Jill 0 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I got my last pair at Start Fitness after a gait assessment. They've done ok, but I'm ready for some new ones myself as I was a bit stingy when I got these so didn't really go for a "top" option. Current ones are Asics and tbf they've lasted well, I just don't like them very much. Much preferred the Nikes I had before, but they didn't last as long before falling apart. I was going to try Northern Runner next, but I've heard there's not a lot in there to choose from. Saucony are a canny make but I've never worn them myself. I'd much rather go on what feels comfortable on my feet rather than a particular brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Cheers My mate reckons they're decent enough and 'Sports Shoes' is cheap. I'd only ever worn the Karrimor ones - and I think they were doing me some damage in the end. I think I'm going to order online & see what these are like. Just long as there's plenty of support I'm not fussy really! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigWalrus 0 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Used to live near the bloke who owns Start Fitness. He is a running fanatic and used to go out for a 1-2 hour run every night. He's got his son involved now, running the cycle shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Ended up going for these. They've loads of technology in 'em or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15518 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 My last pair was/is Saucony because they're known to be decent for people with weird-shaped feet like mine. No idea how they compare in terms of actual performance but they are comfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Yeah a load of people have said the same really! The support is important to me because one of my knees is shot & as mentioned 'high arches' which I never knew was a thing before I started running - or certainly not one that would affect me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetleftpeg 0 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I know ou've got them now, but I would also recommend Start Fitness and to have the test as well. Got to say, I'm never really a fan of sales assistants as they tend to billy bullshit you but the kid who helped me get my first pair a few years back in there was excellent. Knew his stuff, didn't patronise or try to get me to buy expensive shite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 My last pair was/is Saucony because they're known to be decent for people with weird-shaped feet like mine. No idea how they compare in terms of actual performance but they are comfortable. Did you actually run in them or was it just for that 80's Eurovision look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15518 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Did you actually run in them or was it just for that 80's Eurovision look. That makes no sense at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj 17 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I know ou've got them now, but I would also recommend Start Fitness and to have the test as well. Got to say, I'm never really a fan of sales assistants as they tend to billy bullshit you but the kid who helped me get my first pair a few years back in there was excellent. Knew his stuff, didn't patronise or try to get me to buy expensive shite. I thought the same about Start Cycles as well when I got my road bike; top notch customer service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I gave them a ring too just to make sure everything was right like, I know I need them for road running and did a couple of relevant tests before hand, arch shape/gait. I'm not sure what else they really do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayatollah Hermione 13856 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 That makes no sense at all. I think if he just came out and called you a puff, it would save us all some time. Been looking to get some running clogs but the specificity of it all seems a bit daunting. Not sure I want to go into Start Fitness and have to put my foot on one of those weird things that measured your feet in shoe shops when I was a bairn. How much would a half-decent pair set me back, about the same as the T-Dogs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I think if they are just a starter pair the same site as I got mine from have some for about £20-30. To be honest for a starter pair even Karrimor from Sports Direct wouldn't be too bad - as much as I've been reading running forums slag them off. I managed to get all the tests online to find out what I needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15518 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 I think if he just came out and called you a puff, it would save us all some time. Agreed on both counts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Puff! (I was however referring to your lack of athleticism and the colourful 80's pop trainers). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15518 Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 It still makes no sense unless you think all trainers from the same company look the same (and even then). Mine are very sober and far more Austria 2004 than UK 1987 anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill 0 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I think if he just came out and called you a puff, it would save us all some time. Been looking to get some running clogs but the specificity of it all seems a bit daunting. Not sure I want to go into Start Fitness and have to put my foot on one of those weird things that measured your feet in shoe shops when I was a bairn. How much would a half-decent pair set me back, about the same as the T-Dogs? They don't do the measurement thing, just watch your feet as you walk to see what sort of support you need, then recommend various trainers. Some places do it by having you walk/jog on a treadmill, though last time I was in Start Fitness it was just a shop assistant with a trained eye. The most important thing is getting shoes that are right for your feet, then you can look at what's in your price range from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaMoUsE 0 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 gym every other day, 3 miles on treadmill then 9 miles on the bike. Just enough to keep my basic fitness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Gloom 21912 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 lugging kit around davos is all the exercise i'm getting this week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 10849 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 lugging kit around davos is all the exercise i'm getting this week May have misread this as Davros Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ayatollah Hermione 13856 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 They don't do the measurement thing, just watch your feet as you walk to see what sort of support you need, then recommend various trainers. Some places do it by having you walk/jog on a treadmill, though last time I was in Start Fitness it was just a shop assistant with a trained eye. The most important thing is getting shoes that are right for your feet, then you can look at what's in your price range from there. Canny. Have always thought my feet could be good value on one of those foot fetish sites so I'll even get a bit of a lump in my pants for my troubles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken 119 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 HIIT workout. I'm not vain but I must confess that I look like a fucking athlete. God like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christmas Tree 4725 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Joined a gym again. Pure fitness have knocked the price back to £10.99 a month. Haven't been yet but definitely going to give it a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44804 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 more interested in the bargain than the fitness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj 17 Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 He will go once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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