Advertisement
Help Keep Boards Alive. Support us by going ad free today. See here: https://subscriptions.boards.ie/.
https://www.boards.ie/group/1878-subscribers-forum

Private Group for paid up members of Boards.ie. Join the club.
Hi all, please see this major site announcement: https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058427594/boards-ie-2026

What shoes you wearing now and what next?

1…5681011…187

Comments

  • #212
    nellocono
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 419 ✭✭nellocono


    In bad need for a new pair of runners to replace my LunarGlide 3 which are falling apart...

    Not sure what to get, I really liked the fit and feel of the lunarglides although I was never fond of the colour of them. Any recomendations, looking for something light and bouncy?


  • #213
    seanmacc
    Closed Accounts Posts: 770 ✭✭✭seanmacc


    nellocono wrote: »
    In bad need for a new pair of runners to replace my LunarGlide 3 which are falling apart...

    Not sure what to get, I really liked the fit and feel of the lunarglides although I was never fond of the colour of them. Any recomendations, looking for something light and bouncy?

    Have you ever considered the bare foot (five finger shoes)? They're light and as bouncy as your stride. Supposedly its the best way to run because its natural.

    I'd go for them myself only I take a size 14 ad have abnormally shaped curved toes. I've seen a lot of people using them in the US on the road as well as up mountain trails.


  • #214
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 19,205 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    seanmacc wrote: »
    Have you ever considered the bare foot (five finger shoes)? They're light and as bouncy as your stride. Supposedly its the best way to run because its natural.

    I'd go for them myself only I take a size 14 ad have abnormally shaped curved toes. I've seen a lot of people using them in the US on the road as well as up mountain trails.

    mmmm.... jump right into a pair of 5-fingers from lunarglides - guaranteed injury.


  • #215
    JohnnyCrash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 978 ✭✭✭JohnnyCrash


    nellocono wrote: »
    In bad need for a new pair of runners to replace my LunarGlide 3 which are falling apart...

    Not sure what to get, I really liked the fit and feel of the lunarglides although I was never fond of the colour of them. Any recomendations, looking for something light and bouncy?
    Get them in a different colour??


  • #216
    nellocono
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 419 ✭✭nellocono


    JohnnyCrash wrote: »
    Get them in a different colour??

    I am looking at a few options. Either get them in a different colour or else a pair of Peagasus. Does anyone know if there is much difference between the Pegasus and the Lunarglide and/or the vomeros?

    I have to say the LunarGlides are the ugliest shoes I have ever seen, why do nike make them so ugly.:mad:


  • Advertisement
  • #217
    JohnnyCrash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 978 ✭✭✭JohnnyCrash


    I would imagine there being a difference. Pegasus is a neutral shoe and uses air not lunarlon afaik. I think the glide is a decent looking shoe,but then,the fashion end of shoes wouldnt be high on my list. Once it does its job,is comfortable and keeps me injury free,that'll do.


  • #218
    nellocono
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 419 ✭✭nellocono


    Yeah I may well stick with the LunarGlide given there lighter also. I also see on the Nike ID site that you can customize almost everything about the shoe, meaning you can design it yourself...Premium cosst of 140 euro though :eek:

    Anyone on here care to design a pair of LunarGlides for me? The nicest pair I see I will purchase them!

    http://www.nike.com/ie/en_gb/c/running/nike-running-lunarglide-plus


  • #219
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 19,205 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    nellocono wrote: »
    I am looking at a few options. Either get them in a different colour or else a pair of Peagasus. Does anyone know if there is much difference between the Pegasus and the Lunarglide and/or the vomeros?

    I have to say the LunarGlides are the ugliest shoes I have ever seen, why do nike make them so ugly.:mad:

    nike lunarfly 2 is fairly similar to lunarglide. elverys had them (should still do) for 65 euro. they are a bit lighter. colour was black upper with luminous green lower. not as bad as it sounds. anyways you're wearing them running, not casual...
    Lunarglide 3 do have some decent colours but to actually find the model in that colour you might well have to buy from nike website. try tribesports.com for links - http://tribesports.com/products?q=lunarglide


  • #220
    psychozeb
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 726 ✭✭✭psychozeb


    they have the new lunarglide+4 on the elverys site for €106,saw them in Lisbon last weekend and they were looking for €140!
    http://www.elverys.ie/Product/Nike-Lunarglide-4-Mens-Mens-VoltBlue/216889/0000000589


  • #221
    BeepBeep67
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,121 ✭✭✭BeepBeep67


    Meb's shoes for London - has anyone taken the Sketchers for a spin yet?

    image001-748x339.jpg


  • Advertisement
  • #222
    JohnnyCrash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 978 ✭✭✭JohnnyCrash


    glasso wrote: »
    nike lunarfly 2 is fairly similar to lunarglide. elverys had them (should still do) for 65 euro. they are a bit lighter. colour was black upper with luminous green lower. not as bad as it sounds. anyways you're wearing them running, not casual...
    Lunarglide 3 do have some decent colours but to actually find the model in that colour you might well have to buy from nike website. try tribesports.com for links - http://tribesports.com/products?q=lunarglide
    I tried on the Lunarfly and found them noticably different under the arches.Wiggle have the 3's in 2 different colours,got a pair delivered to the door for €78. Sub4.ie have them also


