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Asics Running Shoes Advice
Gang, I'm hoping for some advice here. Some of you know about my issues with my hip and after about 20 months I'm starting to run again. I'm actually feeling pretty good - not 100% since that can't happen until I fix the left side but pain free and able to enjoy the summer with my surgeons blessing.
My question: I was a huge fan of Asics. The fit, the weight, the cushion - I think we all know we marry ourselves to models once we find what works. I loved the Gel Excel 33 3's. I suppose I was the only one since they look to be discontinued. I'm told by my shoe guy - who doesn't have one of those, right? - that they dynaflytes are where I should go based on what I like. Anyone own these?
I'm turning 40 and to celebrate that milestone along with my return to the roads I want to get a new pair of sneakers - I seriously miss buying running shoes. The upshot to the Dynaflytes is that they come is super gaudy colors which is my other requirement - I want people to question my good taste when I run. All that said I don't see many reviews and figure I might as well ask this forum.
(I can also accept that Asics have become a shit brand or something - I was once a Mizuno fan and left. I also like Brooks, so I'm open but I know this is personal so feedback on my old favorites is what I really hope for)
Great Uncle, Average Father, Mediocre Triathlete
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however, in your thirties/forties, i just moved to Hoka Bondis for my "training" runs and i use Kinvaras in races. The hokas are really comfortable. I have a 5mm drop on those, and it looks like your Asics are 10 mm?!!? is that right?
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I've only tried the Hoka Clayton and wasn't impressed with how long they lasted (or didn't last).
So I don't really offer any good advice, but glad to hear you're feeling better
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The Dynaflyte is substantially similar, IMO. But I also think you should probably be taking a look at:
Saucony Ride
Brooks Ghost
Mizuno Wave Rider
New Balance 880
All are going to feature similar drops, but different fits and cushioning experiences. But all should have good platform stability and work for you.
Glad to see you on the mend.
Bike Crash Free Since August 4th, 2014
Also, I'm nearing 35 and can't dream of a scenario where I'd want/need a pair of hokas. Decades of running = musculoskeletal strength. But for coming off injury and hip issues, they might be beneficial.
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You're the rig guy? You don't look like you worked on rigs....
I find the GT-2000's the most comfortable and I wouldn't hesitate recommending them highly. As a shoe with a bit of age in them (400+ km) and considering my awkward gait at the moment, they are simply the most comfortable out of all my shoes.
It should be noted also that I have wide feet, I'm not tall, and I'm not heavy. I don't pronate in any particular direction. But I do run with my toes slightly pointing out. I'm 47.
Bondi 5: easy/recovery runs when my legs feel good. These are more robust and will last longer so I put the miles on them when I can.
Clifton 3: tempo runs & runs when my legs are beat up. Unbelievable cushion.
Clayton: racing & speed work. Somehow over and ounce lighter than the Clifton and those are pretty damn light!
I would bet money that you would like the Clayton.
Also...offset is typically more of an output thing predicated off of personal preference and/or what you tend to wear on a daily basis for footwear. I do tend to like racing off the bike with a 10 mm offset (in part, I think, due to the degree of toe-point I utilize on the bike), but road racing go lower.
Anyways...
Bike Crash Free Since August 4th, 2014
Kevin Brydges
You're the rig guy? You don't look like you worked on rigs....
Kevin Brydges
You're the rig guy? You don't look like you worked on rigs....
Shoes for comfort & function? I'm not about that.
I'd make an exception for a running shoe that guaranteed I'd never strain or tear a calf - even if they looked silly - but if such a magical shoe existed, I'd hope my physio would have told me about it already.
What Newtons are you in? That would probably guide your best options.
Bike Crash Free Since August 4th, 2014
Was looking at the Clayton's also for 1/2 & full.
Just bought a pair of ON Cloudflow. Have only run on the treadmill a couple of times but so far they are pretty comfortable.
Get in the gym and do tonnes of calf raises and stretches. And get shoes with a ~12 mm drop. Asics Gel Nimbus, Brooks Adrenaline, Nike Vomero, etc. would be your best bets.
http://www.runnersworld.com/running-shoes/does-a-shoes-heel-to-toe-drop-matter
"If someone has heel pain from plantar fasciitis or Achilles or posterior tibial tendonitis, then I recommend a more traditional heel drop of 12 millimeters,” Fullem says.
@Ryan Heisler - I was hoping you'd chime in. I have a pair of Brooks Ghosts and like them but don't LOVE them. I appreciate the read that where I'm looking is similar to the Asics.
I thought about stocking up on the Excel 33 3 as suggested but I think I will renew my VIP membership at RoadRunner with their awesome 90-day guarantee and try something that might be a model that is around two years from now.
Hoka? They are getting more attractive. They are not the shoe hit with the ugly stick they used to be. I might need to try out a pair.
Thanks again gang.
Great Uncle, Average Father, Mediocre Triathlete
Kevin Brydges
You're the rig guy? You don't look like you worked on rigs....
Hokas are sho nuf fugly
Short dudes get a bump
Hmmmm. My haiku class is starting to pay off ...
Great Uncle, Average Father, Mediocre Triathlete
Hokas make you drool.
No one should ever wear crocs. Ever.
this story deserves its own thread. Buried in there is that his Dad ran a 1:16:00 in Crocs as well!!! Freaking insane. Fuck Asics!
Great Uncle, Average Father, Mediocre Triathlete