well, I have always liked buying running shoes and now trail running shoes. I bought some Brooks Cascadia as Meredith, wayne, anthony and kristen all recommended them. But the toe box hurts me after 4-5 miles and I can't quite figure out why. I do like my Mizuno wave Elixirs...but trail shoes are still a mystery -too many brands...
New Balance models seem flexible and lightweight, as do Merrill Continums..BUT
so many ultra-trail runners love Inov8s -flexible, responsive, long-lasting, and just great-fitting. So I finally took the plunge today while in Threads 'n Treads (my local running store) and got some of the new roclite 308s --can't wait to try them.
I'll just have to resist a few races (and dinners)to make up the $90.
Then ironies of all ironies, got home at 4 p.m. and opened the mail --a curious letter from Trail Monster running ---At Pineland Farms, Maine Running Company had a raffle for some Inov8 shoes --I won a free pair!!! Now, to return the new shoes or not?? Maybe it's best 2 have two pairs:) Thank you, thank you, trail monster!
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Heck no! Can't return the shoes. The more the merrier! Nothing wrong with having a running shoe fetish! I find it to be natural. I have a new pair of Inov8's waiting for the right moment to break free from their box…
At this point I have no official races planned before VT. I am doing a 50 mi. training run on the 21st…
Scott --good luck with your june 21 last long run...Frank and I are hoping to do the 100K in Queens NY next weekend..since it is harsh pavement, I think it is time to try the inv8s for a few loops:) and you are right -can't return them...will need 2 pairs down the road anyway.
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