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What shoes you wearing now and what next?

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    #1172
    hf4z6sqo7vjngi
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    BeepBeep67 wrote: »
    Haven't tried them but I believe the 'Asteria' (spelling?), is the replacement, I've seen TRR running in them and he was an ST5 wearer, so maybe give him a shout.

    As an alternative the Adidas Boston 5/6 (go up at least half a size) is what I'm using now. The toe box is narrower than the ST5, it's the only thing I'd change, it's a cracking all round shoe.
    average_runner wrote: »
    The new Brooks Asteria might be worth a look. I love the hyperion.

    I have had the Asteria out for a few runs and I like them a lot. Have realised my other 6 pairs of rotating Brooks shoes of T7/ST5/Pureflow/Cadence could do with a few of them retiring as they are dead!


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    #1173
    dave_o_brien
    Registered Users Posts: 2,275 ✭✭✭dave_o_brien


    I plumped for the Adidas Ultra Boost ST's recently. Did a 7km run in them yesterday and they felt so smooth, I felt like I was running a lot faster for less effort, less impact on the joints, less fatigue after. How much is placebo, I can't say, but delighted with them. Compared to my Mizuno's, there is less of a sensation of the shoe support coming up around the sides of the feet, and I did feel them squirm a bit when turning sharply, but they felt supportive, wonderfully cushioned, fast and responsive. Great initial impression.


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    #1174
    BeepBeep67
    Registered Users Posts: 8,080 ✭✭✭BeepBeep67


    Itziger wrote: »
    They're a fine shoe, yeah. That the N1 or what version? Have the N0 for short stuff, well had, they're a bit old now and then bought the N1 for longer distances earlier this year. Light, comfortable, very little to complain about and the price was like you paid. Great value. They do feel a bit 'unprotected' for marathon distance. I have yet to decide.

    SportPursuit have dropped a load of Pearl Izumi on their site this morning with decent spread of sizing at great pricing £35 - if you are tempted ;)


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    #1175
    AuldManKing
    Registered Users Posts: 5,236 ✭✭✭AuldManKing


    dave_o_brien wrote: »
    I plumped for the Adidas Ultra Boost ST's recently. Did a 7km run in them yesterday and they felt so smooth, I felt like I was running a lot faster for less effort, less impact on the joints, less fatigue after. How much is placebo, I can't say, but delighted with them. Compared to my Mizuno's, there is less of a sensation of the shoe support coming up around the sides of the feet, and I did feel them squirm a bit when turning sharply, but they felt supportive, wonderfully cushioned, fast and responsive. Great initial impression.

    just bought a pair recently on Wiggle (€85) - due for delivery soon - looking forward to bringing them for a spin :)


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    #1176
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    #1177
    Rega
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    Kaiser Few Vapor wrote: »
    Wiggle Bargain, might be of use.

    Adidas Ultra Boost ST Shoes (c50% off)

    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/adidas-ultra-boost-st-shoes/?referid=affwin&utm_source=affiliate-window&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=www.boards.ie&utm_term=78888&utm_content=0

    Edit: 11.5 only

    Anyways, I'm using Aasics Dynaflyte for about 6 months now, love them, if not a tad expensive.

    Some more sizes back in. Just picked up a pair of size 9

    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/adidas-ultra-boost-st-shoes/


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    #1178
    Techless
    Registered Users Posts: 591 ✭✭✭Techless


    BeepBeep67 wrote: »
    SportPursuit have dropped a load of Pearl Izumi on their site this morning with decent spread of sizing at great pricing £35 - if you are tempted ;)

    Sport Pursuit - never heard of this site before, are they good to deal with ?

    Also never heard of Pearl Izumi shoes, interesting..


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    #1179
    Itziger
    Registered Users Posts: 4,016 ✭✭✭Itziger


    Techless wrote: »
    Sport Pursuit - never heard of this site before, are they good to deal with ?

    Also never heard of Pearl Izumi shoes, interesting..

