.

    http://www.runningandrambling.com/2012/03/new-balance-minimus-zero-road-review.html

    seems like NB better for road use. road glove better for road/ trail combo.


  • #163
    PaulieC
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    BobMac104 wrote: »
    ah yes you're right sorry. yes i got the code i have been waiting to decide on what to get I was thinking about trying out the Merrell road glove also.

    Don't wait too long - that code only lasts for 1 month...


  • #164
    ahnowbrowncow
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,584 ✭✭✭ahnowbrowncow


    What's a good lightweightish running shoe for a slight under pronator? I'm looking at the adizero hagio, Mizuno Wave Ronin 4 or Saucony Kinvara 2. They're a bit on the expensive side and I'm not sure if I should get one of them in case there are better alternatives


  • #165
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    ahnowbrowncow wrote: »
    What's a good lightweightish running shoe for a slight under pronator? I'm looking at the adizero hagio, Mizuno Wave Ronin 4 or Saucony Kinvara 2. They're a bit on the expensive side and I'm not sure if I should get one of them in case there are better alternatives

    kinvara is a great shoe from personal experience. works all the way from race shoe to daily trainer. cheap in US on amazon if are going there.


  • #166
    copacetic
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    ahnowbrowncow wrote: »
    What's a good lightweightish running shoe for a slight under pronator? I'm looking at the adizero hagio, Mizuno Wave Ronin 4 or Saucony Kinvara 2. They're a bit on the expensive side and I'm not sure if I should get one of them in case there are better alternatives

    I just ordered a pair of mizunos from this guy on eBay, prices seem too good to be true but excellent feedback. Has the latest ronins for 64 sterling delivered.

    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mizuno-Racing-Wave-Ronin-4-Unisex-8KS26099-BNIB-/261044034322?pt=UK_Men_s_Shoes&var=&hash=item3cc76fdb12#ht_500wt_689


  • #167
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    copacetic wrote: »
    I just ordered a pair of mizunos from this guy on eBay, prices seem too good to be true but excellent feedback. Has the latest ronins for 64 sterling delivered.

    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mizuno-Racing-Wave-Ronin-4-Unisex-8KS26099-BNIB-/261044034322?pt=UK_Men_s_Shoes&var=&hash=item3cc76fdb12#ht_500wt_689

    only bad point above wave ronin is that the heel-to-toe-drop is 10mm, which means that running on your midfoot or forefoot is not as easy as something like the kinvara, where it's 4mm.


  • #168
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    women's kinvara here and in large sizes for cheap on amazon.co.uk - no different akaik from men's as they sell a unisex model

    http://www.amazon.co.uk/Saucony-ProGrid-Kinvara-Running-Shoes/dp/B003R0M3FK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1339611682&sr=8-3


  • #169
    thirstywork2
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    As far as im aware there is no unisex model.I know a descent(Irish) shop that has the with 40% off and you won't have to wear a ladies pair :)


  • #170
    BobMac104
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    glasso wrote: »
    comment on the 2 here.

    http://www.runningandrambling.com/2012/03/new-balance-minimus-zero-road-review.html

    seems like NB better for road use. road glove better for road/ trail combo.


    thanks for that, plus thats a great site for reviews.


  • #171
    antomagoo
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    Just got the Kinvara 2 recently, have been wearing Brooks Glycerine for last year and a half.
    Really like the Kinvara, only using then on short runs at the moment but the transition has been pretty smooth so far. Soles of the feet were a little sore on the first few runs probably due to them having less cushioning than the glycerine's.


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  • #172
    JohnnyCrash
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    Just took delivery of a pair of Lunarglide 3's from Wiggle this morning. €78 delivered to the door.Happy days:D


  • #173
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    thirstywork2 wrote: »
    As far as im aware there is no unisex model.I know a descent(Irish) shop that has the with 40% off and you won't have to wear a ladies pair :)

    quote the price then and where!
    I doubt that there is much difference in the saucony.
    I saw someone selling them as unisex before.
    The ladies colour that I linked is fine for a guy!


  • #174
    sconhome
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    glasso wrote: »
    I doubt that there is much difference in the saucony.
    I saw someone selling them as unisex before.
    The ladies colour that I linked is fine for a guy!

    Just be careful of the width differences between ladies and mens shoes. Also consider that size conversion is slightly different too. A 42.5 is a Men's 8 or women's 8.5.

    There is a gender difference in shoes.


