How often do you replace your running trainers?

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2006-09-30 1:10 PM

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Subject: How often do you replace your running trainers?

So I'm officially starting my training for Cal international.  Today was just shy of 10 miles, and ouch, my body ached afterward!  I think it may have something to do with the shock absorbtion of my shoes starting to wear down.

I think I bought these shoes in June or July, and since then I've done a HIM on them... that's about heck....I dunno....around 75 to 100 miles?  Maybe less?

Is there a rule of thumb in terms of mileage on shoes?  I want to have a new pair worked in before my marathon in Dec, so not sure how I should be timing my purchase.

Its a small thing...but worth figuring out for the sake of my poor back

 

 

2006-09-30 1:12 PM
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Subject: RE: How often do you replace your running trainers?
You'll find a lot of different answers and opinions, but most will agree that it's several hundred miles.  It's highly unlikely that yours are worn out at 100 miles.
2006-09-30 2:17 PM
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Subject: RE: How often do you replace your running trainers?
Don't run significant mileage now so my shoes probably age rather than wear. When I was averaging 40-60 miles per week I would replace 800-1200 miles.
2006-09-30 2:20 PM
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300 miles and I relegate them to lawn mowing duty. 
2006-09-30 2:20 PM
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Subject: RE: How often do you replace your running trainers?
I think the rules are more like generalities that MIGHT apply to you. I've heard everything from 6 months or 600 miles, and down to 3 months. With that said, my last several pair (I'll not flog their names publicly) averaged about 7 weeks before the forefoot cushioning was gone. And I'm not heavy or high mileage.
2006-09-30 2:50 PM
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So based on what I'm hearing here, and what I've read, it sounds like I should be good with these shoes for another 200 miles.  That said, post-race I'm dealing with 2 black toes, which I hear has something to do with shoes being too tight or downhill running (which I'd do with pleasure if I didn't have to run up hill first).

Anyone know of a good place online to buy runners? 

 

 

2006-09-30 3:15 PM
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CarenM - 2006-09-30 2:50 PM

Anyone know of a good place online to buy runners? 

I recommend www.footrx.com with code "preferred0200" to get 20% off listed prices. If the listed price is $85 or more, you'll also get free shipping. You can also email the owner ([email protected]) with any questions and he is real good to get back to you with good info.

2006-09-30 5:43 PM
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When you buy a bike, at least most of us anyway, we go to a professional and get fitted properly and pore over details. Do the same with shoes. They are the only thing between you and the pavement. I go to a local shop ran by experienced runners. They have the knowledge of which shoes I should be wearing for my particular needs. And I change mine every 300 to 500 miles.
2006-09-30 6:38 PM
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TriClyde - 2006-09-30 1:43 PM When you buy a bike, at least most of us anyway, we go to a professional and get fitted properly and pore over details. Do the same with shoes. They are the only thing between you and the pavement. I go to a local shop ran by experienced runners. They have the knowledge of which shoes I should be wearing for my particular needs. And I change mine every 300 to 500 miles.

What type or brand of shoe do they recommend for you? I'm 6'5" and 250# so I expect my shoes to be quite rugged and short-lived. 

2006-09-30 8:27 PM
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Subject: RE: How often do you replace your running trainers?
I'd go to a running shop or tri shop and get them fitted properly. I used to "do it myself" but then this year decided to go to our local tri shop. They have been the best most comfortable shoes ever. Apart from taking measurements he puts you on a treadmill and videos you so that he can watch how you run etc and suggest best shoe.
I have been back to him this week and bought myself some nice waterproof Gortex runners for outside winter training and he worked out that I have a few months left on my current ones so i can use those for indoor treadmill stuff.
Service and expertise are well worth it to me

2006-10-01 1:08 AM
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TriClyde - 2006-09-30 1:43 PM When you buy a bike, at least most of us anyway, we go to a professional and get fitted properly and pore over details. Do the same with shoes. They are the only thing between you and the pavement. I go to a local shop ran by experienced runners. They have the knowledge of which shoes I should be wearing for my particular needs. And I change mine every 300 to 500 miles.

What type or brand of shoe do they recommend for you? I'm 6'5" and 250# so I expect my shoes to be quite rugged and short-lived.

They check my stride, my foot shape, my weight, typical terrain, and other factors. For me, the past few years I have been using Mizuno Wave Legends. Great cushioning, good stability, good big buy shoe. Mizuno discontinued those shoes, however, so I am currently using Mizuno Wave Alchemy's. It is a little lighter, but I feel the road and the pounding more. I might continue to use them as a race shoe, but not as a trainer. And I'm due for a new pair any day now. I'll have to wait and see what I get this time.

2006-10-01 11:48 AM
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Subject: RE: How often do you replace your running trainers?
Black toes might mean your shoes are too small. I wish I could quote the sources but all I can write is that I've read a couple of pretty credible articles discussing the black toe=too small of a shoe problem......
2006-10-02 11:53 PM
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2006-10-03 8:39 AM
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TriClyde - 2006-09-30 1:43 PM When you buy a bike, at least most of us anyway, we go to a professional and get fitted properly and pore over details. Do the same with shoes. They are the only thing between you and the pavement. I go to a local shop ran by experienced runners. They have the knowledge of which shoes I should be wearing for my particular needs. And I change mine every 300 to 500 miles.

What type or brand of shoe do they recommend for you? I'm 6'5" and 250# so I expect my shoes to be quite rugged and short-lived.



Wookie, another shoe that is often recommended for big guys is the Brooks Beast.
2006-10-03 8:45 AM
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Subject: RE: How often do you replace your running trainers?
Even if you've built up to the mileage, it's still gonna hurt in some fashion. Doing anything longer than you have previously will do that.
2006-10-03 9:00 AM
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Subject: RE: How often do you replace your running trainers?

The average life expectancy of running shoes, as related to me by various sources, is between 400 and 600 kms per year.  I simply buy a new pair every season ... it cuts down on the guesswork.  I keep my old running (last year's model) shoes for rainy days and winter runs and I keep my older running (two seasons ago) shoes for yard work and walking. 

PS.  I have tried the Brooks Beast and found that it was like trying to run with a boxes on my feet.  So, I traded them in for Asics.

PPS. Black toe, or blue toe, is often caused by wearing too small shoes, however, the cause can be as simple as having toe nails that need to be clipped.  That solved my problem many many years ago.

2006-10-03 9:28 AM
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Subject: RE: How often do you replace your running trainers?
I'll second the vote to go to a running specialty store and get fitted for the "right" shoe.  Ask serious runners in your area where they go and get yourself into a shoe that's more kind on your feet.
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