    I've got stuff from them. No issues whatsoever with delivery. Pearl Izumi are very smooth riders. Love both the N0 for shorter stuff and the N1 for longer. A snug fit, very quiet on the ground.

    One thing I will say, when I tried the old N1 shoe I wasn't convinced but these 'V2' (version 2 I think) are the business. Great value at that price. as good as I've seen. Shame they're going.


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    #1180
    BeepBeep67
    Registered Users Posts: 8,080 ✭✭✭BeepBeep67


    Only thing to look out for with Sports Pursuit is that use a flash sales model.
    Commit a quantity to a brand.
    Run a flash sale.
    Confirm to quantity and order.

    So depends on if you are at the beginning of a flash sale (long delivery time) or towards the end (moderate delivery time).

    Meaning not useful if you need something quickly.


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    #1181
    davedanon
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,062 ✭✭✭davedanon


    Just purchased two more pairs of Kinvara 7's on sportsshoes.com - €154 for the lot. They're black too, which is kind of cool.


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    #1182
    BeepBeep67
    Registered Users Posts: 8,080 ✭✭✭BeepBeep67


    Sure while we're at it :pac:

    NB Hanzo S

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    #1183
    Down South
    Registered Users Posts: 333 ✭✭Down South


    Picked up these Hoka Tracers this morning

    Looking forward to giving them a run out but maybe not my 15k tomorrow

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    #1184
    Cartman78
    Registered Users Posts: 9,648 ✭✭✭Cartman78


    Will be back in the market soon for another pair of Asics Cumulus.....struggling to find any decent prices online (best so far is Wiggle @ €85 with free postage).

    Do you guys use any price comparison/tracker sites?? Would be interested to hear any recommendations


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    #1185
    boydkev
    Registered Users Posts: 351 ✭✭boydkev


    I use Pricespy.ie, Gives prices for ireland and also international shops. Dont think it catches all good deals though.


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    #1186
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    in a lot of cases you only get online deals on particular shoes periodically - e.g. when they are trying to clear out a prior season's version or something like that. if you are looking for particular shoes you have to keep a fairly constant lookout as you can't be guaranteed that something will be available at the very time you want it.
    if have a weird sized foot outside the norm e.g. very small or very large foot you can get a great price often. for us normal people not so much.
    if you're more flexible and do some research into similar types of shoes e.g. for cumulus other medium to heavy weight cushioned neutral shoes you find a bargain.

    €85 is a decent price for that shoe in Europe - probably won't do much better.
    that's for last year's version.


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    #1187
    Cartman78
    Registered Users Posts: 9,648 ✭✭✭Cartman78


    glasso wrote: »
    €85 is a decent price for that shoe in Europe - probably won't do much better.
    that's for last year's version.

    Yep....that seems to be the best deal going alright...have been passively browsing for a while.

    It seems that the days of getting runners for < €70 have long gone :(


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    #1188
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    Cartman78 wrote: »
    Yep....that seems to be the best deal going alright...have been passively browsing for a while.

    It seems that the days of getting runners for < €70 have long gone :(

    if you look at similar runners you might find something

    Saucony Ride
    Mizuno Wave Rider
    Brooks Ghost
    Nike Pegasus
    New Balance 1080
    Brooks Glycerins

    e.g. personally I like light (220g / 8 ounces for size 9) cushioned runners. at one point found a great deal on Sketchers (who make excellent performance running shoes) Go Run Ride for €30 on amazon.co.uk - bought a few pairs - total bargain.


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    #1189
    adrian522
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    davedanon wrote: »
    Just purchased two more pairs of Kinvara 7's on sportsshoes.com - €154 for the lot. They're black too, which is kind of cool.

    Back on the Kinvara's for me too. Been on the Breakthrus for a while but going to go back to the slightly smaller drops.


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    #1190
    rainbow kirby
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    Cartman78 wrote: »
    It seems that the days of getting runners for < €70 have long gone :(

    Yep... other half is the most common size in the most common shoe (size 10 Asics GT-2000) and I can't find decent deals in it at all.