  • #175
    sconhome
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    glasso wrote: »
    quote the price then and where!

    The original Kinvara is €66 in here. You'd need to call to check sizes in stock.


  • #176
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    amphkingwest wrote: »
    The original Kinvara is €66 in here. You'd need to call to check sizes in stock.

    that's a good deal for a good shoe! no difference between Kinvara 1 & 2, 3 has some extra rubber on the sole for durability.


  • #177
    miller82
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    amphkingwest wrote: »
    The original Kinvara is €66 in here. You'd need to call to check sizes in stock.

    you dont have any of the orange one's still in stock do you ?


  • #178
    rainbow kirby
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    All my old pairs of Kayano 17s are absolutely smashed, my last new pair is a dud, and can't wear the 18 because the sizing is out and I'm between a 7 and a 7.5. Thinking either Brooks Adrenaline, Asics 3030 (which was another one recommended to me in a previous version in Base2Race just over a year ago) or possibly the 2170... thoughts?


  • #179
    thirstywork2
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    miller82 wrote: »
    you dont have any of the orange one's still in stock do you ?


    blue/white and black/lime green sole and couple of red and yellow colours left.

    Also the Kinvara 3 has a few more changes than the 1 & 2 which wasjust a slight change on the upper.

    The fit is slightly wider and the heel is beveled for people who do heel strike.More durable outsole as you said Glasso.


  • #180
    theboyblunder
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    thirstywork2 wrote: »
    blue/white and black/lime green sole and couple of red and yellow colours left.

    Also the Kinvara 3 has a few more changes than the 1 & 2 which wasjust a slight change on the upper.

    The fit is slightly wider and the heel is beveled for people who do heel strike.More durable outsole as you said Glasso.

    I am having a ball in the kinvara 3. Got two pairs and am headiung for 100 miles in each. They look awful but who cares - light but supportive.


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  • #181
    BeepBeep67
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    Looking forward to taking these for a trot - Inov-8 X-233 road.
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  • #182
    BobMac104
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    BeepBeep67 wrote: »
    Looking forward to taking these for a trot ]

    Nice. What kinda specs have they?


  • #183
    BeepBeep67
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    BobMac104 wrote: »
    Nice. What kinda specs have they?

    233gms as per the name, 6mm heel to toe drop - so nice intermediate step, dynamic facia band which you can see through the sole, very comfortable fit although a more snug fit than their trail shoes. I wear a sz. 9.5 in the f lite 230 and mudroc, I need a 10 in these.
    Will report back after I've had them on a few runs.


  • #184
    mr.wiggle
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    mr.wiggle wrote: »
    4 months of long runs, and I'll be glad to see the back of the , pegasus's ( try saying that with your tongue stuck to your pallet:pac:).
    Never really fell in love with them unlike the earlier cumulus12's.
    Was going to try brooks ghost , but will probably go for the cumulus13's now.

    *cough*
    What an eye opener a mid marathon , runner change, is ! For reasons I won't give out here ( cause i'd be embarressed:o), I changed out of the nike pegasus 28 i'd been training in for the Cork City Marathon, at mile 16. And slipped on my loving cumulus 12's for the long run to the finish line. Felt like i'd gone from slippers to concrete boots. So, no, I won't be going for cumulus 13's, in fact was tempted by a cheap pair of nike vomeros and they feel great after a couple of small runs. I'm after another different type for my tempo runs, still lookin.

    Mr.W.


  • #185
    thirstywork2
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    mr.wiggle wrote: »
    *cough*
    What an eye opener a mid marathon , runner change, is ! For reasons I won't give out here ( cause i'd be embarressed:o), I changed out of the nike pegasus 28 i'd been training in for the Cork City Marathon, at mile 16. And slipped on my loving cumulus 12's for the long run to the finish line. Felt like i'd gone from slippers to concrete boots. So, no, I won't be going for cumulus 13's, in fact was tempted by a cheap pair of nike vomeros and they feel great after a couple of small runs. I'm after another different type for my tempo runs, still lookin.

    Mr.W.

    Cumulus 14 out now :eek:


  • #186
    spurscormac
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    BeepBeep67 wrote: »
    233gms as per the name, 6mm heel to toe drop - so nice intermediate step, dynamic facia band which you can see through the sole, very comfortable fit although a more snug fit than their trail shoes. I wear a sz. 9.5 in the f lite 230 and mudroc, I need a 10 in these.
    Will report back after I've had them on a few runs.

