Question:
I've been running on and off for two years - sometimes due to
injuries, sometimes due to committing more to other sports.
The thing is, my favourite and least injury-inducing shoe appeared to
be my Puma Sprint shoes - very lightweight, simple light leather
construction with a snug fit and minimal EVA cushioning, but very
flexible. I had a bit of tightness around my ankles the first couple
of times I used them, but afterwards they were great. I usually run
on mountain trails.
Switching to 'real' running shoes was not very nice for the mountains,
as I recall my foot was always 'swimming' in the shoe. The Sprints
were pretty flat, while my asics GT-2110 were cushioned, curvy and
tilted in all sorts of ways that made it difficult for me to run
properly on the uneven surface.
Furthermore, when going on the flat, or downhill, the excessive high
heel of running shoes is uncomfortable. It forces me to touch with my
heel first, which I dislike - especially when going downhill. Why do
the latest running shoe models have such high heels? It certainly
does not help in a propulsive way, it just puts your foot in an
awkward position.
Answer:See I just bought a pair of those (2110's) to use as an alternate
shoe. They were fairly inexpesive so I thought I would give them a try
and if I didn't like them as a running shoe they look ok enough to be
a casual shoe. Anyway, I have not experienced any of the frustrations
with the shoe that you mentioned. I'm not saying your wrong but just
pointing out that its important to find the shoes for you. The ones
you had before worked for you, although the general populus must not
have been happy with that shoe. Thats why they changed. Its hard to
replace a shoe that you like when it gets discontinued. Most people
stick with a shoe for as long as possible. I would just got to a
running store (if one is available) and try and as many shoes as
possible. Alot of running store will let you (if the weather is ok)
test drive the shoe around the parking lot (or at least around the
store). Don't be afraid to try on every one from every brand if
needed.
