Favorite brand of running shoes?

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  • BlueBombers
    BlueBombers Posts: 4,064 Member
    I used to buy Asics and loved them but always had knee issues. I bought a pair of Rebook Zlig light and my knee issues went away.

    Getting ready to try the latest Zig light and see how does work out.

    Same here, love my Reebok ZigLites :) Great running shoe!

    Glad I am not the only runner not using the other favorite brands :) I was shocked of how good they turned out to be. Do you have the latest pair?

    I don't think they are the latest...ZigLite Electrify
  • Ajaxrunner
    Ajaxrunner Posts: 3
    my favourite brand is whatever brand I am running in at the moment. Usually have 3 or 4 different pairs going. Depends on terrain, length of run and whether it is a race or training.

    Go to a dedicated running store and go through the process. It is all trial and error, no one company is "better" they just all fit a little better.

    Scientific evidence now suggest that barefoot running (Or even minimalist shoes) offers no direct benefit and tends to injure a higher percentage of runners. If you do go that route, start very very slow and very very low mileage and very very slowly build from there. You will be placing significant stress on your achilleas tendent.
  • HeyGoRun
    HeyGoRun Posts: 550 Member
    K-SWISS TUBES are the BEST!!!:heart::heart:
  • navyrigger46
    navyrigger46 Posts: 1,301 Member
    Hoka, It's not even close.

    Rigger
  • hararayne
    hararayne Posts: 261 Member
    Merrell Pace Glove. Looking forward to buying the Pace Glove 2 once I save up a bit!
  • iheartmy1dog
    iheartmy1dog Posts: 207
    Saucony! :)
  • jmc0806
    jmc0806 Posts: 1,444 Member
    I own 3 pairs of Brooks, so I'd say them
  • ktliu
    ktliu Posts: 334 Member
    Asics Keano
  • TheRealParisLove
    TheRealParisLove Posts: 1,907 Member
    Nike, but they do come from my home town. :smile:
  • dkewatson
    dkewatson Posts: 1,415 Member
    Vibram Five Fingers (even though you have to work up to being comfortable running in them) otherwise I love Merrall Bare Access 2
    http://www.zappos.com/merrell-bare-access-2-sulphur-springs?zfcTest=fcl:0
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
    Hands down Saucony for me.

    I've tried a few other brands - absolutely detest Asics (which from what I understand is not uncommon for people who prefer Asics to hate Saucony and vice versa). My last pair were Mizunos. I liked them but still prefer Saucony.

    As for the minimalist shoes, I would really love to use them but I just can't. I need a corrective shoe.
  • guessrs
    guessrs Posts: 358 Member
    New Balance 880 v3 , they are wide, well cushioned and so comfy. Best shoes ever.
  • pseudomuffin
    pseudomuffin Posts: 1,058 Member
    I've always loves my Sketchers, my feet are a bit wide and they seem to fit the best
  • KeithAngilly
    KeithAngilly Posts: 575 Member
    Saucony Virratta's. And for a truly minimal feel, Merrell vapors
  • aarar
    aarar Posts: 684 Member
    I love my Asics Gel Cumulus
  • Gianna44
    Gianna44 Posts: 124
    I have really wide feet, so I find that the Nike toe box is too narrow. I like Saucony or Asics 'cuz they don't crush my toes.

    Same reason I don't do Nike but love Saucony.
  • Otrogen
    Otrogen Posts: 65
    Asics all the way xD. I got a pair of cheapy ones from a friend as a sort of "Oh I heard you're a runner, have a gift!" thing, and I liked them enough to seek out properly fitted ones in the correct size. I use the Kayano 19s in wide width and they are roomy and comfy and I love them!

    I am totally willing to try out Brooks and Mizuno, but until I need a new pair of shoes and they no longer make the Kayanos the way I like them, I'll stick to these.
  • jcdoerr
    jcdoerr Posts: 172 Member
    Love my Newton's!!! Was a bit skeptical at first but after getting fitted at the running store that's what they recommended. Now I can't imagine running in anything else.
  • Kimbee1974
    Kimbee1974 Posts: 6
    Asics all the way! Gel kinetic or Gel Kayano! I've had nike and addias and they were no comparison!!
  • ryanherbert
    ryanherbert Posts: 79 Member
    The brand doesn't matter, the fit does. Go to a podiatrist and get your shoe fitted to match your gait.
  • Escape_Artist
    Escape_Artist Posts: 1,155 Member
    Vibram FiveFingers :drinker:
  • Cruxthemystic
    Cruxthemystic Posts: 149 Member
    Love my Ascis Nimbus for long runs. Have a pair of Ascis NEO 33 that I use for short runs and hill work.
  • mlogantra76
    mlogantra76 Posts: 334 Member
    I thought I loved New Balance until 6 months ago when I realized the pair I was wearing hurt my feet as I have feet "issues." I found Saucony and love them! So comfortable to run in. I'm definitely hooked. I didn't know what comfortable shoes were until I found Saucony. I like Saucony because they are plenty wide and I order a wide on top of that to accomodate my bunions. I remember wearing my New Balance last January when I would walk for a few miles. Every step caused me to say "Ow." Now, I only experience pain after several miles and its light.
  • Daisy471
    Daisy471 Posts: 409 Member
    I ran in Asics for a long time, but the last time I went to get fitted I ended up with the Brooks Ghost. I REALLY like them, and plan on getting another pair when these wear out. I do have a pair of Asics trail shoes with only a few miles on them and will probably go back to them this winter (I prefer trail shoes for snow covered roads).
  • olymp1a
    olymp1a Posts: 1,766 Member
    I love, love, LOVE New Balance!!! I just bought a new pair of 890v3!!!
  • i_am_asparagus
    i_am_asparagus Posts: 336 Member
    I always try lots of shoes and end up with Asics.
  • KristiRTT
    KristiRTT Posts: 346 Member
    Brooks Ravenna's!

    These!!! I LOVE my Ravenna 4s!
  • mommytoaiden
    mommytoaiden Posts: 75 Member
    I have a pair of New Balance 890v2 and Saucony Kinvara 3. I love them both.
    I wouldn't say that all shoes of the same brand are created equal though. i donated a pair of New Balances because they just didn't feel right on my foot.
    I open to trying all shoes as long as they fit in my budget.
  • nexangelus
    nexangelus Posts: 2,080 Member
    Love my vibram five fingers have four pairs...I also run completely barefoot when I can. (had the chance to at the beach on holiday recently, it was lush!)
  • Lyerin
    Lyerin Posts: 818 Member
    Brooks, Brooks, Brooks.

    I have the Adrenaline GTS 13s and they are so so so awesome. I love them so much.

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