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Originally posted by Y2KSVT:
Originally posted by effblooC2:
I have personally always done well with New Balance.
You can get them at Kohls for around $40-60 depending on when you hit the sales and which ones you go with.
New Balance FTW!! I picked up my last pair at Dick's Sporting Goods for I think $29 on clearance. I've had a few pairs of NB's and they've always been lighter, and more comfortable than my Nike's & Adidas running shoes.
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agreed! i don't run, but if i did i would get some new balance. i wear their tennis shoes/sneakers daily and they ROCK!
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Another vote for Asics Gel.
I'm around 200 lbs, and I used to always have knee issues (PFM). I've learned not to skimp on shoes. I asked for advice from my running friends a while back and they pointed me to shoe finder. You, like me, will want something with a lot of shock protection. You'll care about this more than things like the shoe's weight.
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saucony's are the best for running, and Nike Shox
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Originally posted by effblooC2:
I have personally always done well with New Balance.
You can get them at Kohls for around $40-60 depending on when you hit the sales and which ones you go with.
new balance all the way 
and they have some decent pairs at kohls-- i just bought probably my tenth pair of new balances not too long ago at running fit for 54.99-- the nice gray 574's
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The one and only way you're going to find a good shoe that matches up to what you need is to go into your local running shoe store. We have Runner's Roost around here, I'm not sure what there is in other states. They will talk with you about what distance/style/purpose you want out of your shoe, then analyze your stride, your foot position, your weight(which makes a HUGE difference when selecting a shoe) and other factors. THEN they will find a few that fit your needs, let you try them all on then decide what shoe is right for you. If you're serious about running and getting in shape, you should be able to pick up some good shoes anywhere from 70-120, but these are essentially the only "workout" tools you'll need for the next 6-8 months, so do yourself a favor and get the right ones so that you're not hurting yourself or holding yourself back. My .02 cents, and I do ALOT of running. I'm no track sprinter, but for my type of needs, it's a bit of speed and a whole lot of endurance.
To summarize, get to a store that specifies in running shoes/athletic gear and get someone who knows their ish. Then pick a shoe on what feels right. Each brand has different characteristics so a brand that someone recommends might feel good for your wide feet, but you might try on a diff. brand that feels perfect. Case in point, my wide feet feel a WHOLE lot better in a Brooks than they ever did in NB, which I found out a long time after I was a huge NB fan. Now I love my Brooks.
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Originally posted by Pimpalicious316:
Originally posted by Y2KSVT:
Originally posted by effblooC2:
I have personally always done well with New Balance.
You can get them at Kohls for around $40-60 depending on when you hit the sales and which ones you go with.
New Balance FTW!! I picked up my last pair at Dick's Sporting Goods for I think $29 on clearance. I've had a few pairs of NB's and they've always been lighter, and more comfortable than my Nike's & Adidas running shoes.
Mark
agreed! i don't run, but if i did i would get some new balance. i wear their tennis shoes/sneakers daily and they ROCK!
~Andrew
I third that (can I do that?)...
I suggest picking up the lightest shoes that offer the support you need.
I've seen this display that shows what kind of shoes you need if you have a flat arch, normal arch, or a high arch.
Then there's this chart I just came across:
Even shows you how to lace your shoes for a better fit.
And when you do pick a pair of shoes, they have a shoe care list to follow:
1) Use your shoes only for their intended purpose. We make a full line of shoes for running, aerobics, basketball, tennis, hiking, and walking.
2) Clean your shoes with mild detergents and cool water. We don't recommend putting your shoes in the washing machine.
3) Dry your shoes by removing their inserts and allowing them to air dry. Packing them with crumpled newspaper will help them retain their shape.
4) A suede brush will help keep the outside surfaces of your shoes clean.
5) Keep your shoes away from extreme heat, such as radiators and dryers.
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I also suggest New Balance. My last 2 pair have been NB and they have been great! I have heard good things about Asics as well, but have not dared to stray from what as worked for me.
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Originally posted by cruises8:
I also suggest New Balance. My last 2 pair have been NB and they have been great! I have heard good things about Asics as well, but have not dared to stray from what as worked for me.
btw, this guy has lost some weight over the years and is lookin hawt!
we've been wondering what his secret was. 
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Originally posted by effblooC2:
btw, this guy has lost some weight over the years and is lookin hawt!
we've been wondering what his secret was.
Heh, thats good to know. 
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i will only use Brooks running from now on. i switched during marathon training and i am glad i did. extremely comfortable and well built. my Brooks shoes have about 350 miles on them since December, including 2 half-marathons and the Boston Marathon. i'm due for a new pair, and these are highly recommended.
i would also recommend going to a shop that video tapes your stride to determine if you need different sole compounds. sounds like overkill at first, but it makes a world of difference and makes running easier.
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