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Winter Running Shoes?

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started by Tamara on December 6, 2005

First snow of the season hit here in D.C. yesterday, leading me to think that I need a pair of more water-resistant running shoes for winter (I try to run to work at least a few days per week, and couldn't today due to the snowy wet slop on the sidewalks).

Do I want a trail shoe? There are tons reviewed in the gear guide, but nothing seems to speak either to water-resistance or to things like pronation control/arch height/etc... (For what it's worth, my regular shoe is the Saucony Grid Stabil)

Thoughts or recommendations? Thanks!

"It's very hard in the beginning to understand that the whole idea is not to beat the other runners. Eventually you learn that the competition is against the little voice inside you that wants you to quit." ~George Sheehan

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BrianMc posted 2 years ago.

I usually just train in my regular running shoes. As long as you keep thinking about a good solid foot plant right under your body, you should be fine stability wise. I don't have any problems with the snow getting my feet wet either (Running on Saucony Hurricane 7)

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beads1985 posted 2 years ago.

I normally run with Asics GT-2080 or the 2090.
I use the Asic Gel Eagle Trail shoe for trail running and in the winter.

If you are using a Saucony maybe find a trail shoe they make.
You can also get neophrene socks to keep your feet warm.

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TriJeffTri posted 2 years ago.

I generally run in my regular trainers all winter. I'm in coastal Connecticut so our winters aren't too dissimilar. If you think you'd be more comfortable with a trail shoe for additional traction, by all means go ahead and get a pair.

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beads1985 posted 2 years ago.

TriJeffTri wrote:
I generally run in my regular trainers all winter. I'm in coastal COnnecticut so our winters aren't too dissimilar. If you think you'd be more comfortable with a trail shoe for additional traction, by all means go ahead and get a pair.

If it is just cold it isn't to bad but if it is wet or slushy or snowy, I find the mesh in my regular shoes lets it all leak in and my feet get real wet and very cold.

I find the trail shoes keep out much of the wet stuff.

My .02 :D