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Wear the shoe that won’t give you blisters!!!Hi - I am struggling between wearing running shoes and trail runners. REI folks say I should wear trail runners because I am carrying a pack, 10 pounds. However, my Asics running shoes are way more comfortable. Do you think I will be OK on the trails without the heavier lugs on trail runners?
Thanks!
Depends on time of year. In early spring, trails can be deep in mud. In my opinion, in these conditions, only boots will keep your feet dry. The rest of the year shoes are probably fine but personally, I stick to lightweight boots.Hi - I am struggling between wearing running shoes and trail runners. REI folks say I should wear trail runners because I am carrying a pack, 10 pounds. However, my Asics running shoes are way more comfortable. Do you think I will be OK on the trails without the heavier lugs on trail runners?
Thanks!
If you feel that the Asics are good and comfortable with you, then use them!Hi - I am struggling between wearing running shoes and trail runners. REI folks say I should wear trail runners because I am carrying a pack, 10 pounds. However, my Asics running shoes are way more comfortable. Do you think I will be OK on the trails without the heavier lugs on trail runners?
Thanks!
If you feel that the Asics are good and comfortable with you, then use them!
Hi - I am struggling between wearing running shoes and trail runners. REI folks say I should wear trail runners because I am carrying a pack, 10 pounds. However, my Asics running shoes are way more comfortable. Do you think I will be OK on the trails without the heavier lugs on trail runners?
Thanks!
New balance trail runners
I casual wear my trail runners for a few months before I start my Camino.Anniesantiago, for a newbie would you recommend practicing in one pair and bringing a new pair to walk? Most of the info I've seen says you don't need to break the trailrunners in, and I don't want to wear my NB's out before I even start...
Anniesantiago, for a newbie would you recommend practicing in one pair and bringing a new pair to walk? Most of the info I've seen says you don't need to break the trailrunners in, and I don't want to wear my NB's out before I even start...
When I used trail runners I brought a new pair of the same model that I trained in, which I wore a few times just to make sure that they didn't have any defects in them.Anniesantiago, for a newbie would you recommend practicing in one pair and bringing a new pair to walk? Most of the info I've seen says you don't need to break the trailrunners in, and I don't want to wear my NB's out before I even start...
Anniesantiago, for a newbie would you recommend practicing in one pair and bringing a new pair to walk? Most of the info I've seen says you don't need to break the trailrunners in, and I don't want to wear my NB's out before I even start...
Thank you Dave for explaining this. Are the Hola Bondi 6 classified as trail runners or road running shoes? I bought a pair and have been alternating between my Salomons and the Hokas on my training walks to see what are the most comfortable. My podiatrist favoured the hokas for cushioning and lightness.The biggest difference in road running shoes and trail running shoes are the amount of cushioning, a beefed up stability -- even for trail shoes described as a 'neutral gait or pronation shoe --, and the placement of a thermoplastic rock plate embedded between the sole and the shoe -- very lightweight and flexible -- which protects feet from being punched by rocks, roots and other debris. If you've ever had a bruise or soreness on the sole of your foot after coming down on a sharp protruding chunk of rock or gravel, then you'll appreciate the rock plate for hiking and walking.
Trail runners will also have a more aggressive tread, with the material being more slip resistant under wet conditions.
You'll undoubtedly be walking many hours of each day, much longer than when doing a recreational or workout run. Feet will swell. So, with your present shoe size, you may need to consider whether or not to adjust for a wider shoe size.
Thank you Dave for explaining this. Are the Hola Bondi 6 classified as trail runners or road running shoes? I bought a pair and have been alternating between my Salomons and the Hokas on my training walks to see what are the most comfortable. My podiatrist favoured the hokas for cushioning and lightness.
Many thanks Dave.The Hoka One One Bondi are classified as a road running shoe, but they are quite adequate for Camino as far as traction is concerned. I use them backpacking and dayhikes with a variety of trail conditions and they work well.
If you do not need an extra wide width in a shoe, the Hoka Women's Stinson ATR v 5 shares about the same level of cushioning and support, but they have a deeper lug for an outer sole.
I doubt the shoes would withstand the varied terrain of the Camino IMHO.I plan to wear this Bruno Marc Men's Walking Shoes for my Camino trip in 2020,
also ,I'm sure you are aware of the performance benefits of good socks.
I have had various issues of pain, blisters and leg problems on the different Camino trips. Twice now I have worn Merrel FST 2 Gortex and walked some days up to 29 or 33 kms without blisters or any pain whatsoever. Just my experience but each of us are different. Check them out on Amazon. Get half size up if anybody wants to try them. Require breaking in and use an insole. Burn CaminoThanks to all for your replies. This is very helpful. Will be on the trail 4/16!
Everyone has given fairly good advice, but I believe the shoes you wear should be a discussion between you and your feet. I picked a shoe based on my particular requirements, and at the top of the list was great traction for down hill walking. Then did may training walks of distance, 10 ish miles. and finally did a week of 10 mile walks, full pack, every day. Boy did that teach me a few things about my feet and shoes.Hi - I am struggling between wearing running shoes and trail runners. REI folks say I should wear trail runners because I am carrying a pack, 10 pounds. However, my Asics running shoes are way more comfortable. Do you think I will be OK on the trails without the heavier lugs on trail runners?
Thanks!
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