<p>Alright..for all of you experienced, hard-core runners out there, what shoe do you recommend is the best for running long distance, up & down hills, etc? I'm looking for comfort, but something light-weight. When I ran last year, my arches hurt after a while..and I had to use arch pads. So comfort is a must. If you have any suggestions for running shoes for any occasion, that'd be fine too. And if you know the price, company name, etc, that's good too. </p>
<p>I'm just looking for a lot of ideas now, so it doesn't really matter if the shoe is made for men or women, but I suppose I'd prefer a woman shoe. But if you know a thing or two about shoes, whatever kind they are, by all means post. I'm trying to compare brand names too..so I can make sure my money isn't wasted. </p>
<p>Oh, have any of you seen the new adidas_1, the "World's First Intelligent Shoe" ? What do you think of it?</p>
<p>I would just recommend with going what feels best. Go and try on what fits you best. What works for me may not work for you. I don't think you'll go wrong with any of the top brands, nike, adidas, nb, etc. They're all great shoes, just see what fits you.</p>
<p>I've heard of the adidas_1, but I've never tried it. Frankly, 250$ or whatever for a shoe thats going to last me a few months seems a bit pricey, and i doubt it'll help that much. Then again, who knows, those engines in the soles just may help :-p.</p>
<p>Thanks sentient! I was looking at some shoes online, and since there aren't many stores around here, I was seriously contemplating whether I should buy some sneakers. But they're really expensive..and you're right, trying shoes on is the best way to go. </p>
<p>Wow..250 bucks..it's a lot, I didn't know the price before. I just saw the features. It looks really cool though, I'd love to just try them on at least.</p>
<p>I have Adidas Supernovas right now and I really like them. I like a lot of comfort and cushioning in my shoes, so idk but you might want to check those out. I've also heard New Balance are good for running. Nike also has a cool thing on their shoe boxes where they rate the cushioning, support, etc. of the shoe compared to their other shoes. I found this really helpful when searching but ultimatley the Adidas were $20 (Clearance at Sports Authority) and the Nikes were 80-90. </p>
<p>Also, if you've had problems with support before you might want to go to a specialty running store. If you bring your old running shoes they can analyze your running style and watch you walk to see if you need more support, cushioning, etc. I found the running stores are good to go to to get your first good pair and then you can just buy the same model if you ever see it on sale later.</p>
<p>Have fun running and shoeshopping!</p>
<p>i have only had one pair of pumas, but they were the most comfortable shoe i've ever worn.</p>
<p>I've always liked Mizuno shoes. They're really confortable, but at the same time really light. And after expermenting with them, the lighter weight seemed to help out a lot.</p>
<p>Thanks for all the tips, keep them coming :) I'm looking into all of these shoes you all are suggesting. </p>
<p>That's what I wore actually..a thin, new Balance sneaker. The seller at Foot Locker told me they were supposed to be "tight" on your foot. So I bought em. And that may be why my arches hurt after a lot of running. It put too much stress on my foot cuz I don't think my feet could move around very much. But they were light for sure. Just not very comfortable.</p>
<p>I REALLY recommend you go to a store where they let you try the shoes out by running up and own the block a couple of times. You never know what a shoe will be like for running until you RUN in it. Also, It would be even more helpful if the clerks at the store were knowledgeable and able to analyze your stride to help you with the choice. The right shoe for someone whose foot rolls inward slightly on each stride is not the same as for one whose fool rolls slightly the opposite way. How much cushioning you need, how much motion control, etc are all important considerations.</p>
<p>I've been running for years in Adidas, but the best shoe for you could be different.</p>
<p>If you must order on-line, I'd recommend RoadRunner Sports, since they have a generous return policy for shoes that you don't like.</p>
<p>Good luck</p>
<p>I've got a pair of Mizuno Wave Creations, which are alright. I have recurring shin splints due to the fact that my calf muscles are too large and pull too much on whatever that bone is (I can't remember Bio). I've only had these shin splints since I've had orthotics, and so I'm going to get rid of the orthotics and try running in Wave Creations and some new Nike Free 5.0's that I ordered. I'll post again in about a week.</p>
<p>I love comfortale shoes with a lot of support also. I ran cross-country for four years and i loved aisics. I had the 1070s, then 1080s, and 1090s. Best running shoes ever. I don't know what the new model is called. They might not be as light as you might like though.</p>
<p>I had some Asics 1090s before my Wave Creations, and I've got to say if you can afford the Wave Creations, go with them.</p>
<p>Thanks again for the tips. I heard good things about the Asics too. I'll check out the Wave Creations. I don't have to buy the sneakers online, but some shoes still look promising on the monitor.</p>
<p>Get SANDALS</p>
<p>I run track with sandals
the reallyyy reallyyy thin ones, that's like cloth
and u wrap it around ur foot</p>
<p>and Fly.</p>
<p>I've heard Nike Shoxx are nice but it was my rich lawyer cousin that recommended them so yeah I havent even tried to check the price. Running with Sandals sounds awful. The chafing? oh man</p>
<p>it sounds like you need something with a lot of support, but still lightweight. i used mizuno's last season and really liked them. they were still pretty light, even when i had my orthodics in them, so any support you put in them won't weigh them down as much as other shoes. i'm thinking i paid $80-$90 for them, but i really don't remember.</p>
<p>you should definetely go to a shoe store, though, and make sure it's one that specializies in shoes for runners--not just any place at the mall. there's a really great running shoe store where i am--everyone who works there is a runner and they'll have you walk around to analyze your feet and stride and see what type of shoe you need. if you end up getting the wrong shoes, you could really mess up your feet and legs.</p>
<p>what do the intellligent shoes do?</p>
<p>This is the first year that I've trained in Mizuno's and I definitely recommend them. My college coach, however, gets all of his stuff from Nike, so I guess next year I'll have to go back to their training shoes. They make a shoe now that simulates the natural motion of the foot (I forget what it's called) and that's what the college trains in. They're beautiful shoes, I can't wait to try 'em out.</p>
<p>I ordered a pair of them, haven't got them yet. They're the Nike Free 5.0's I was talking about.</p>
<p>It depends on your arch type (i have no arches-EXTREMELY injury prone), but I believe the best are the asics gt series (most recent gt 2100)- approximately $90 but most running stores offer discounts for various reasons (high school teams, coupons, etc). I usually buy 4 pairs a year because 1) I am a very high mileage runner, and as soon as the shoes wear down I get stress fractures.</p>