I'm currently looking to get some new lightweight running shoes/racing flats. Some people have suggested shoes such as the Asics Gel DS Racer or Nike Mayfly to me but I wanted to get a wider range of opinion.
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advice neded on new lightweight running shoes
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Wearing road racing shoes is great, it really makes a difference. Up to 10km, the lighter the better, beyond that you may want some cushioning.
They don't last long. Maybe a couple of hundred miles. So keep them for racing.
No recommendations - you have to try to see what fits your own feet. Typically, you get what you pay for, but prices vary massively you can often pick up big reductions on sale racing flats. I have a pair of adiZeros which weigh almost nothing, cost 20 quid (sale) and are almost knackered after about 80 miles of racing.
They don't last long. Maybe a couple of hundred miles. So keep them for racing.
No recommendations - you have to try to see what fits your own feet. Typically, you get what you pay for, but prices vary massively you can often pick up big reductions on sale racing flats. I have a pair of adiZeros which weigh almost nothing, cost 20 quid (sale) and are almost knackered after about 80 miles of racing.
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If you take a neutral shoe then most will be fine. If you overpronate you will probably want some with a bit of support. Go to a running shop - I think there's a good up&running in Nottingham now, opposite Office World with 10% discount for NOC members. Once you know what you need you can look out for cheaper deals online. If I see ones I like cheap i buy a few pairs..
Like Graeme said you definitely need to track your mileage and bin them after about 100 miles. My DS trainers lasted about 200 miles (was using them for speedwork as well as races) but their retiral was overdue. Mayflys are only supposed to last 50k and that's pushing it.
Compared to normal running shoes which last me 300+ miles.
Like Graeme said you definitely need to track your mileage and bin them after about 100 miles. My DS trainers lasted about 200 miles (was using them for speedwork as well as races) but their retiral was overdue. Mayflys are only supposed to last 50k and that's pushing it.
Compared to normal running shoes which last me 300+ miles.
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I have a pair of mayflys which I use for triathlon and urban sprint races. They are amazingly light and feel great to run in, advertised to last for 100km. However I wouldn't advise using them for training as they offer little to no support and with 2 road/track sessions in a week they would last less than 2 months. Relatively cheap at £25-30 but if required for intervals would suggest looking at something like the DS Trainer, still light enough to race in and last a hell of a lot longer.
ps the mayflys do look cool though
ps the mayflys do look cool though
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I'd recommend this years nike zoom elite - it's a cross between a light weight trainer and a racer.
Its the best shoe I've ever had, which is pretty good considering I've got 170 pairs of different trainers in my cupboard.
Its the best shoe I've ever had, which is pretty good considering I've got 170 pairs of different trainers in my cupboard.
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The emphasis should be trying to get a shoe that suits your foot type rather than the one that gets the best reviews.
Each footwear manufacturer (mizuno, nike, adidas, saucony, brooks, asics etc.) have a couple of 'racing shoes' in their range. Some have support, some don't. As Harry says, you need to check if you overpronate/underpronate first to find out whether you need the support and a good running shop will check this for you.
After that, the choice of manufacturer will depend on what your foot shape is like e.g. narrow foot - adidas are good, wide forefoot - asics are good etc.
Most of the manufacturers make good racing shoes so it really depends on your foot shape and structure and movements.
Racing shoes are desgined to last around 250km and should not really be used for distances over 10km (although i have heard of people using them for marathons but they paid for it in pain afterwards!).
Each footwear manufacturer (mizuno, nike, adidas, saucony, brooks, asics etc.) have a couple of 'racing shoes' in their range. Some have support, some don't. As Harry says, you need to check if you overpronate/underpronate first to find out whether you need the support and a good running shop will check this for you.
After that, the choice of manufacturer will depend on what your foot shape is like e.g. narrow foot - adidas are good, wide forefoot - asics are good etc.
Most of the manufacturers make good racing shoes so it really depends on your foot shape and structure and movements.
Racing shoes are desgined to last around 250km and should not really be used for distances over 10km (although i have heard of people using them for marathons but they paid for it in pain afterwards!).
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It really depends what you want them for. If it is just for racing and 5km or less just go for the lightest and most comfortable. If it is for racing 5km up to 10km (even possibly half marathon but only if you are really lookig for peak performance) then look for something with a bit more cushioning and possibly more support if you overpronate. If you want them for faster training, some less serious races and/or half marathon or longer then a light weight trainer rather than a racing flat would probably be best.
light weight flats (up to 5000m) 100-150km mileage
middle weight flats (up 10000m - maybe half?) 200-300km
light weight trainer (fast training plus racing, half mara, mara) ~600km (unless you buy asics which wear out super quick)
light weight flats (up to 5000m) 100-150km mileage
middle weight flats (up 10000m - maybe half?) 200-300km
light weight trainer (fast training plus racing, half mara, mara) ~600km (unless you buy asics which wear out super quick)
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