Trail running shoes vs. road shoes

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2009-03-17 8:42 AM

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Subject: Trail running shoes vs. road shoes
Hey Gang,

I've been tri'ing and running for a long time, but have never been much of a trail runner. I'm signied up for a 15k trail run on the 28th, but don't have trail specific shoes. Will I be okay in my normal Brooks Addiction or should I spring for the trail specific Brooks Cascadias for this one event?

Thanks in advance to all you trail runners!

2009-03-17 9:19 AM
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Subject: RE: Trail running shoes vs. road shoes
What kind of "trail" is it?  Many trail runs are mostly on relatively level packed dirt where you don't really get much benefit from a trail-specific shoe. 
2009-03-17 10:28 AM
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Subject: RE: Trail running shoes vs. road shoes
not real sure. I haven't run this particular trail. I did, however, call my local Fleet Feet for advice. They told me not to worry getting the trail specific shoes if I don't run the trails frequently. They seemed to think I might even be better off in my Addiction anyway. I'll save the cash!
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