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 2013-08-26 1:59 PM in reply to: jmkizer |
Master  6834      Englewood, Florida |  Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes)I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. |
| 2013-08-26 2:04 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
Master 9705 Raleigh, NC area | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. Oh Judi... |
| 2013-08-26 2:14 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. I have about 4 miles, all dreadmill, on my new Pure Connects. So far I like them. The only issue I've had so far was the first day I tried them without socks (I forgot them) and got a blister on the back of my ankle. My experience so far is limited but I like them. |
| 2013-08-26 2:15 PM in reply to: 0 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. My Pure Connects lasted me longer than any other shoe I have ever had (and I have had A LOT) Any specific questions?
Some specific comments: The sole is more stiff like the NB Minimus Trail I have, unlike say a Nike Free that has a super flexy sole. I have worn them with socks, without socks and on all different surfaces. They tended to be my go-to shoe. Tough enough to run on the trails with and "responsive" enough for the track (but who am I kidding, I wear my green monsters on the track too.) They breathe well and are good in the rain due to the material they are made of. They have updated them twice since my first pair and I have heard rumor that some don't like the upgrades. I can't speak to that. Edited by Asalzwed 2013-08-26 2:25 PM |
| 2013-08-26 2:21 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
Member 2098 Simsbury, Connecticut | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. I had a pair of the first gen pure flow and LOVED them. They felt so squishy soft. I didn't get to run in them much because I got hurt shortly after that. However, my doc and PT both think the shoes had little or no effect on my injury. So I still have them and will probably try them again soon. I tried on gen 2 at the store this summer and didn't like them as much  If you like them, give them a shot! |
| 2013-08-26 2:23 PM in reply to: 0 |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. My Pure Connects lasted me longer than any other shoe I have ever had (and I have had A LOT) Any specific questions? OK, that is 180* from what I read. Quality? Is the heel drop noticable? From what it looks like, they are fairly comfortable. Edited by cdban66 2013-08-26 2:25 PM |
| 2013-08-26 2:30 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. My Pure Connects lasted me longer than any other shoe I have ever had (and I have had A LOT) Any specific questions? OK, that is 180* from what I read. Quality? Is the heel drop noticable? From what it looks like, they are fairly comfortable. Ok, so read my above comments + as far as quality goes, as I said I ran more miles than any of my other shoes (keep in mind, I am very easy on my shoes.) When I dropped them in the recycle bin, they looked new. I don't really pay attention to heel drop. |
| 2013-08-26 2:38 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. My Pure Connects lasted me longer than any other shoe I have ever had (and I have had A LOT) Any specific questions? OK, that is 180* from what I read. Quality? Is the heel drop noticable? From what it looks like, they are fairly comfortable. Ok, so read my above comments + as far as quality goes, as I said I ran more miles than any of my other shoes (keep in mind, I am very easy on my shoes.) When I dropped them in the recycle bin, they looked new. I don't really pay attention to heel drop. OK, one thing I noticed, now that I think about it, is the outside of the midsole felt a bit, up. It was like a golf ball (exaggeration) was under there. Or more like a couple of nickels. I really want to like them, they were otherwise really comfortable. |
| 2013-08-26 2:41 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. My Pure Connects lasted me longer than any other shoe I have ever had (and I have had A LOT) Any specific questions? OK, that is 180* from what I read. Quality? Is the heel drop noticable? From what it looks like, they are fairly comfortable. Ok, so read my above comments + as far as quality goes, as I said I ran more miles than any of my other shoes (keep in mind, I am very easy on my shoes.) When I dropped them in the recycle bin, they looked new. I don't really pay attention to heel drop. OK, one thing I noticed, now that I think about it, is the outside of the midsole felt a bit, up. It was like a golf ball (exaggeration) was under there. Or more like a couple of nickels. I really want to like them, they were otherwise really comfortable. Hmmm, I can't say I noticed THAT but I do have high arches and I noticed more support than usual. But what you are describing sounds like the outside of the foot?
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| 2013-08-26 2:44 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. My Pure Connects lasted me longer than any other shoe I have ever had (and I have had A LOT) Any specific questions? OK, that is 180* from what I read. Quality? Is the heel drop noticable? From what it looks like, they are fairly comfortable. Ok, so read my above comments + as far as quality goes, as I said I ran more miles than any of my other shoes (keep in mind, I am very easy on my shoes.) When I dropped them in the recycle bin, they looked new. I don't really pay attention to heel drop. OK, one thing I noticed, now that I think about it, is the outside of the midsole felt a bit, up. It was like a golf ball (exaggeration) was under there. Or more like a couple of nickels. I really want to like them, they were otherwise really comfortable. Hmmm, I can't say I noticed THAT but I do have high arches and I noticed more support than usual. But what you are describing sounds like the outside of the foot?
