The answer will vary quite a bit by individual, your feet shape and how you stand/walk. I recommend a couple of things:
1) going to a good running shoe store to at least have them look at your feet and tell you if you pronate or supinate or need more of a stability shoe, etc. Try on a few and see if there's anything you like.
2) Go to a site like Runrepeat[runrepeat.com]and see what it says about those shoes. Look at thinks like the weight, the thickness of the insoles, the stack height and the drop height. You'll learn a bit about the factors that make a shoe right for you. That can help you narrow down the search for similar shoes.
3) if you have a pair of old shoes that you love, look that model up to see what its specs are, for the same reason.
4) Order a few pairs from a site like Amazon or Zappos that has a liberal return policy. Wear them all day (inside the house, of course) to make sure you like them.
5) When you find what you like, set up alerts on Amazon and Slickdeals, then grab several pair when the price drops. The frustrating thing about shoes is that they change the models every year. So if you find something you like, buy them up.
6) Rotate them and wear them all. Shoes that sit in a closet can disintegrate as the polypropylene dries out..
If you have a local running store, just stop at step #1 and buy the shoes they recommend. If you are new, then that is the way to go. I went from nothing to marathon without a blister because I listened to smart people. Support your local store and buy the shoes they say.
If everybody goes to their store but buys from Amazon, that store will be gone soon.
If you don't live near a city with a running store then sure try an educated guess and make Amazon returns.
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Some good prices here, though limited sizes make it YMMV. The clearance sales on these 2023 models are appearing in more places. I've seen some similar prices from Amazon merchants (depends on model/size), and if you have the Amazon credit card you get another 5% there. Worth checking first, and maybe setting a price alert.
Some good prices here, though limited sizes make it YMMV. The clearance sales on these 2023 models are appearing in more places. I've seen some similar prices from Amazon merchants (depends on model/size), and if you have the Amazon credit card you get another 5% there. Worth checking first, and maybe setting a price alert.
Good call, Amazon had the omni wide in the size I needed and only for $62 but this vendor did not have it
Saucony is a good shoe but their sizes are hit and miss. A fuller number say 10 can be too big, and half say 9.5 too tight…. Found it easier to get the right size in other brands where there was clear difference and easy decision even at half sizes. I went with a half smaller thinking it will slightly expand/ relax over time but should have gone with the half num larger. Alas, Hindsight is 20/20….Mind you, it could just be my experience & ymmv.
Saucony is a good shoe but their sizes are hit and miss. A fuller number say 10 can be too big, and half say 9.5 too tight…. Found it easier to get the right size in other brands where there was clear difference and easy decision even at half sizes. I went with a half smaller thinking it will slightly expand/ relax over time but should have gone with the half num larger. Alas, Hindsight is 20/20….Mind you, it could just be my experience & ymmv.
Runners tend to mitigate these differences with socks..different thicknesses. Eg. too tight, wear with thin socks....too big, wear extra cushion Thorlo's. If they don't fit your sock collection, then send'em back. Saucony is always a half size UP when I order. Foot measures 9.5, so I buy 10's and use Thorlo's for a perfect fit.
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I do a lot of walking at my work. Are there any pros who could recommend a model with the best comfort for concrete walking?
The answer will vary quite a bit by individual, your feet shape and how you stand/walk. I recommend a couple of things:
1) going to a good running shoe store to at least have them look at your feet and tell you if you pronate or supinate or need more of a stability shoe, etc. Try on a few and see if there's anything you like.
2) Go to a site like Runrepeat[runrepeat.com]and see what it says about those shoes. Look at thinks like the weight, the thickness of the insoles, the stack height and the drop height. You'll learn a bit about the factors that make a shoe right for you. That can help you narrow down the search for similar shoes.
3) if you have a pair of old shoes that you love, look that model up to see what its specs are, for the same reason.
4) Order a few pairs from a site like Amazon or Zappos that has a liberal return policy. Wear them all day (inside the house, of course) to make sure you like them.
5) When you find what you like, set up alerts on Amazon and Slickdeals, then grab several pair when the price drops. The frustrating thing about shoes is that they change the models every year. So if you find something you like, buy them up.
6) Rotate them and wear them all. Shoes that sit in a closet can disintegrate as the polypropylene dries out..
The answer will vary quite a bit by individual, your feet shape and how you stand/walk. I recommend a couple of things:
1) going to a good running shoe store to at least have them look at your feet and tell you if you pronate or supinate or need more of a stability shoe, etc. Try on a few and see if there's anything you like.
