Time to change running shoes ?

luc wastiaux said:

Hello, I've had my Asics 1080 gel's since January 2003, I've been running from four to one time a
week, I'd say on average I ran 1.5 times a week, each time 45-60 minutes, is it time I changed them
? I haven't run for the last couple of weeks, and now I want to start again slowly, see if my shin
pain problem is gone (I try to make my stride shorter now and land on the middle of the foot).

If you had problems with the 1080's go to the 2080, it's a beefed up version.

Capt Tellitlikeitis said:

luc wastiaux said:

Hello, I've had my Asics 1080 gel's since January 2003, I've been running from four to one time
a week, I'd say on average I ran 1.5 times a week, each time 45-60 minutes, is it time I
changed them ? I haven't run for the last couple of weeks, and now I want to start again
slowly, see if my shin pain problem is gone (I try to make my stride shorter now and land on
the middle of the foot).

If you had problems with the 1080's go to the 2080, it's a beefed up version.

The salesman recommended these: decathlon.frproduit.aspOpen ↗
5FDeptPereId=3104&int%5FPfId=648889&mscssid=VLANCBNGVWPL8KU3J9SD39EDN5P72LNE#

asics gel nevada

he said they are softer, for lighter runners (I weight 78kg/171 lbs), I just took them for a run and
they feel great, I just hope that by taking it slowly and landing on the middle of the foot, I can
avoid shin splints in the future.

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luc wastiaux email: luc-at-4002-dot-org jabber: [email hidden]

Just a guess but that would put in at about 400 miles and that would be about time to replace them
just on that account.

Best of luck on your recovery.

--
Joseph E. Meehan

26 + 6 = 1 It's Irish Math

"luc wastiaux" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Quoted message said:

Hello, I've had my Asics 1080 gel's since January 2003, I've been running from

four

Quoted message said:

to one time a week, I'd say on average I ran 1.5 times a week, each time 45-60 minutes, is it time
I changed them ? I haven't run for the last couple of weeks, and now I want to start again slowly,
see if my shin pain problem is gone (I try to make my stride shorter now and land on the middle of
the foot).

--
luc wastiaux email: luc-at-4002-dot-org jabber: [email hidden]

Joseph Meehan said:

Just a guess but that would put in at about 400 miles and that would be about time to replace
them just on that account.

This is of course pure [censored]. I had my last pair of 2080's for 20 months, using them exclusively,
mostly on trails, and I only retired them because they split accross the top, although they are
repaired with silicon and now await "snow running" that we do here from Dec to March. If they feel
good and aren't hurting your feet, they're fine.

Nice shoes! They'll treat you right.

luc wastiaux said:

Capt Tellitlikeitis said:

luc wastiaux said:

Hello, I've had my Asics 1080 gel's since January 2003, I've been running from four to one time
a week, I'd say on average I ran 1.5 times a week, each time 45-60 minutes, is it time I
changed them ? I haven't run for the last couple of weeks, and now I want to start again
slowly, see if my shin pain problem is gone (I try to make my stride shorter now and land on
the middle of the foot).

If you had problems with the 1080's go to the 2080, it's a beefed up version.

The salesman recommended these: decathlon.frproduit.aspOpen ↗
%5FDeptPereId=3104&int%5FPfId=648889&mscssid=VLANCBNGVWPL8KU3J9SD39EDN5P72LNE#

asics gel nevada

he said they are softer, for lighter runners (I weight 78kg/171 lbs), I just took them for a run
and they feel great, I just hope that by taking it slowly and landing on the middle of the foot, I
can avoid shin splints in the future.

If it works for you great. Most people including independent authorities suggest that 400-600 is
about it for most shoes as far as their designed function goes. Many runners don't need as much
protection-cushioning etc. that most shoes provide so they don't need to worry. You appear to be
one of them.

Frankly I don't know exactly how far I can push them. I find that by 500 miles they are not as
comfortable as my newer shoes so I use then for things like yard work and then dump them. My
comfort is worth the cost to
me. I also get the feel good feeling of knowing I am at least trying to take car of my feet. They
are the only ones I have.

--
Joseph E. Meehan

26 + 6 = 1 It's Irish Math

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Joseph Meehan said:

Just a guess but that would put in at about 400 miles and that would

be

Quoted message said:

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about time to replace them just on that account.

This is of course pure [censored]. I had my last pair of 2080's for 20 months, using them exclusively,
mostly on trails, and I only retired them because they split accross the top, although they are
repaired with silicon and now await "snow running" that we do here from Dec to March. If they feel
good and aren't hurting your feet, they're fine.

