Asics Gel-Trabuco 14 Shoes £34.67 Del (RRP £90.00) Sizes 7-10.5 @ CRC (Other Shoes Listed Inside)
Asics seems to get good reviews here and this looks like a good deal, can't find it cheaper anywhere else. CRC tend to be great with returns too!
Asics Gel-Trabuco 14 Mens Shoes - Mens Trail Shoes
The Asics Gel-Trabuco 14 Mens Trail Shoes is a long-standing favourite of Men trail runners, GEL-TRABUCO 14 is the most performance-oriented edition yet. The rugged outsole offers excellent trail traction combined with a comfortable feel. The Rearfoot and Forefoot GEL Cushioning System that eases the shock experienced during the impact and toe-off phases, while the Solyte Midsole Material, a lighter compound than ASICS’ standard EVA and SpEVA, not only reduces weight but also enhances cushioning and durability. Also helping to reduce weight of the sole unit is the Trusstic System with no loss of structural integrity. A Trail Specific Outsole features reversed lugs for excellent uphill and downhill traction on all types of terrain, while ASICS High Abrasion Resistant rubber placed in critical areas of the outsole provides exceptional durability. In the midsole area, the dual density Duomax Support System enhances support and stability. The Rock Protection Plate helping to protect against stone bruises.
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Jump to unread Post a CommentAnd these for the ladies - Salomon XT Wings 2 SS12 @ £36.12 from £105.00
Edited By: LetoKynes on Aug 24, 2012 14:50
Asics are market leader but I want MT100, these type cause damage if they don't conform perfectly.
Can't comment on these as I don't do trail running but been running in Asics Kayanos for a the last couple of years and usually get at least 600 miles out of them before I need a new pair
I find Asics (i use currently cumulus the 9th pair of asics support shoes in a row) support shoes pretty poor in terms of longevity but i still use them as they are a supremely comfortable for my feet ... i do get annoyed that asics go first at the back of the footsock then the side of the footsock well before the tred is worn away ... i have found a way of prolonging them a bit though and thats when the holes in the back of the foot sock develop then slip in a piece of dense insulting foam (an old piece of akasa sticky back pc sound deadening material i find ideal)
Edited By: hyenadog on Aug 24, 2012 22:30
Had been keeping them for events so they were 3 months old and I haven't been able to find any way to return to Nike.
Edited By: slacker on Aug 24, 2012 22:44
If you're serious about running and preventing injury then it's a good idea to go to a specialist running shop and get a gait analysis done. Usually free, they will put you on a treadmill with a fixed video camera behind you then play back and watch you running in slow motion. Some shops don't have this technology but the staff are experienced enough to be able to judge this by watching you walk and run. From this they can determine what type of runner you are (ie over/under pronator) and they will have you try different running shoes on that will neutralise your stride and relieve stress. Then it depends on your morals whether you buy the shoes from them or go home and buy online. It's really worth doing at least once so that you know what kind of running gait you possess.
If you're serious about running and preventing injury then it's a good idea to go to a specialist running shop and get a gait analysis done. Usually free, they will put you on a treadmill with a fixed video camera behind you then play back and watch you running in slow motion. Some shops don't have this technology but the staff are experienced enough to be able to judge this by watching you walk and run. From this they can determine what type of runner you are (ie over/under pronator) and they will have you try different running shoes on that will neutralise your stride and relieve stress. Then it depends on your morals whether you buy the shoes from them or go home and buy online. It's really worth doing at least once so that you know what kind of running gait you possess.
I agree, do this at least for your first time and then when you know what type of runner your require neutral satality etc.. buy on line.
Most running shops will charge around £20 for a gait analysis if you don't buy a pair of runners from them and free if you do, so it's probably advisable to buy in store :)
Trust their assessments at your peril!
Wasn't too happy tbh so when I needed another pair I went to a second shop recommended, This time I was on the threadmill four times with four different runners over 45 minutes.
Both shops came to the same conclusion I over pronate and I've flat feet however there was a world of difference in the service. It's worth finding someone local who runs to advise where to go. In my experience it's better to go with the independent retailers over the chains but this is just a general observation there are of course exceptions