    That's my next pair - hoping to get them later this week.
    I've been using the 255s since December and looking to move down to the 233s as I progress through the range towards zero differential.

    Considering getting either the 155s or the new 180s to use as a track shoe, the 233s as general training & the 255s for long runs.
    I might eventually edge towards the flatter shoe for races, but I think it'll be the 233s for a while first.


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  • #187
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    BobMac104 wrote: »
    Ah a few fellow mr00 users. Have them a month or so and like em. Have switched to them full time since the cork marathon. Longest I've done in them has been a ten mile with no issues. Hope to do Dublin in them but we'll see how it goes. I wear socks with them purely for smell prevention. The toe box is large which gives them a slight clown shoe feel for the first few runs but I've gotten used to them now and fine them very comfortable.

    have worn these a few times and although I've been wearing low-drop shoes for about 1/2 my running over the last 6-8 months I do certainly experience calf tightness after using these- transition not to be underestimated! don't see myself using these full-time for a fair while yet! Lovely shoe overall tho. Amazing fit design with the integrated tongue.

    how have others found them?


  • #188
    PaulieC
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    glasso wrote: »
    have worn these a few times and although I've been wearing low-drop shoes for about 1/2 my running over the last 6-8 months I do certainly experience calf tightness after using these- transition not to be underestimated! don't see myself using these full-time for a fair while yet! Lovely shoe overall tho. Amazing fit design with the integrated tongue.

    how have others found them?

    I've worn mine twice now, both time for approx. 5 mile runs. Last Tuesday I ran sockless in them and get a couple of blisters. Calves were a bit tight afterwards too. Then I wore them with socks on Thursday, but ended up running in the lashing rain. The drainage is quite good in them at least :D. Calves were again tight, probably up until after 8 miles on Sunday. Fine now though, but I'd say I'll rotate them with my Green Silence for midweek tempo runs, just to get used to them a bit more slowly


  • #189
    BeepBeep67
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    Liked the X-233's so much my good friends in AK sorted me out with a pair of X-255's for longer stuff, great price also.


  • #190
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    spurscormac wrote: »
    That's my next pair - hoping to get them later this week.
    I've been using the 255s since December and looking to move down to the 233s as I progress through the range towards zero differential.

    Considering getting either the 155s or the new 180s to use as a track shoe, the 233s as general training & the 255s for long runs.
    I might eventually edge towards the flatter shoe for races, but I think it'll be the 233s for a while first.

    just a point re transition. the progression down to 6mm 4mm, even 3mm is fine. It's the drop to 0 that is the biggest change by far.... most material says that you should actually start running on grass where it's safe (no glass etc.) in bare feet, to gradually extend this and then go to road etc in 0 drop shoes.


  • #191
    spurscormac
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    glasso wrote: »
    just a point re transition. the progression down to 6mm 4mm, even 3mm is fine. It's the drop to 0 that is the biggest change by far.... most material says that you should actually start running on grass where it's safe (no glass etc.) in bare feet, to gradually extend this and then go to road etc in 0 drop shoes.

    Yeah, I'd imagine it is alright. Its one thing to try on a pair of shoes, another to start doing a few miles in them.
    Got out yesterday for a first run in my 233s and I did notice the difference alright. I could feel the extra stretch on the calves & achilles afterwards, so I'll have to gradually build the mileage in them.

    Glad I switched to the 255s at the last minute for the Annaghdown 10k, after warming up in the new shoes.

    Have to say, they seem very good for form, was on my forefoot all the time yesterday, and not slipping to the odd heelstrike that you can get away with in the 255s.

    Will try to keep the transition steady as she goes to avoid any problems and not get carried away with myself.


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    spurscormac wrote: »
    Yeah, I'd imagine it is alright. Its one thing to try on a pair of shoes, another to start doing a few miles in them.
    Got out yesterday for a first run in my 233s and I did notice the difference alright. I could feel the extra stretch on the calves & achilles afterwards, so I'll have to gradually build the mileage in them.

    Glad I switched to the 255s at the last minute for the Annaghdown 10k, after warming up in the new shoes.

    Have to say, they seem very good for form, was on my forefoot all the time yesterday, and not slipping to the odd heelstrike that you can get away with in the 255s.

    Will try to keep the transition steady as she goes to avoid any problems and not get carried away with myself.

    yes the other thing besides the heel drop is the more barefoot you get the less cushioning too.


