High mileage training shoe
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Jun 2014
12:03pm, 3 Jun 2014
10,388 posts
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ChrisHB
My 9s with 1000 miles are definitely showing signs of wear, but I wouldn't say the tread was much diminished. Nothing like these: Nelly - Thanks for the link to Runners Need. |
Jun 2014
12:56pm, 3 Jun 2014
10,653 posts
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DerbyTup
I've had several pairs of Walshes and they definitely wear in with increased mileage. They're more comfortable wet than dry too 
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Jun 2014
1:34pm, 3 Jun 2014
8,732 posts
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Dvorak
I tend to batter my shoes, but the heavier shoes, in relative terms last a good bit longer. The latest Sauconys I have (Echelon 2) have lasted about 60% longer than my lightishweight NBs. They also feel about 60% heavier (even though they aren't).
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Jun 2014
2:12pm, 18 Jun 2014
185 posts
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Chris
Well I ended up getting a pair of innov8 road-x 233's. I've only done 3 1 mile jogs to ease them in gently. First impressions: I think they will be great for 5k's but I'm not convinced they will suit me for long easy runs (I tend to land quite heavily on my heels). |
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Jul 2014
2:12pm, 10 Jul 2014
193 posts
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Chris
Further update - haven't done many runs in the innov8;s yet as I'm trying to build up slowly. Longest run today though was my 4.2 mile out and back. It was chucking it down and they gave a superb amount of grip, much more than my normal trainer do in the wets. I also managed to knock 16 seconds off my best time on the route so I'm very happy. I'm loving them but my calfs certainly aren't. Do I make the next step and do a 10k race in them in 10 days? |
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Jul 2014
2:13pm, 10 Jul 2014
194 posts
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Chris
I really should proof read my posts before hitting the button
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Jul 2014
3:04pm, 10 Jul 2014
7,391 posts
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Joopsy
If your calfs are aching after 4.2 training runs I would be wary of going full pelt in them for another 2 miles Chris.
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Jul 2014
3:11pm, 10 Jul 2014
195 posts
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Chris
It was 4.2 miles flat out and they were still sore from some intervals on Tuesday so I think 10k is achievable...maybe. I'll have some 5 or 6 miles runs early next week to see how they feel over the distance, albeit a bit easier. |
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Jul 2014
4:40pm, 10 Jul 2014
7,392 posts
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Joopsy
Personally I would but I am a bit odd.
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Jul 2014
10:38pm, 10 Jul 2014
11,348 posts
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Derby Tup
I was out in my 233's tonight. 4 miles or so, mostly tarmac
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