    On the other hand, I'm laughing with women's Mizunos...


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    #1191
    BeepBeep67
    Registered Users Posts: 8,080 ✭✭✭BeepBeep67


    Cartman78 wrote: »
    Yep....that seems to be the best deal going alright...have been passively browsing for a while.

    It seems that the days of getting runners for < €70 have long gone :(

    The trainers I have in rotation currently cost an average of €48 for my last 6 pairs, you have to be flexible (find similar models across various brands), set up your price alerts and order the morning after a referendum or general election in the UK :D

    I will push the boat out on shoes that I use for racing, paying an average of €91.50 for my last 4 pairs.


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    #1192
    average_runner
    Registered Users Posts: 12,849 ✭✭✭✭average_runner


    Any idea of similar runners to Brooks Launch?

    Thanks


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    #1193
    Bahanaman
    Registered Users Posts: 1,174 ✭✭✭Bahanaman


    Good deals on adidas.ie at the moment. Sale on with sequence 9 and the new St for something like 69 euro. Supernova the same price with free delivery.


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    #1194
    Nagnata
    Closed Accounts Posts: 37 ✭Nagnata


    I rotate my shoes.
    Monday easy run adidas squence 9
    Tuesday intervals/speed work new balance 1500v2 I also use these as my racing shoe up to 10km.
    Wednesday easy day so same as Monday but if the legs are heavy I use nike lunarglide 8 which are nice and soft but still with structure.
    Thursday easy so adidas squence 9 again
    Friday tempo or fartleks runs so normally go with mizuno wave inspire I use these on races over 10km
    Saturday long run it depends how far so can be my squence 9, inspire or ascis Kayno 22 that were bought for me.
    Sunday normally a rest day but if going on a recovery run its nike lunarglide 8 I would use them the day after a race too.
    If I'm on the mountains or trails I'll use Salomon xa pro 3d


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    #1195
    Cartman78
    Registered Users Posts: 9,648 ✭✭✭Cartman78


    Cartman78 wrote: »
    Will be back in the market soon for another pair of Asics Cumulus.....struggling to find any decent prices online (best so far is Wiggle @ €85 with free postage).

    Will be passing by Kildare Village next week....can't remember what discounts are normally on offer in the Asics store (??)....Cumulus still out of stock on Wiggle :-(


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    #1196
    Down South
    Registered Users Posts: 333 ✭✭Down South


    I was in Asics store in Kildare Village and pretty sure Cumulus were going for €96


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    #1197
    TheBigGreen
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    Bought the Nike Streak 6 last week for €57.98 (had 20% voucher on top of the sale price) from the Nike store. First run was the Strava #MyMile

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    #1198
    Cartman78
    Registered Users Posts: 9,648 ✭✭✭Cartman78


    Cartman78 wrote: »
    Will be passing by Kildare Village next week....can't remember what discounts are normally on offer in the Asics store (??)....Cumulus still out of stock on Wiggle :-(

    So popped in to the store on Thursday, all set to pick up a new pair of Cumulus.

    Tried them on and they felt absolutely awful - really tight and uncomfortable and felt like the heels had been raised by about 3 inches :eek:

    Really disappointed - wearing Cumulus since 2008 and every time i've put on a new pair before there's been zero problems.

    Anyway, tldr....ended up buying a pair of Gel Flux instead for half the price. I know they're a much lower mileage shoe but given my current training regime they should do the job


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    #1199
    ISOP
    Registered Users Posts: 417 ✭✭ISOP


    I use a pair of Asics Metarun for races, great shoe, very expensive, bought them as a treat for myself


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    #1200
    D3PO
    Registered Users Posts: 7,879 ✭✭✭D3PO


    Im wearing Asics Nimbus. Find them very comfortable


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    #1201
    ThisRegard
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    ISOP wrote: »
    I use a pair of Asics Metarun for races, great shoe, very expensive, bought them as a treat for myself

    I had to google what they were, €250. I know Asics became ridiculously expensive over the years, but that's a bit excessive?


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