  • #223
    menoscemo
    Closed Accounts Posts: 13,915 ✭✭✭✭menoscemo


    BeepBeep67 wrote: »
    Meb's shoes for London - has anyone taken the Sketchers for a spin yet?

    image001-748x339.jpg

    I have a pair of Skechers Go Run. They have a hugely built up midfoot so that there is a drop from the midfoot to the toe and heel. Nice fit light shoes but feel a bit weird to run in.

    These ones look like a fltter, newer version.


  • #224
    BeepBeep67
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,121 ✭✭✭BeepBeep67


    wrstan wrote: »
    Sorry for taking so long to reply, I picked up a head cold last week which quickly went down to my chest, so I took a few rest days.

    I have worn the ST5's for 2 runs, the first an easy 12k with some progression and then last night on the track for a session of 400's. I have to say I am really happy with them, they feel light, comfortable and responsive. Mostly they seem to be a very good fit for me, and for both runs almost instantly I was unaware of them at all (if that makes sense!) other than to notice the reduction in weight from my trusty Nimbus. I would definitely put them into a "they just feel good" category.

    Picked up a pair this evening - 7.75 miles straight out of the box, nice bouncy feel, hope the laces last!


  • #225
    asimonov
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,378 ✭✭✭asimonov


    BeepBeep67 wrote: »
    Picked up a pair this evening - 7.75 miles straight out of the box, nice bouncy feel, hope the laces last!

    yeah - great runners. The laces are a 'mare though. triple knots required.


  • #226
    nellocono
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 419 ✭✭nellocono


    Originally Posted by BeepBeep67
    Meb's shoes for London - has anyone taken the Sketchers for a spin yet?


    I have a pair of Skechers Go Run. They have a hugely built up midfoot so that there is a drop from the midfoot to the toe and heel. Nice fit light shoes but feel a bit weird to run in.

    These ones look like a fltter, newer version.

    I believe I read somewhere that Skechers make a customized show for Meb to suit his particular style. I think these might be promoting their new GoRun Ride model shoe which is a little heavier and more cushioned than the Go Run albeit still very light at 7.8 oz.

    I am def going to try these on in the Skechers store and see how they feel as I am a big fan of light, bouncy flexible shoes with enough padding to make it comfortable...


  • #227
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 19,205 ✭✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    JohnnyCrash wrote: »
    I tried on the Lunarfly and found them noticably different under the arches.Wiggle have the 3's in 2 different colours,got a pair delivered to the door for €78. Sub4.ie have them also

    true - there is a bit of a difference on the arches but may suit some people looking for a lunarglide-type runner that's a couple of ounces lighter.


  • #228
    JohnnyCrash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 978 ✭✭✭JohnnyCrash


    Anybody get the Lunarglide 4's yet and if so,what are they like?


  • #229
    docjewel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 438 ✭✭docjewel


    JohnnyCrash wrote: »
    Anybody get the Lunarglide 4's yet and if so,what are they like?

    Wondering the same myself,I see Sports Direct have them for €80.39 excluding delivery at the moment.


  • #230
    JohnnyCrash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 978 ✭✭✭JohnnyCrash


    I think Elverys have them for €106. Might try them on and take it from there;)


  • #231
    docjewel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 438 ✭✭docjewel


    JohnnyCrash wrote: »
    I think Elverys have them for €106. Might try them on and take it from there;)

    According to this thread in Bargains Alert this code can be used in store to get 20% off full price items "elv12pm7" in Elverys.
    Let us know what you think of them.


  • Advertisement
  • #232
    PaulieC
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,196 ✭✭✭PaulieC


    I just noticed today that the NB mr00 I've been wearing for the last three months are different sizes. The left is a 9 and the right is a 10. Doh !!


  • #233
    JohnnyCrash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 978 ✭✭✭JohnnyCrash


    Just picked up a pair of the Lunarglide 4's:D I have to say,first impressions,far superior fit than the 3's,cushioning seems better and they feel noticably lighter.Havnt run in them yet,on a rest day.Have a handy 5 miler tomorrow,ill let ye know how i get on.Im excited to say the least!!!


  • #234
    JohnnyCrash
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 978 ✭✭✭JohnnyCrash


    Well, took the Glide 4's for a spin this evening,5.5 miles @7.40min/mile pace.What can I say.The Glide 3's are in the ha'penny place to these babies.Mucho impressed.I have to say,Nike,give yourselves a big pat on the back,you got this upgrade very right imo. Im a very happy camper.Oh,and have a 20 mile lsr on sunday,ill definately be wearing them:D


  • #235
    Krusty_Clown
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,551 ✭✭✭✭Krusty_Clown


    Hi guys, have been running in Mizuno Waveriders and Mizuno Precisions for a couple of years now. Because prices have increased in the Mizuno range (putting them in the same price bracket as all other running shoes), I'm wondering if I should be looking at alternatives from other manufacturers, instead of sticking with the tried and trusted (because they were cheaper and fit me well).

