runners--when do you buy new shoes?

spacecase76

I am just curious when you decide it's *time* to buy new running shoes. I went to a local running store and had them watch my stride and such in April. I think it's time to replace them, but

What are the signs that its time for *you* to buy new running shoes?

KimertRuns13_1

I replace about every 400 miles or every 3/4 months.

sjtreely

400-500 miles.

jillybeanruns

Depends I can usually get 400 out of them. But honestly it's not a mileage thing, it's how they feel. I run in 2 pair, alternate every other run, and by doing that it's easier to feel when one pair needs to be replaced. My current ones that I'm getting replaced this weekend only have 250 miles on them, but I can feel each and every stride in the heel and they're no longer comfortable.

sakus32

It really depends on how much you run and work out. General rule of thumb is 3 - 6 depending on your mileage. High mileage/weekly runs . . . . closer to the three month mark. Lower mileage/less per week . . . . .closer to the six month mark. Your feet and legs will let you know as well, you just need to listen to your body. When you start having aches and pains that you didn't before, it probably your shoes. I was training for a 1/2 marathon in old shoes (dumb) and developed shin splints. Shoes are important for good running health, so don't scrimp on the shoes. The price is worth it

luv2run

I am not very good at replacing my shoes when they tell you to, they say you should be replacing your shoes every 300-500 miles, I dont usually replace mine that often, I usually wait unitl I notice the tread is worn and if my feet start hurting when I am running, For $130 a pair I only replace mine once a year.

Mommawarrior

It is different for everyone. Some runners get 200 miles, others get 500. Keep a mileage log from the very first mile on your new shoes and this will help you later on to know when it is time, you will learn your feet and learn the average mileage you can get.
If your knees, hips, feet, ankles, shins any of these start to hurt when they normally don't, you need new shoes probably. And every time you get new shoes go back to the same store and have them analyze you again, we tend to change over time. Good luck!
And I agree.....PAY THE PRICE FOR GREAT SHOES. YOUR BODY WILL THANK YOU!

spacecase76

see...I have a nice pair of Nikes. I noticed this week that the tread is almost gone. Over the last...2 weeks or so, my ankles have started bothering me after my runs, and one of my knees bothers me (just a little) during my run, and I think I am starting to get shin splints.

I'm just cheap. $135 for another pair of running shoes is scary, lol. Especially after I just did that 5 months ago.

I am not a long-distance runner. I go 2+ miles a run, generally 2-3 days a week, and I also walk in them on my lunch break, also around 2 miles 2-3 days a week...yeah, I guess that mileage is getting up there when I add in my walking...NVM...lol

jillybeanruns

Go get re-fitted and evaluate your options because I assure you can get cheaper shoes! I've never paid more than $100 for a pair of shoes. I think Nikes are crap in terms of running shoes, and in my experience, don't last well. I would tell you to look at Asics, Brooks and Mizunos once they re-assess your gait. I get a new pair of shoes about every 2-3 months, but it's nice to always have one nicely "broken in" pair of shoes that you run in. My Brooks have 249 miles on them and my Asics have 130 miles on them. By the time my marathon comes around, the new shoes I'm about to get will have enough miles on them that I'll be confident running in them and I won't have any pain!

tebumgarner

I will start getting little aches in knees or ankles and I know i need to switch. I give myself plenty of time to break them in before I'll use them for a long run. I'll check the treads to see how they are worn down. After reading Born to Run, I don't put as much emphasis on my shoes, and it seems to be working okay for me.

sjtreely

I'm just cheap. $135 for another pair of running shoes is scary, lol. Especially after I just did that 5 months ago.

I get what you're saying, but it's still one of the cheapest forms of exercise. Less than a dollar a day. Good shoes are a great bang for your buck and well worth the investment. You're worth it!