[mschatz]

Run on grass. I know I know.

Unfortunately, the time most convienent for me to run is in the morning before work, and I dont have time to drive to the track or a park. In short, it means Ill be running on asphalt for the time being. Can anyone recommend a good pair of running shoes that offers the most cushion to minimize the amount of pounding my knees and ankles will be taking?

[black koala]

asics gt 2130's arguably the best running shos on the market...


ASICS America - GT-2130™

[thethirddiaz]

Ugh. Like this hasn't been asked before?

Ok, so I was one of the one that asked before and the answer was: go to a specialty store where they fit you for a shoe. Do not worry about the brand or the look of the shoe. The important part is how it fits and that it is right for your foot.

Don;t go to foot locker or one of those stores, go to a running shop. The shoes will cost ~$100-120.

[mschatz]

thanks guys

[pescimove]

To add to this. Your running shoe should be determined by your foot type (high, medium or low arch) and your running style. Last time I got fitted I stepped on a pad that measured how my foot contacted the ground (i.e. roll to the right or left) and also ran on a treadmill. After that I was recommended a few different pairs and tried them each out.

[brad_mn]

I agree with the above (get fitted at a running store). But once you find your model, you may want to look at Eastbay or something for buying them.

I am all for supporting the local stores, but when the price difference is $190 for Asics Gel Kayno 14s (in my local store) compared to $135 on Eastbay, I can't justify the extra $ even with a fitting and grerat sales guy. Just my $.02.

[Cydewynder20]

$40 New Balances FTW

[brad_mn]

Originally Posted by Cydewynder20

$40 New Balances FTW

I had those back in boot camp. Not the best shoe I have ever ran in, LOL.

[mobeck]

Yeah, most running shoes under the $80 range aren't going to do your feet/shins/knees justice. I would say the best brands for running shoes are Asics, Brooks, New Balance, and occasionally Nike but Nike tend to run narrow so if you have wide feet like me they won't often do so well.

Like said above, go to a running shop, especially if you have a nifty one nearby that does Gait analysis so you can find out the level of support you need. That is really a huge consideration to make when choosing shoes. I'd also recommend buying quality insoles (superfeet) which will last you several pairs of shoes and will improve the quality of the shoe overall since most shoes come with shit, thin-ass insoles.

[absolutez3ro]

the Nike Free 5.0

It mimics running barefoot and strengthens your feet in the process. Some of those crazy fuckers that run the ultra-marathons swear by them.