    Any suggestions, on either:
    1) Where I can still pick up Mizunos at a reasonable price (Precision 12 on Wiggle: €113, Waverider 15: €119).
    2) Alternatives to the above two shoes?

    Would prefer to go to a bricks and mortar shop (e.g. AK), but get through a lot of shoes, so am price conscious, so any suggestions welcomed!


  • #236
    theboyblunder
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,054 ✭✭✭theboyblunder


    Krusty_Clown wrote: »
    Hi guys, have been running in Mizuno Waveriders and Mizuno Precisions for a couple of years now. Because prices have increased in the Mizuno range (putting them in the same price bracket as all other running shoes), I'm wondering if I should be looking at alternatives from other manufacturers, instead of sticking with the tried and trusted (because they were cheaper and fit me well).

    Any suggestions, on either:
    1) Where I can still pick up Mizunos at a reasonable price (Precision 12 on Wiggle: €113, Waverider 15: €119).
    2) Alternatives to the above two shoes?

    Would prefer to go to a bricks and mortar shop (e.g. AK), but get through a lot of shoes, so am price conscious, so any suggestions welcomed!

    I was in the same boat (waveriders and precisions)

    I now find the Kinvara 3 great. Very light but ive over 200 miles in two pairs so far without problems

    100 euro from AK website


  • #237
    Krusty_Clown
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,551 ✭✭✭✭Krusty_Clown


    theboyblunder wrote: »
    I now find the Kinvara 3 great. Very light but ive over 200 miles in two pairs so far without problems
    Sounds like I need to make another trip out to AK (it's been a while). Would you position the Kinvara 3 as a replacement for the Precision or the Waverider (or a hybrid of both?). I liked the Waverider for the long slow slogs (20-22m at easy pace) and the Precisions for any faster stuff (tempo/PMP/marathons etc).


  • #238
    theboyblunder
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,054 ✭✭✭theboyblunder


    In terms of feel i'd put them a lot closer to the precisions than the WR. They are very light but theres a suprisingly cushioned feel.

    Ideally great for tempos and intervals, but im used to them now and use them for LSRs without problems, did 21 last sunday.


  • #239
    wrstan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 767 ✭✭✭wrstan


    Krusty_Clown wrote: »
    Hi guys, have been running in Mizuno Waveriders and Mizuno Precisions for a couple of years now. Because prices have increased in the Mizuno range (putting them in the same price bracket as all other running shoes), I'm wondering if I should be looking at alternatives from other manufacturers, instead of sticking with the tried and trusted (because they were cheaper and fit me well).

    Any suggestions, on either:
    1) Where I can still pick up Mizunos at a reasonable price (Precision 12 on Wiggle: €113, Waverider 15: €119).
    2) Alternatives to the above two shoes?

    Would prefer to go to a bricks and mortar shop (e.g. AK), but get through a lot of shoes, so am price conscious, so any suggestions welcomed!

    Hi Krusty, best thing is to go out and have a chat to the staff in AK, I always learn something new there and if you can get there at an off peak time I always find them very generous with their time. I know I'm a bit late replying to this, so maybe you have been there already. Last time I was out there (about a month ago) they hade the latest wave rider at around the prices you're quoting from Wiggle above! I was very tempted but ended up with a pair of Brooks ST5 racers, which were a good bit cheaper, but for my money a really nice shoe if you're looking for something light and for a neutral gait which I guess you must be if you've been wearing Wave riders.


  • #240
    00sully
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,267 ✭✭✭00sully


    I've gone from Asics DS trainers at least years DCM which also did me for all races in between. they are now in the bin (recycling!) so I've gone more minimalist this time - Saucony Fast switch which have improved my short race times considerably.

    I am worried about longer distances that I need more cushioning so am considering getting a 2nd pair for longer distances and maybe the DCM this year - any recommendations? Would the lunar glide 4's be TOO cushioned compared to the fast switch? Can you interchange easily between minimalist and cushioned over different distances? i.e safe to do so!?

    The deal in Elvery's on BA seems pretty good - buy one pair get one half price and also the 15% code.

    Anyway, am off for LSR 15-20m in the fast switch I'll see how I feel afterwards I guess :D


  • Advertisement
  • #241
    sconhome
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,468 ✭✭✭sconhome


    If you're running 20m in the Fastwitch, you will have no problems running DCM.

    Because of the low heel you are running more mid to fore foot, start introducing deeper cushioning you will lose the 'feel' for the road and probably raise the heel bringing you more towards a mid - heel landing.

    I'd say stick to the Fastwitch, but watch the mileage, they are a racer, so life is quite limited relative to your regular trainer.


Advertisement
Advertisement