How often do you replace your running shoes?

maurizio13 SG

I normally replace my running shoes every 1 to 1.5 years, because I feel that the rubber compound in the shoe changes it's properties after that time. Sure enough this year I used my running shoes for 2 years, injured my ankles, I think it's because of the changes in the rubber compound in the shoes.

I normally run with Asics Kayano series, but this year I was adventurous and slightly richer and decided to try Asics Kinsei 2. After using my new shoes for 2 runs, I find that I can run better. Perhaps it's psychological, I don't know, but it sure feels like the shoes are absorbing the shocks from the roads much better.

1) What brand and model of running shoes do you guys/gals use?

2) How often do you replace your running shoes?

saline SG

1) ASICS DS Trainer, SAF Brooks, FILA (forgot model name).

2) i rotate between my running shoes, but i'll change them after i notice that the soles are not as "soft" as before and that the thread marks are disappearing.

deathmaster SG

brooks running shoes are very good. they are very light.

i change my shoes every year. (so far, all my shoes fall to pieces by around 9-10 months of usage. i.e. the soles coming off, holes, etc.)

eagle SG

I just use SAF running shoes...

maurizio13 SG

I just use SAF running shoes...

I have never used SAF running shoes before.

During BMT used Nike for running, but I developed a preference for Asics as years go by.

eagle SG

cuz I cheapo de mah... dun wan spend so much $$

me is poor :(

maurizio13 SG

I just use SAF running shoes...

SAF running shoes also not bad, but how often do you change it?

You must have ORDed quite a few years already. The pair you ORDed with must be at least 2.5 years old now. No need to change to a new pair? The cushioning has no problems?

purpledragon84 SG

depend on how often u run la.. u run 3 4 times a week, half a yr, 1 yr must change liao.. if not can still tahan up to 1.5 or 2 yrs no..?

for me brooks and asics la..not the SAF brooks.. some of the lighter brooks nice..

eagle SG

SAF running shoes also not bad, but how often do you change it?

You must have ORDed quite a few years already. The pair you ORDed with must be at least 2.5 years old now. No need to change to a new pair? The cushioning has no problems?

Before ORD, I had sufficient credit to buy 3 more pairs... heh...

Then 1 year 1 pair lor.... But I think hv to change liao... Going to order via online emart soon...

Agenda SG

i just bought a new pair of NB 768.

maurizio13 SG

i just bought a new pair of NB 768.

Never use NB before in my life.

How much is it?

Is it for over or under pronators?

Agenda SG

Never use NB before in my life.

How much is it?

Is it for over or under pronators?

usual price is $155, got it through bulk order for $93. not sure about pronators, but its meant for stability. the person say i tend to slap my foot when i land. he initially suggested a 1223 but it was too expensive so I got the 768 instead.

soleachip SG

new balance is no longer in? i prefer those designed with neon strips. handy and safe for running and walking about in complete darkness before daylight. prolly 120 or so can get a good pair.

for me every 2 years. i don't even run, just use it for work and walkabouts perhaps thrice a week for a whole day. machine wash twice a year.

i remember a survey done on running shoes a year back.

users were given running shoes without a brand over a period of time. between the ones within 40 bucks price range to renowned brands such as nike and asics, there's no difference in wear and tear + comfort.

verdict = consumers are paying a tidy sum for branding

those sports label could not be reached for comments.

maurizio13 SG

if you managed to get it through bulk order, it's quite cheap.

i normally go over to Queensway.