Joseph Meehan said:

If it works for you great. Most people including independent authorities suggest that 400-600
is about it for most shoes as far as their designed function goes. Many runners don't need as
much protection-cushioning etc. that most shoes provide so they don't need to worry. You appear
to be one of them.

Apparently, but I still do not buy that 400 mile bologna.

luc wastiaux <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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Quoted message said:

Hello, I've had my Asics 1080 gel's since January 2003, I've been running from four to one time
a week, I'd say on average I ran 1.5 times a week, each time 45-60 minutes, is it time I
changed them ? I haven't run for the last couple of weeks, and now I want to start again
slowly, see if my shin pain problem is gone (I try to make my stride shorter now and land on
the middle of the foot).

What part of your leg are the shin splints on? If it is the inside of the shin, you probably need
more support. This could be the shoes being worn out, or that you need more arch support. If your
mileage adds up to more than 400 miles since you got the shoes, I would vote for the shoes being
shot, unless you have had the shin slints all along. If they have come on just more recently, then
the shoes are definitely shot. If you have had the SS all along, then you need more support. That
means the 2080 or the Gel Foundation, NOT THE NEVADA. It is too soft and cheap to provide the
necessary stability.

Steve (running shoe specialty designer and dealer for 30 years).

Did you run with anyone wearing nikes? Just running next to them can cause injury.

(Steve Shoe-man) said:

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Quoted message said:

Hello, I've had my Asics 1080 gel's since January 2003, I've been running from four to one time
a week, I'd say on average I ran 1.5 times a week, each time 45-60 minutes, is it time I
changed them ? I haven't run for the last couple of weeks, and now I want to start again
slowly, see if my shin pain problem is gone (I try to make my stride shorter now and land on
the middle of the foot).

What part of your leg are the shin splints on? If it is the inside of the shin, you probably need
more support. This could be the shoes being worn out, or that you need more arch support. If your
mileage adds up to more than 400 miles since you got the shoes, I would vote for the shoes being
shot, unless you have had the shin slints all along. If they have come on just more recently, then
the shoes are definitely shot. If you have had the SS all along, then you need more support. That
means the 2080 or the Gel Foundation, NOT THE NEVADA. It is too soft and cheap to provide the
necessary stability.

Steve (running shoe specialty designer and dealer for 30 years).

Mileage has nothing to do with it. When they stink on the outside, they need to be changed.
Sincerely, everyone who has to deal with you.

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Quoted message said:

Hello, I've had my Asics 1080 gel's since January 2003, I've been running from four to one time
a week, I'd say on average I ran 1.5 times a week, each time 45-60 minutes, is it time I changed
them ? I haven't run for the last couple of weeks, and now I want to start again slowly, see if
my shin pain problem is gone (I try to make my stride shorter now and land on the middle of the
foot).

What part of your leg are the shin splints on? If it is the inside of the shin, you probably need
more support. This could be the shoes being worn out, or that you need more arch support. If your
mileage adds up to more than 400 miles since you got the shoes, I would vote for the shoes being
shot, unless you have had the shin slints all along. If they have come on just more recently, then
the shoes are definitely shot. If you have had the SS all along, then you need more support. That
means the 2080 or the Gel Foundation, NOT THE NEVADA. It is too soft and cheap to provide the
necessary stability.

Steve (running shoe specialty designer and dealer for 30 years).

He's going to continue to have problems if he runs so infrequently. Maybe the numbers reported
here are not accurate. He's able to run for an hour doing it once or twice a week? If he could run
half the distance four times a week he would be in better condition. He never gives his legs a
chance to adjust.

WasteNotWantNot said:

He's going to continue to have problems if he runs so infrequently. Maybe the numbers reported
here are not accurate. He's able to run for an hour doing it once or twice a week? If he could run
half the distance four times a week he would be in better condition. He never gives his legs a
chance to adjust.

I will follow your advice and run more frequently (every couple of days) for shorter distances.

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(WasteNotWantNot) said:

He's going to continue to have problems if he runs so infrequently. Maybe the numbers reported
here are not accurate. He's able to run for an hour doing it once or twice a week? If he could run
half the distance four times a week he would be in better condition. He never gives his legs a
chance to adjust.

Good point! I missed that part all together. Consistency is the key to good running. He needs
shorter, more frequent (daily) runs.

luc wastiaux said:

I will follow your advice and run more frequently (every couple of days) for shorter distances.

First rest until healed, THEN do it daily with one day a week rest.