  • #193
    BeepBeep67
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    Quick report back on my new Inov-8 Road shoes, which I'm quickly becoming a fan of.
    X-233: Used these in a recent 5k, took them straight out of the box and wore for the warm up, race and cool down. They're a very comfortable fit, however where the tongue is attached to the upper there is excess material on both sides, so you need to careful that it doesn't fold back. They have the feel of a traditional flat, although a little on the heavy side for 5k's at 233 grams for a size 8. They felt quick and responsive and although they no grips on the rubber sole, they do create good traction on tarmac and concrete. I do quite a bit of running in low profile shoes, so even after 8 miles in with a 6mm heel to toe drop I had no calf or achilles tightness. Would consider them for tempo sessions and maybe half marathon races, but would look for something lighter for races below that.
    X-255: Had to travel last week so threw these in the suitcase and rattled up 16 miles over 3 runs. I'm already in love with this shoe, heavier than the X-255 by 20+ grams, but still have a nice light feel about them. The lacing set up allows for a nice snug fit and they are so comfortable, so comfortable that I took them back out of the case to wear home yesterday. The toe box is nice an wide and the 9mm heel to toe drop is a nice intermediate drop down for anyone considering going for lower profile shoes. Strangely enough the 255's tend to thrown you more towards the mid foot than the 233's and this combined with the extra cushioning give you the feeling you could run long distances in them. Wore them on an 8.8 miler today where it lashed rain and they had superb traction in the wet, much better than I was expecting. Also had 4 quicker paced miles in the run and the shoes performed well and felt quick and responsive. I'll be doing a lot of miles in these I'm a real convert.


  • #194
    Phoole
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    I've always been a New Balance fan, since my Dad's running days, especially the wide shoes they have and will probably stick with them for good. I'm wearing 846 absorbz now and will definitely look out for another pair over the coming weeks.


  • #195
    Name Changed
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    I've started to go to Amphibian King to get measured now for proper runners. I did the Chicago marathon in 2008 with very little training (I was coming off an acl op) but just jogged it. I was using a pair of Asics but I was left with basically a hole in my foot from a huge burst blister. I could barely walk for a week.

    I then decided to go to Amphibian King. The first pair I got (Suacony) would give me massive blisters in the middle of the underside of my foot if I did any kind of decent distance. I found them very tight. I would usually wear size 10.5 but they had me in size 9.

    The second pair I got were size 8.5! They'd give me blisters on my second toe all the time. I did the marathon in these and two of my nails basically broke off and still aren't right. I can't remember the make.

    I went back again and got a pair of Brooks. I explained to the lad about the injuries I was getting. Finally a shoe that fitted! So far I have had no problems but I haven't done any serious distances yet, 7 miles being the most. I've a half of Saturday so I will find out.

    Anyway, Brooks for me although I'm considering trying the 5 fingered "shoes".


  • #196
    event
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    picked up my first pair of Kinvara 3's today.
    i dont do long distance anyway, only 10k so transition shouldnt be too bad.


  • #197
    fast.punx
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    How are those Kinvara 3s working?


  • #198
    wrstan
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    Picked up a pair of Brooks ST5's a couple of days ago from AK Bray, haven't yet taken them out yet, but am looking forward to it. Other than a pair of Nike Zoom Elites that I picked up cheap I the US earlier this year it's my first experience with a flatter minimalist shoe so will be interested to see how it goes. At €75, they seemed like good value too.

    It was a toss up between the Brooks and the Kinvara, but ultimately the ST5s just felt a bit more comfortable.


  • #199
    wrstan
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    Incidentally was in that shop Snow + Rock in Dundrum today and was surprised to see that they have a good range of decent runners, including the Mizuna Musha which had a very good review in Running Times recently. I would have given them serious consideration had I not just picked up the ST5's.


  • #200
    BeepBeep67
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    How are the ST5's, I loved the 4's, but was thinking of holding out for the 6's


  • #201
    event
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    fast.punx wrote: »
    How are those Kinvara 3s working?

    Only been out in em twice due to work.
    Thursday did a 6k as was advised to start slow.
    Found em ok. strange at the start but after a k or two was grand. calves were sore though.
    Got 10k yesterday, again the same but i noticed the soles of my feet were killing me last night while walking/standing.
    i was probably a heel striker, haven't noticed any pain in my heel or anything.

    Im happy so far. they just feel "better" can't explain it. ( that could be my head convincing me as they were €110 :) )


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