Yeah, it was in a weird place, the outside, mid foot. I'm thinking this may have convinced me to continue my search. While I love new shoes, the search for perfection is killing me |
| 2013-08-26 2:47 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. My Pure Connects lasted me longer than any other shoe I have ever had (and I have had A LOT) Any specific questions? OK, that is 180* from what I read. Quality? Is the heel drop noticable? From what it looks like, they are fairly comfortable. Ok, so read my above comments + as far as quality goes, as I said I ran more miles than any of my other shoes (keep in mind, I am very easy on my shoes.) When I dropped them in the recycle bin, they looked new. I don't really pay attention to heel drop. OK, one thing I noticed, now that I think about it, is the outside of the midsole felt a bit, up. It was like a golf ball (exaggeration) was under there. Or more like a couple of nickels. I really want to like them, they were otherwise really comfortable. Hmmm, I can't say I noticed THAT but I do have high arches and I noticed more support than usual. But what you are describing sounds like the outside of the foot?
Yeah, it was in a weird place, the outside, mid foot. I'm thinking this may have convinced me to continue my search. While I love new shoes, the search for perfection is killing me Perfection? Oh good luck with that! That's why I have lots of different shoes.
I've been meaning to buy the Pure Drifts (and some new T7s for HM-M) |
| 2013-08-26 2:50 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by Asalzwed Perfection? Oh good luck with that! That's why I have lots of different shoes.
I've been meaning to buy the Pure Drifts (and some new T7s for HM-M) I didn't get the same mileage from the Asics 2170's that I got from my Saucony Guide's. I keep trying different stuff, NB's didn't last. Guide's were changed (and I would still be in them otherwise), Asics didn't last, etc. I'm like the friggin' Goldilocks of shoes. |
| 2013-08-26 2:51 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Regular 5477 LHOTP | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Salty, how many miles do you put on a pair of shoes? If not by straight miles, what do you look for? |
| 2013-08-26 2:55 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Perfection? Oh good luck with that! That's why I have lots of different shoes.
I've been meaning to buy the Pure Drifts (and some new T7s for HM-M) I didn't get the same mileage from the Asics 2170's that I got from my Saucony Guide's. I keep trying different stuff, NB's didn't last. Guide's were changed (and I would still be in them otherwise), Asics didn't last, etc. I'm like the friggin' Goldilocks of shoes. I think comfort is a lot more important to me than how long they last. |
| 2013-08-26 2:58 PM in reply to: 0 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by switch Salty, how many miles do you put on a pair of shoes? If not by straight miles, what do you look for? I don't really keep track but I can get a fair amount out of them. I'd say an average of 400-500? (Keep in mind, I tend to wear shoes on the more lightweight/minimal side IE Nike Free 3.0, NB Minimus, Books Pure Connect, Brooks Green Silence) I look for: 1. Comfort 2. Lightweight 3. Aesthetics Edited by Asalzwed 2013-08-26 3:00 PM |
| 2013-08-26 3:00 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Perfection? Oh good luck with that! That's why I have lots of different shoes.
I've been meaning to buy the Pure Drifts (and some new T7s for HM-M) I didn't get the same mileage from the Asics 2170's that I got from my Saucony Guide's. I keep trying different stuff, NB's didn't last. Guide's were changed (and I would still be in them otherwise), Asics didn't last, etc. I'm like the friggin' Goldilocks of shoes. I think comfort is a lot more important to me than how long they last. My knee tells me when the shoes have no more life in them. I hate when I find a pair that I like, really start to feel comfortable, then WHAM, they're telling me to go buy more. I'm with you, comfort is king. I really need to fins a sugar daddy, er mommy. |
| 2013-08-26 3:03 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 6834 Englewood, Florida | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by switch Salty, how many miles do you put on a pair of shoes? If not by straight miles, what do you look for? I don't really keep track but I can get a fair amount out of them. I'd say an average of 400-500? (Keep in mind, I tend to wear shoes on the more lightweight/minimal side IE Nike Free 3.0, NB Minimus, Books Pure Connect, Brooks Green Silence) I look for: 1. Comfort 2. Lightweight 3. Aesthetics 300 seems to be my current number and I am not happy about that. 400 from the Saucony Guide. I track them here. I think my 220 lbs probably does a bit of a number on shoes that your frame doesn't do, but that is a guess. |
| 2013-08-26 3:17 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 Originally posted by Asalzwed Originally posted by switch Salty, how many miles do you put on a pair of shoes? If not by straight miles, what do you look for? I don't really keep track but I can get a fair amount out of them. I'd say an average of 400-500? (Keep in mind, I tend to wear shoes on the more lightweight/minimal side IE Nike Free 3.0, NB Minimus, Books Pure Connect, Brooks Green Silence) I look for: 1. Comfort 2. Lightweight 3. Aesthetics 300 seems to be my current number and I am not happy about that. 400 from the Saucony Guide. I track them here. I think my 220 lbs probably does a bit of a number on shoes that your frame doesn't do, but that is a guess. oooh, look for as in when to replace? Ha! Sorry... Yeah, it's usually quite clear. My hips/lower back/knees feel it. |
| 2013-08-26 4:08 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Some of yall facebook friends have seen these but for those of you who don't know, I was at Hood to Coast this weekend with PowerBar. Here are some pics! A bar/bike shop in Portland
Haystack Rock at Cannon Beach (hadn't been there since I was a kid)
Running on the beach at Seaside
The finish line goes under the stage
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| 2013-08-26 4:19 PM in reply to: Asalzwed |
Master 4452 | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Felicia, I hope your surgical sites heal up well and quickly. Joanne, sorry to hear about your Marathon, but glad to hear that you should be able to do the 10k. Jo, congrats on the long ride, that is awesome! Chad, I hope your race went well; your friend is lucky to have a friend such as you. Elesa, very cool about your not-for-profit. Sounds like a great cause. Yanti, have you packed your bike? Jen, I really hope it isn't a stress fracture, but if it is, take care of it. Two words: Aqua jogging. Sorry to hear about your other injuries...and I hope your kitty is ok too! I think that catches me up.
