Best Running Shoes?!?!?!?!?!

AwesomePossum82
AwesomePossum82 Posts: 93
in Fitness and Exercise
I currently have the Asics Gel Kayano 16. I am in love with them, however they NO LONGER sell them in my size :( I'm looking into the updated versions 17 & 18. I love that they are light weight and great for my high arches. They feel like a sock in a way. Any other suggestions on good running shoes? Also does anyone own Gel 17 or 18 (Likes and Dislikes)?

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  • Kei801
    Kei801 Posts: 21 Member
    I wear Asics Nimbus 13... I find it just perfect lol
    But all of the Asics running shoes are great... I wouldn'd trade my Asics for any other shoes.
  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    What size? Amazon has some.

    http://www.amazon.com/ASICS-Womens-GEL-Kayano-Running-Shoe/dp/B002EQA4P4

    Other places too. Use the Google. Seek and ye shall find. :)
  • camrunner
    camrunner Posts: 363
    You should probably go to a specialized running store. I think it's one of the smartest things I've done. Everybody's going to have a different opinion as to the best shoe (personally I'm a Newton fan) but a good running store will probably be the closest you'll get to an objective opinion.
  • melanielockard
    melanielockard Posts: 114 Member
    i have the gt2170, love them, but i have flat feet, i went to the asics website the other day and you can put in what kind of foot you have and they will match the shoe. good luck!!
  • SavCal71
    SavCal71 Posts: 350 Member
    There is no "best shoe" there is only "best shoe for you". I wear Brooks Adrenaline GTS. Next time I get shoes (this is like my 6th pair of Brooks) I'll probably get refitted to make sure that's still the shoe I need.
  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    i have a pair of asics gel duomax. they are OK. i bought them because at the time i was still doing a lot of walking during my runs and i needed the support. i dont really need the support when i run because I land on my forefoot

    my next pair of running shoes will be brooks pureconnect. it's a nice mix of minimalist style i need for my runs and the cushioning i need for when i walk. once i can completely run my loop without stopping i'll switch to a completely minimalist/barefoot style
  • pastryari
    pastryari Posts: 8,646 Member
    I wear Nike Free Runs.
  • lauleipop
    lauleipop Posts: 260 Member
    I have very high arches and run in Saucony Kinvara (classified as minimalist, but they really aren't) or Merrell PaceGloves (actually minimalist). I love them both.
  • AwesomePossum82
    AwesomePossum82 Posts: 93
    I'm an 8.5. I can't find them in my size.....in gel 16.
    What size? Amazon has some.

    http://www.amazon.com/ASICS-Womens-GEL-Kayano-Running-Shoe/dp/B002EQA4P4

    Other places too. Use the Google. Seek and ye shall find. :)
  • mrincredible93
    mrincredible93 Posts: 146
    Newton's are awesome but expensive...High end, high tech...used frequently by tri-athletes.
  • bonsaiblossom
    bonsaiblossom Posts: 133 Member
    new balance minimus works great for me but my next pair will probably be a nike so i can have a cushy run when im in the mood.
  • AwesomePossum82
    AwesomePossum82 Posts: 93
    I've been fitted. The shoe that I have is what was suggested. I just want to know what everyone likes :). Maybe it will give me others to choose from that I wouldn't have thought about before.
    You should probably go to a specialized running store. I think it's one of the smartest things I've done. Everybody's going to have a different opinion as to the best shoe (personally I'm a Newton fan) but a good running store will probably be the closest you'll get to an objective opinion.
  • DrBorkBork
    DrBorkBork Posts: 4,099 Member
    Vibrams.

    That is all.

    (I'd marry mine if I could)
  • ashlinmarie
    ashlinmarie Posts: 1,263 Member
    I've been fitted. The shoe that I have is what was suggested. I just want to know what everyone likes :). Maybe it will give me others to choose from that I wouldn't have thought about before.
    You should probably go to a specialized running store. I think it's one of the smartest things I've done. Everybody's going to have a different opinion as to the best shoe (personally I'm a Newton fan) but a good running store will probably be the closest you'll get to an objective opinion.

    I have New Balance that I love, but you definitely should consider being refitted.
  • bsix3
    bsix3 Posts: 291
    Vibrams! This country boy luvs'em.
  • jhardenbergh
    jhardenbergh Posts: 1,035 Member
    I have flat and wide feet, I wear Brooks Beast. But if you can't find anything in your size in the shoe you like, I echo what some others have said and look online or get refitted at a running shoe store
  • Katahna
    Katahna Posts: 326 Member
    Find a Shoe clinic, they assess the different places of pressure your feet have when walking and running, then they tailor a shoe sole just for you!
  • KBrenOH
    KBrenOH Posts: 704 Member
    Even though you've been fitted, I'd still go back and get re-fitted. How long ago was it (sorry if you've already answered this).

    Having said that, I have Asics though I'm not sure which model. And I'm due for a new pair; I've managed to make these last a year but really starting to feel those jogs. I love them though.
  • rmarshalla
    rmarshalla Posts: 103 Member
    Like stated above- there is no "best shoe" just the best shoe for YOUR foot/body.

    I'd go to a running store if I were you; get fitted.

    They'll look at your running gate and your foot and such and be able to help you find something that will actually aid and help your specific run and support you where you need it.

    I've had all sorts over the years.
    I currently use Brooks Defyance and LOVE them like no other <3<3<3
    but there are many good running shoes :).
    Good luck!
  • CyberEd312
    CyberEd312 Posts: 3,536 Member
    Vibrams! This country boy luvs'em.

    Agreed!! I Love my Komodosport LS hard to go back to regular shoes afterwards...
  • BackTatJIM
    BackTatJIM Posts: 1,140 Member
    best running shoes = no shoes at all, barefoot !! or maybe minimalist running shoes such as vibram fivefingers


    <<<did i hear vibrams?? spyridon ls here
  • kaervaak
    kaervaak Posts: 274 Member
    I have a pair of Altra Instincts that I really like. They have a nice wide toe box and no heel drop. They've really helped with my calf and knee soreness after running since now I can absorb impact with the tendons and arch of my feet instead of everything with my knees and calves.
  • workkoutchick96
    workkoutchick96 Posts: 145
    Nike Free Run 2.0!! lightweight and comfy :)
  • dad106
    dad106 Posts: 4,868 Member
    Another vote for NIke Free Run.

    I bought these on a whim and have been using them for my couch to 5K program.. and they are absolutely wonderful.

    Tried running in Nike Shoxx and those things are awful for running!
  • 2manyhats
    2manyhats Posts: 1,190 Member
    I wear Vibrums ALWAYS! Even have pretty ones for work. I don't know that I could ever go back to wearing any other kind of shoe, ever. I don;t "run" a whole lot, but I am working on it though and they haven't let me down yet.
  • caro1275
    caro1275 Posts: 198 Member
    Nike Free Run 2.0!! lightweight and comfy :)

    YES, YES, YES!!! Another vote from me. Like running on air! Amazing.

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