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Post by iamkristinl16 on Jun 19, 2020 22:37:12 GMT
I've been going for walks most nights. I walk on a variety of surfaces, including sidewalks, streets and trails. Someone I follow on IG recently posted about how much of a difference it makes for her to wear trail running shoes vs regular running shoes and it got me wondering if I should be wearing something that is specific for walking on trails or with certain characteristics? Today I noticed how much my feel slide around on the trail (and also on the street) and wonder if I would have more stability in a different shoe. Any thoughts on this?
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Post by spitfiregirl on Jun 19, 2020 22:44:30 GMT
trail shoes have a more rugged bottom for traction. Hoka make ATR (trail) shoes. They are super lightweight but have the lugs on the bottom so you dont slide around on rocks. I have hokas for pavement, they re super bouncy and I love them, but no lugs.... I am waiting for my ahnus to wear out before I get my trail hokas out.... hoka trail atr shoes |
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Post by GiantsFan on Jun 19, 2020 23:42:56 GMT
Merrell is my go to for trail shoes.
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Post by aj2hall on Jun 20, 2020 0:08:12 GMT
I have oboz for hiking that are really comfortable. I’m not sure what stores are doing right now with covid, but we have a local running store that is very helpful in finding the right shoes for running/walking. They have you run / walk barefoot, then with a variety of different shoes to find the right fit. We also have a local outdoors store that does the same thing with hiking shoes, they even have a ramp for you to walk up/ down. Before ds left for a 2 month outward bound trip, we took him there to get fitted. As the guy said, his feet were going to be his transportation for the next 2 months.
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Post by peasquared on Jun 20, 2020 0:44:10 GMT
I love Salomon trail running shoes.
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Post by snappydog on Jun 20, 2020 1:12:24 GMT
Merrells are worth the $$$
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Post by belgiangal on Jun 20, 2020 1:31:45 GMT
I wear ASICS trail running shoes. I would suggest going to a running shoe store and trying on several brands to find what you like. The people there should be able to help you with fit and style that would be best for you and he type of terrain you walk on.
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Post by lisacharlotte on Jun 20, 2020 3:05:43 GMT
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Post by peano on Jun 20, 2020 3:07:49 GMT
I am partial to adidas trail hiking shoes link. I’m on my third pair. I like that they are Gore-Tex lined instead of the substitute waterproof linings used by Merrell, which I haven’t found as effective at keeping my feet dry. I wear them for daily hikes from April through November and they have held up really well. I buy a new pair every year on cyber Monday to save some money, and I haven’t even cracked open the ones I bought last year because I’m still feeling adequate support. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 20, 2020 3:08:01 GMT
Hoka.
Well worth the money. My husband has not worn out the first pair he got and he has had them 3 years ?
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Jun 20, 2020 3:25:19 GMT
Thanks for the suggestions! I like the ones that look like regular tennis shoes since I will be also walking on the street. The trail I go on most days is not that rocky, just dirt and some sticks and uneven path. Once in awhile I go to a larger trail that has a lot more rocks and branches but not that often.
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Post by mirabelleswalker on Jun 20, 2020 5:44:34 GMT
Thicker sole, more traction, more stability. I like Brooks Cascadia trail runners. I’ve walked portions of the Spanish Camiño twice and these shoes were comfortable from start to finish.
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Post by michellegb on Jun 20, 2020 9:01:29 GMT
Another vote for Merrells. When it's warm and I'm doing simple trails, I wear my Keens. You can get deals on both of those (if you know what size you wear in them) on Amazon and I've found good deals on Keens at Duluth Trading.
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Post by Dalai Mama on Jun 20, 2020 12:17:18 GMT
Merrell is my go to for trail shoes. I will ditto this. - mine are light-weight and waterproof. |
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Post by scorpeao on Jun 20, 2020 14:36:04 GMT
I bought a pair of trail runners for hiking at REI. I also run ultramarathons and wouldn't wear these for running as the sole is a bit stiff. Go to REI and tell them you want trail runners for hiking. The biggest difference for me is the flexibility of the sole.
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Post by snyder on Jun 20, 2020 14:45:40 GMT
All the different likes only to confuse you more. lol I'll add to that by saying Keens are my go to walking/hiking shoe/boot. They fit my arch really well.
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Post by SockMonkey on Jun 20, 2020 16:38:10 GMT
Keens, Merrells, Salmons... all kinds of trail shoes. TBH, I'd do a Zappos order (free shipping to return) and order a few, try them on and see what's most comfy, and return what you don't like.
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Post by stine on Jun 20, 2020 17:27:38 GMT
Hoka fan here too! I have trail, road, and waterproof and love them all. I did hear that they sold to someone else and the quality has not been the same. That may explain why my husbands last couple pair haven't worn well. we order from runnerswarehouse.com.
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Post by sawwhet on Jun 20, 2020 17:54:36 GMT
My light trail shoes are Merrell. My hiking boots are Keen. Heavy trail boots are Asolo.
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Post by huskermom98 on Jun 20, 2020 19:02:11 GMT
I bought a pair of trail running shoes from LLBean a few years ago, but I can't remember what brand they are (and they are in my van). I love them for trail running and now for trail walking. I don't like wearing them on pavement so I don't wear them very often.
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Post by elaine on Jun 20, 2020 19:17:14 GMT
Merrells for me too. They just had a big sale last month and I got a pair of low gore-tex hikers (look like rugged tennis shoes) for dog walking in the rain. They are so comfy and keep my feet dry.
I just ordered some Merrell water shoes for boating this morning.
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Post by pudgygroundhog on Jun 20, 2020 22:34:00 GMT
There are a lot of good options for trail shoes or trail runners, it will depend on what fits your feet the best. If you live near an REI or similar type store, the employees can be helpful with fit and picking a shoe.
My whole family wears Salomons. My husband runs ultramarathons in them and we wear them in all types of terrain.
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Post by heather on Jun 21, 2020 3:19:53 GMT
I have oboz for hiking that are really comfortable. I’m not sure what stores are doing right now with covid, but we have a local running store that is very helpful in finding the right shoes for running/walking. They have you run / walk barefoot, then with a variety of different shoes to find the right fit. We also have a local outdoors store that does the same thing with hiking shoes, they even have a ramp for you to walk up/ down. Before ds left for a 2 month outward bound trip, we took him there to get fitted. As the guy said, his feet were going to be his transportation for the next 2 months. Did those take awhile to break in? I bought a pair last week and have worn them about 4 times and my feet...especially my toes...hurt after about 30 minutes in them. |
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