Oh. And yes, Janyne, I am $600+ poorer... |
| 2013-08-26 4:21 PM in reply to: TriAya |
Master 3870 | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by TriAya Originally posted by brigby1 Originally posted by 4agoodlife ok...so my bike has had a cateye since I bought it, but it's on the front wheel. Kinda silly for me to leave it there when most of my rides are trainer, right? Any trickiness to moving it to back wheel? Not really. The only question I can think of is if the signal has enough range as it'll be farther away. I know of cateye, but not as familiar with their stuff. Older or more entry level things may not be as strong there, but don't know until you try. It is wireless ... right? Really basic Velo 5. By looks of the cord wrapped around the brake cable, I don't think it's "wireless". |
| 2013-08-26 4:27 PM in reply to: cdban66 |
Royal(PITA) 14270 West Chester, Ohio | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by cdban66 I wandered into the sporting goods store at lunch today to buy goggles. "Hey look, they have running shoes, I must go try some on". No, I didn't walk out with a pair, but I did try on a pair of Brooks Pure Flow's and the Pure Cadence as well. Actually, one on one foot, one on the other at one point, trying to find the difference. I have been considering a lower drop then my current 10 mm. Does anyone have any experience with the Pure line from Brooks? Any info would be appreciated. Hey Chris, I have a pair of Pure Connects, it took me a while to feel comfortable in this shoe. It seems a little narrower than the Pure Flow in the toe box which seems to be a common criticism. I have no problem with them if I wear thinner socks but can't manage to wear them with a thicker sock. I barely notice the change in drop with theses shoes. I also have a pair of Pure Drift which can have a 0 drop if you take the insole out. I like the shoe, but it doesn't seem to be a good match for me these days. I wear them for short and easy runs because I need more cushioning on long runs. Have never tried the Pure Cadence, aren't these phasing out? For a traditional shoe that doesn't feel heavy the Ghost is fantastic.
Yes, I wear all of these.....and the Launch which is due to come back in January. No I am not independently wealthy, I get a pair here and there and just add them into the rotation. |
| 2013-08-26 4:31 PM in reply to: 4agoodlife |
Master 3870 | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Ok...It's a basic Velo 5. I'm looking at the wiring craziness going on around my brake cable. Is it worth it to know about how many miles I'm putting in on the trainer each week? Do I tackle the mess in hopes that it works? It's obviously not wireless, so I'd have to wrap the cord around the top tube. Not digging that idea  (20130826_134027.jpg) Attachments ---------------- 20130826_134027.jpg (59KB - 13 downloads) |
| 2013-08-26 4:58 PM in reply to: bcraht |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by bcraht Felicia, I hope your surgical sites heal up well and quickly. Joanne, sorry to hear about your Marathon, but glad to hear that you should be able to do the 10k. Jo, congrats on the long ride, that is awesome! Chad, I hope your race went well; your friend is lucky to have a friend such as you. Elesa, very cool about your not-for-profit. Sounds like a great cause. Yanti, have you packed your bike? Jen, I really hope it isn't a stress fracture, but if it is, take care of it. Two words: Aqua jogging. Sorry to hear about your other injuries...and I hope your kitty is ok too! I think that catches me up.
Oh. And yes, Janyne, I am $600+ poorer... Yowza! Those things cost $600!?!?!?! I picked the right sport Congrats, and have, uhhh fun |
| 2013-08-26 4:59 PM in reply to: 4agoodlife |
| Master 10208 Northern IL | Subject: RE: Mad Manatee Mentors 2013: CLOSED (exc/ Pop Tart bribes) Originally posted by 4agoodlife Ok...It's a basic Velo 5. I'm looking at the wiring craziness going on around my brake cable. Is it worth it to know about how many miles I'm putting in on the trainer each week? Do I tackle the mess in hopes that it works? It's obviously not wireless, so I'd have to wrap the cord around the top tube. Not digging that idea Any idea if the cable is long enough? Even remotely close? For me it would be worth it, but more to have an idea of the effort than the mileage. Time works quite well for duration. I'm not sure if you're someone who wants to mess with that sort of thing. |
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