2) Go to a site like Runrepeat[runrepeat.com]and see what it says about those shoes. Look at thinks like the weight, the thickness of the insoles, the stack height and the drop height. You'll learn a bit about the factors that make a shoe right for you. That can help you narrow down the search for similar shoes.
3) if you have a pair of old shoes that you love, look that model up to see what its specs are, for the same reason.
4) Order a few pairs from a site like Amazon or Zappos that has a liberal return policy. Wear them all day (inside the house, of course) to make sure you like them.
5) When you find what you like, set up alerts on Amazon and Slickdeals, then grab several pair when the price drops. The frustrating thing about shoes is that they change the models every year. So if you find something you like, buy them up.
6) Rotate them and wear them all. Shoes that sit in a closet can disintegrate as the polypropylene dries out..
If you have a local running store, just stop at step #1 and buy the shoes they recommend. If you are new, then that is the way to go. I went from nothing to marathon without a blister because I listened to smart people. Support your local store and buy the shoes they say.
If everybody goes to their store but buys from Amazon, that store will be gone soon.
If you don't live near a city with a running store then sure try an educated guess and make Amazon returns.
I have triumph 21 and really like it but imo it's not for training(only if you want to reduce pressure on your joints) , rather race or walk. They are cool and pushing you to run faster (about 2 mins faster for mile for me, light to moderate running)
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1) going to a good running shoe store to at least have them look at your feet and tell you if you pronate or supinate or need more of a stability shoe, etc. Try on a few and see if there's anything you like.
2) Go to a site like Runrepeat [runrepeat.com]and see what it says about those shoes. Look at thinks like the weight, the thickness of the insoles, the stack height and the drop height. You'll learn a bit about the factors that make a shoe right for you. That can help you narrow down the search for similar shoes.
3) if you have a pair of old shoes that you love, look that model up to see what its specs are, for the same reason.
4) Order a few pairs from a site like Amazon or Zappos that has a liberal return policy. Wear them all day (inside the house, of course) to make sure you like them.
5) When you find what you like, set up alerts on Amazon and Slickdeals, then grab several pair when the price drops. The frustrating thing about shoes is that they change the models every year. So if you find something you like, buy them up.
6) Rotate them and wear them all. Shoes that sit in a closet can disintegrate as the polypropylene dries out..
If everybody goes to their store but buys from Amazon, that store will be gone soon.
If you don't live near a city with a running store then sure try an educated guess and make Amazon returns.
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Buyers note that return shipping is not free whereas it is for Saucony.
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REI anniversary sale have speed 3 on sale around $120 right now and other sauconys at discount
Max Cushion https://thorlo.com/collections/ru...9439569965
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1) going to a good running shoe store to at least have them look at your feet and tell you if you pronate or supinate or need more of a stability shoe, etc. Try on a few and see if there's anything you like.
2) Go to a site like Runrepeat [runrepeat.com]and see what it says about those shoes. Look at thinks like the weight, the thickness of the insoles, the stack height and the drop height. You'll learn a bit about the factors that make a shoe right for you. That can help you narrow down the search for similar shoes.
3) if you have a pair of old shoes that you love, look that model up to see what its specs are, for the same reason.
4) Order a few pairs from a site like Amazon or Zappos that has a liberal return policy. Wear them all day (inside the house, of course) to make sure you like them.
5) When you find what you like, set up alerts on Amazon and Slickdeals, then grab several pair when the price drops. The frustrating thing about shoes is that they change the models every year. So if you find something you like, buy them up.
6) Rotate them and wear them all. Shoes that sit in a closet can disintegrate as the polypropylene dries out..
1) going to a good running shoe store to at least have them look at your feet and tell you if you pronate or supinate or need more of a stability shoe, etc. Try on a few and see if there's anything you like.
2) Go to a site like Runrepeat [runrepeat.com]and see what it says about those shoes. Look at thinks like the weight, the thickness of the insoles, the stack height and the drop height. You'll learn a bit about the factors that make a shoe right for you. That can help you narrow down the search for similar shoes.
3) if you have a pair of old shoes that you love, look that model up to see what its specs are, for the same reason.
4) Order a few pairs from a site like Amazon or Zappos that has a liberal return policy. Wear them all day (inside the house, of course) to make sure you like them.
5) When you find what you like, set up alerts on Amazon and Slickdeals, then grab several pair when the price drops. The frustrating thing about shoes is that they change the models every year. So if you find something you like, buy them up.
6) Rotate them and wear them all. Shoes that sit in a closet can disintegrate as the polypropylene dries out..
If everybody goes to their store but buys from Amazon, that store will be gone soon.
If you don't live near a city with a running store then sure try an educated guess and make Amazon returns.