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Running shoe Recommendation for heavy runner

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started by robbie on April 26, 2008

Hi Folks

Looking for input from you guys on a good running shoe. I am 205lb, 6'1 and most of the wears occurs on the outer edges of the heels. I run about 5-10 miles a week and sometimes run the stairs.

I have tried nike, which I am not too crazy about. My current shoe is New Balance 991 which I have no qualms about, but I wonder if there is something out there.

I recently tried the Brooks Adranaline GTS 8 and was very impressed. Also Runner magazine gave them the best buy, so that is currently my first choice.

I would like to get any of your input so that I can try out the shoes before I commit.

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KHAD posted 1 year ago.

You should go with a high cushioning shoe (even though you are not THAT heavy), since impact forces to your knee are 2-3 your weight, + your shoes may get used faster. The choice you will make depends upon other factor, mostly pronation (http://www.runningwarehouse.com/LearningCenter/PronationFAQ.html), price $$ and type of running (you say you run 5-10 miles a week : do you compete or you just train yourself?). Knowing this, you might consider : Nimbus or Cumulus by Asics, or Glycerine or Defyance by Brooks. I don't know that much about Adrenaline but it might be a good choice. The best you can do is go to your local shoe store and ask them about this. Good luck,

-Khad

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ndtriathlete posted 1 year ago.

If your heels wear on the outside, it sounds like you either need a stability or motion-control shoe. I'm about your size, but a little heavier. I've worn Asics (Gel Foundation) and like how cushy they feel. Recently, though, I've worn Brooks and have been very impressed w/them. I wear the Brooks Trance 7 (stability shoe) and really like them. I'm probably going to try the Brooks Beast next as it's amotion-control shoe ande it comes in widths (I have a wide foot). The thing I like about Brooks, is that they ONLY make running shoes, so they devote all their resources to running. They make great running shorts, too, BTW.

One more thing, remember to replace your shoes more frequently (I change about every 300 miles) as we bigger guys crush the midsole and wear out the cushioning faster. Good luck!

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JamieM posted 1 year ago.

I can definitely recommend the Adrenaline. I went through a few pairs of those before I stepped up to the Brooks Radius, which I would also highly recommend.

I think the most important thing though is to go to a good running store. One where they can at least look at you walk or run. And one where they look at the wear patterns on your current shoes. Follow their recommendations.

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CGroth posted 1 year ago.

i thought that wear on the outside of the heal = under pronation. and i thought that under pronators usually take neutral cushion shoes. i only ask this because i am an under pronator and i just got a pair of nike vomero's and they are the most cushy shoes i can imagine. took a few runs to get used to them, but now i love them.

anyway, i second the advice to hit up a running store and let them suggest shoes. mine let me run outside for two weeks and still exchange (which i took advantage of).

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cuds posted 1 year ago.

ndtriathlete wrote:
If your heels wear on the outside, it sounds like you either need a stability or motion-control shoe.

Whoa! Slow down here! Just because the shoe wears on the outside of the hell does not mean you will need a motion control shoe. I sold shoes in a specialty running store for a very long time and the number of motion control shoes I sold was extremely low. Most people that wear them don't need that much support.
If you don't know for sure if you pronate or under-pronate (supinate), then you need to start there. Just keep trying shoes on. You'll find the right ones. Just last week I went in and tried on 13 pairs! :D

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stewarba posted 1 year ago.

Go to a running shoe store and have a professional recommend a shoe for you and try them out. A good running shoe store will set you up and watch you run to determine how you pronate. Take an old pair of shoes with you as this well help the pros determine a good shoe for you.

Pain is the sensation of weakness leaving the body!

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emzman posted 1 year ago.

When you do find the perfect shoes, you should buy multiple pairs so you don't wear them out as fast. I too am on the heavier side. I tend to wear my shoes out before the 300 miles. My friend, who's a marathon runner, told me to have a different pair for each day that I run, about 3-4 days/week. I was spending $100+ for new running shoes every couple months. So, I was lucky enough to get a pass to the Nike employee store, and found my perfect shoe.....bought 3 pairs (Nike Vomeros 2). I have flat and wide feet and when I first tried these shoes out, they were so comfortable. I agree with everyone else that you should have a pro analyze your gait.

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robbie posted 1 year ago.

Thank you all for your input.

Khad, the link you provided is excellent.

I am taking a hard look at Brooks and Asics now. Although I am biased towards Brooks because from what I have learnt they seem to specilize only in running but without the 'glitter'.

In addition I will most likely also pick up two pairs as noted from some of you, it was mentioned to utilize a couple instead of one running shoe.

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FlashRedGLS1.8T posted 1 year ago.

stewarba wrote:
Go to a running shoe store and have a professional recommend a shoe for you and try them out. A good running shoe store will set you up and watch you run to determine how you pronate. Take an old pair of shoes with you as this well help the pros determine a good shoe for you.

Perfectly said.

I am 6'2" and 205 and I can tell you what I wear, but a good running shoe store will tell you what is good for your running style.

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Iron Dan posted 1 year ago.

I'll second the Nike Vomero's that a few people have mentioned. They are a great shoe. I tend to hover anound 185-200 Lbs. and have had knee surgery. These are the first pair of shoes I have found that make the run comfortable and pain free.

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robbie posted 1 year ago.

Thanks again for all you input.

I got myself to a running store and was assessed. I found out I am a neutral runner.

The shoes that I loved the most were the Nike Vomero +3 , and the Brooks Glycerin 6 more superior than the NB 991 that were more for flat footed runners.

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IthinkIcan posted 39 weeks ago.

I HATE shopping for running shoes now. I want some variety but there seems to be very few options for those of us running on pancakes. Either limited models or limited colors. I'm very happy with my Brooks Adrenaline GTS but I would love to try something different like the Trance or Racer. It seems like none of the sexier shoes that would work for me come in widths.

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NICK10980 posted 37 weeks ago.

I believe preference in running shoes varies widely by individual. I am 6'1 215lbs and use a mix of the Newton AW http://www.newtonrunning.com/newton-products/the-shoes/mens-shoes/men-al...
and ASICS trail shoes.