nice eval of outer soles and uppers, but my understanding is that it's breakdown of the midsoles that is most difficult to assess, occurs first, and causes the most problems.. rotating pairs of shoes is key
While I don’t run I do want to walk comfortably and build myself up that way I have flat feet no arch full-size body what would you recommend A good sneaker that could take the pressure full size woman. I want to begin to walk more comfortably. thank you
Hi Edward, we recommend heading into your local Fleet Feet to get fit. Our outfitters will asses your feet and the support they need with our 3D scanning system to give you the best recommendations.
5:51 my dad said I shouldn’t buy new 👟 often, because it’s expensive to replace them every 8 months or 1 year, unless I can get a new pair of shoes after, Christmas 🎄 holiday this year. Anyway, I tried my best to keep my shoes in good condition without rubbing them against the heel lining of the back shoes after, I wear them more than a few months.
EVA shelf life? Can you please explain this in detail. Many if not all running shoe companies and stores sell last years / previous models. I'm not sure I'm convinced of deterioration of midsole sitting in a box indoors or a warehouse. The whole idea of materials breaking down in shoes enough to make any discernable difference, in a box, within a year or so is at the very least overarching. This has been a common theory for a long while but I have yet to see any real scientific data or proof on the matter. What is the percentage of breakdown in EVA, glues, upper, etc.. with regard to long-term storage? Would you please provide that to back this claim. It would be greatly appreciated and valuable to the running community. Thank you.
GREAT question, Nathan! Thank you for your thoughtful comment. It's hard to pin this down to an exact science, especially as shoe materials become more and more durable. We created this video based on our experiences wear testing. That said, we agree with you, it would be so beneficial to see some solid science on this (especially comparing different combinations of midsole materials)! If you're keeping your shoes for a year or more before wearing them, just be sure to keep them inside and out of changing temperature and humidity to help prevent premature breakdown of foams and glues. And if you've experienced that your older shoes last just as long, we'd love to hear!
@@fleetfeet699 on this note, why do I need to have two shoes to make them last longer? Aside from the obvious I'm not running in them everyday of course. The whole shoes need to recover thing isn't really based on any facts so just curious why I need to have multiple shoes if one works well.
@@BehindTheRun Thanks for the thoughtful question. The theory is that the materials will hold up better between runs if they have more time to dry from sweat and rain, and if the foam has time to decompress. If you aren't running every day, it's not so important to rotate shoes. Folks who log long miles every day will see more benefit from rotating shoes and using different types of shoes as tools for specific runs. We agree that more research is needed in this area. It's a complicated subject as shoe technology advances so quickly.
@@fleetfeet699 oh I do run every day. About 10 miles a day and mostly in the same pair of shoes. That’s why it seemed like a selling point to me since there’s really no science behind it and as you said, there needs to be more research. I just don’t wouldn’t want people to think they need multiple pairs to make their shoes “last longer”. If they want a workout shoe to feel faster or something like that then it’s all good but to encourage multiple shoes just for duration feels a bit misleading
I notice you run in a lot of stability sneakers. My question is I am dealing with achilles tenditis, and I was told switching from a neutral show to a stability sneaker would be a good option. They there is more control from a stability sneaker and would also help take some stress off the achilles. Would this be a good ideal or worK?
@David Gorman, Injury prevention / management can be addressed with a variety of solutions. We recommend visiting your doctor since we aren’t medical professionals and don’t diagnose injuries. That said, you could consider over-the-counter insoles like Superfeet, compression socks, massage, hydration, and overall RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation). You can also try a newer shoe or check on the life of the shoe. Comfort is crucial when picking a pair of shoes so we recommended experiencing the product if you would like to transition from a neutral to a stability shoe.
I am not from the USA.... plus i live in a remote area where there is no shoes store and 8h drive from my house the shoe stores dont have the technology to help me fit in a shoe.... i buy from online.... and made multiple mistakes ordering wrong shoes for me.... i tryed to get an appointment with the closest fleetfeet store from me but didn't have an answer.... what should i do? If i want to buy more shoes to have a rotation?
Hi Borealis Venture, thanks for reaching out! Here are a few resources for you: We have an online shoe buyers guide that may be helpful. www.fleetfeet.com/running-shoe-buyers-guide But if you prefer to connect with someone who can answer your questions, send a message to support@fleetfeet.com and they can help you find a solution.
I don't run fast and I don't run far, but I run often. :-) So the actual miles run on my shoes are low but I also walk in the same shoes for many more miles than I run. Also, I have no idea how old my shoes are. Soooooo, do I just go by the appearance of the tread to decide if they are worn out?
We recommend paying attention to several things including how worn down the tread is, how compressed the midsole is and how your body feels. Luis's story is a great example, as he had no idea how old his shoes were. And once we purchased a new pair, he felt instantly better.
@@fleetfeet699 I have been running for 54 years, starting in the days before midsoles were really a factor. I will add: I started using more than one pair at a time quite a while ago. My wife has been known to look at the closet and accuse me of being the Imelda Marcos of running shoes. My shoes go from running to "walk around" or "everyday" shoes. Eventually, they go to the garage, where I use them for cutting the grass. When I no longer use them for cutting the grass, they get tossed. When a younger doc recently asked me about longevity, I told him that I have learned that it is less expensive, as well as less frustrating to buy another pair of running shoes than it is to pay for medical appointments or, perish the thought, having to stop running because of an injury. We both laughed. That said, several questions come to mind when I ask myself whether it is time to change shoes.. One is how I am feeling in the shoes. One sore run might be due to fatigue. If I find that I am feeling sore wearing a certain pair of shoes after several runs, I go for another pair. (My shoes go from the newest ones being used for longer runs, to the oldest "running" shoes being used solely for short runs.) A second factor is how they are looking--i.e., am I seeing weird or strange wear patterns? Over the years, I have noticed a change in my wear patterns. While I have always worn out the forefoot before the heel, I noticed that the wear has moved more from the center of the forefoot to the inside--particularly on my right foot. An x-ray showed that I am developing some arthritis in the right big toe. It isn't very painful, so the doc told me to keep running--which is what I wanted to hear. A final related question is, does it make sense to change from a stability to a more cushioned shoe? A related question is, does it make sense to just try a different brand? I'm pretty utilitarian, so, brand loyalty means less than finding an effective and more affordable pair of shoes. I have gone from running in the Asics Nimbus/Brooks Glycerin/NB 880, (interchanging according to what is on sale)to the NB 860 and Brooks Adrenaline.
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You should have edited in close ups of each sole you spoke about so we could really see what you we’re talking about. I’m a newbie and needed to see what you we’re talking about. So it wasn’t very helpful.
Your assertion about time decay is one of the most frustrating aspects of shoes. Shoeboxes (and preferably the shoe itself) should have "use until" dates. Manufacturers should also provide links to material data sheets that justify the "use until" dates. Until manufacturers provide this information, your advice about time decay is useless and only serves to frustrate customers.
Don, we hear you! Thanks for your thoughts and ideas here! Awesome points to consider. At the end of the day, as shoe technology continues to evolve, premature material breakdown is going to continually be less of an issue. And this is something we will be sure to work into a future video on this topic!
