Any recommendation for a pair of running shoe?

lunarin79 · Post by **lunarin79** » 05 Dec 2013 16:31

I know it's subjective but any recommendation?

I prefer Asics myself but am open to other brands.

Looking for a pair for running.

desmond8 · Post by **desmond8** » 05 Dec 2013 16:53

Try new balance minimus series. Can go IMM and hoot, lotsa outlet store over there.

silverguy · Post by **silverguy** » 05 Dec 2013 17:03

Brooks.

nightwatchman · Post by **nightwatchman** » 05 Dec 2013 17:10

Asics or Mizuno. Buy from Queensway.

Both Brooks and New Balance are too heavy in my opinion. Also, they were/are SAF issued running shoes. Make us look like recruits again.

lunarin79 · Post by **lunarin79** » 05 Dec 2013 17:18

haha, personally i might be getting back an Asics

have not tried Mizuno, NB & Brooks before.

i might pick up jogging again hence requires a pair of shoe, for 10km & 21km distance, can't be too heavy as well

lunarin79 · Post by **lunarin79** » 05 Dec 2013 17:20

tried this pair at Marina Square, feels ok but not sure how it will perform on actual ground though

T207N

lunarin79 · Post by **lunarin79** » 05 Dec 2013 17:22

nightwatchman wrote: Also, they were/are SAF issued running shoes. Make us look like recruits again.

Do they issue Asics now?

The model which is selling in emart now

*just googled, it seemed it is SAF issued now

telepgm · Post by **telepgm** » 05 Dec 2013 18:55

I swear by New Balance's 1080V2. Got flat feet & that model's got killer great heel support, which is awesome cushion for me.

They've got wide toes option too. Perfect for freaky feet like mine.

Diospada · Post by **Diospada** » 05 Dec 2013 21:16

Depends on the type of feet and how you run. I am using NB as well. Btw was at IMM and the 1080v2 is going for less than 100.

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nightwatchman · Post by **nightwatchman** » 05 Dec 2013 21:20

lunarin79 wrote:*just googled, it seemed it is SAF issued now

Walao... I better siam Asics then. Anyway, I am wearing Kayano 17 & 18 now (I rotate between them). I used to swear by Mizuno but it seems like their QC has dropped. My last pair lasted me less than 6 months before the Wave plates started to creak. Damn annoying sia.

I have passed both Brooks and New Balance totally. I do agree that New Balance shoes offer very good support but I find them a bit too heavy. Brooks' rubber soles are like Nike's, not lasting. They go botak within 3 months.

nightwatchman · Post by **nightwatchman** » 05 Dec 2013 21:28

Another great running shoes is Saucony Jazz. Good cushioning and support. Lightweight too. Considered to be one of the all-time favorite classic running shoes by Runners' World magazine.

Malo · Post by **Malo** » 05 Dec 2013 22:04

Mizuno Wave Rider for me

Astro2212 · Post by **Astro2212** » 05 Dec 2013 22:09

lunarin79 wrote:haha, personally i might be getting back an Asics

have not tried Mizuno, NB & Brooks before.

i might pick up jogging again hence requires a pair of shoe, for 10km & 21km distance, can't be too heavy as well

aiken74 · Post by **aiken74** » 05 Dec 2013 22:54

I strongly recommend Newton running shoes and you will never regret!!!
IMM level 2 shop got discount.

http://www.newtonrunning.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Diospada · Post by **Diospada** » 06 Dec 2013 00:48

Try getting a feel of what you like first. Mizuno and new balance retail outlets has treadmills for you to try the shoes and gauge your running style. Once you determine your running style, it will be easier to pick the shoes as the range will be narrowed down to a few choices.

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lunarin79 · Post by **lunarin79** » 06 Dec 2013 07:10

Astro2212 wrote:
lunarin79 wrote:haha, personally i might be getting back an Asics

have not tried Mizuno, NB & Brooks before.

i might pick up jogging again hence requires a pair of shoe, for 10km & 21km distance, can't be too heavy as well

U 200km runner la i noe

I noe u wearing King's shoe, sole is durable for 200km, no prob de,haha

nightwatchman · Post by **nightwatchman** » 06 Dec 2013 07:53

aiken74 wrote:I strongly recommend Newton running shoes and you will never regret!!!
IMM level 2 shop got discount.

http://www.newtonrunning.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Newton shoes are excellent for off-road, cross-country and rubberized track. But for road or cement track running (most common terrains in Singapore), they may cause injuries to the muscles and joints due to inadequate cushioning and support. I personally have seen a few of my running friends ended up in Sports Medicine offices because of Newton shoes. One of them has to take long-term pain medication even. Also, their soles are among some of the least durable in the market.

nightwatchman · Post by **nightwatchman** » 06 Dec 2013 08:13

lunarin79 wrote:I noe u wearing King's shoe, sole is durable for 200km, no prob de,haha

A well-known American sports physician once said - "Every ounce of a shoe is a ball and chain beyond a 10-mile run".

sellwatch · Post by **sellwatch** » 06 Dec 2013 09:35

lunarin79 wrote:
Astro2212 wrote:
U 200km runner la i noe

I noe u wearing King's shoe, sole is durable for 200km, no prob de,haha

200km needs continental sole liao!

Trident · Post by **Trident** » 06 Dec 2013 10:03

All major brands of shoemaker are good, most important is finding the right shoe for your feet.
Features like, thickness of cushion, weight, arch type, are all important when buying a pair of running shoe.