Any recommendations for training shoes?

[HLecea]

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I'd recognize those shoes anywhere. They are my "go to " shoes for now until my feet change again.

 

[Bominiscious]

The shoes I use now are Hoka's, fit my feet right and cushion my feet, ankles, knees and hips. They seem to help my lower back when walking and standing. They are a little pricey, but worth it. I also have a pair of the Keens utility shoes.

I use Hoka as well. Love them. I am going to give a pair of Altras a go this summer.

 

[HLecea]

I use Hoka as well. Love them. I am going to give a pair of Altras a go this summer.

Altra Lone Pine hikers have worked well but my problem is one leg is half inch shorter after two knee replacements. I went back to New Balance 928V3 yesterday. They have more cushion on the bottom. Feet felt better but I have to lighten my backpack load. I'm 67 and feeling it.

 

[HLecea]

Probably not what you're looking for but when training with my pack or hiking I train in what I'm going to hunt in. That way I know if there is an issue before it is a major issue.

Great advice!

 

[HLecea]

In my experience it really depends on your foot shape (narrow / wide, higher or lower arch etc).

I successfully completed the Leadville 100 in a pair of Altra's (Lone Peak's to be specific) and really love them. I have a wider foot though and that roomy tow box agrees with me.

Also, I highly recommend you check out Superfeet insoles. They make different heights by color so find what works best for you.

Happy to field any other questions you may have.

Best,
C

You're spot on! Thanks! I too use Altra LP hikers with green Superfeet. My feet do not like soft insoles

 

[HLecea]

Altras Lone Peaks for longer runs

Reebok Powerlift for weight /powerlift training

Xeros or Splays for general cross training

I switched to zero drop and minimal shoes due to some knee and back discomfort. I feel an improvement and it doesn't take long to soften your foot strike. If you try minimal shoes you may be surprised how hard you hit the ground. Turns out I clopped around like a Clydesdale.

It's what I call foot slap.

 

[HLecea]

I'd recognize those shoes anywhere. They are my "go to " shoes for now until my feet change again.

Who knew that are feet would change and change?

 

[cornstalker]

With wide feet, I can't use Hoka's. I really had high hopes for the Speedgoat 5, but just too narrow. Altra's have an awesome toe box, but the zero drop was a bit much. I found my sweet spot in the Topos. I use the TrailVenture WP for hiking, the UltraVenture for trail running and the Ultrafly 4 for road/ flat trail. I get along well with the 5mm drop.

I also use a pair of La Sportiva TX4 approach shoes for more technical hiking.

 

[Bominiscious]

I'd second the Topos as a good bridge between the Altra and Hoka.

 

[PowrB8]

Brooks Adrenaline GTS. I have run many different brands and I think these are the best in the market if you need solid shoe with just a little support. I put many miles on mine and they still do the job. Plus they have normal colors unlike some other brands!

 

[rpinelli1987]

I've been running in brooks for the longest time. Does anyone else have any other recs for shoes?

I wear altra's for daily use, I own a gym and I am on my feet all day. I am also about as flat footed as you can be.

 

[Shadow6arc]

For a good running or training shoe I love the Altra. Solomon in a wide would be my 2nd choice. The wide toe box of the Altra is so good I never want to go back to standard toe boxes.