Hi. Happy JULY!? Wait… June, where are you going? Don’t leave me. Oh, alright. Time to move on to a new month and new shoes!
I got new running shoes for my birthday…. the only thing was that I had to wait two weeks until they arrived. I literally went to the local running outfitter every other day, checking to see if they had made their way in on that day’s shipment. It was as if I was a six year old, waiting for Christmas.
Alas, I got the call yesterday. My special-ordered Asics GT-2150’s – size 6.5 – were here!
My camera had quite the crush on these hotties.
Alright, seriously… running shoes. Once I was asked, “What’s one item you wouldn’t want to live without?”. My response: “my running shoes”. Without getting all metaphorical and sentimental on you now, my running shoes are – without a doubt – my favorite pair(s) of shoes in my closet.
Since my junior year of high school [when my serious love affair with running began], I’ve had 6 pairs of real running shoes – ALL Asics. I started with the Cumulus model, and since retiring that pair, I’ve been wearing the GT-2100 series. I’d say we have a pretty strong relationship after 5 years pairs.
I’ve heard the rule of thumb is to buy a new pair of running shoes every 500 miles. I believe this to be a reasonable statement, yet I don’t think I’ve been following the rules:
2130’s #2 [left]: December 2008.
2140’s [middle]: June 2009.
2150’s [right]: June 2010.
I easily run more than 500 miles a year. Look at that wear…
… and tear! I over-pronate. Can’t ya tell?
The GT-2100 series is a structured cushioning shoe, designed for over-pronation. Perhaps this is we make a great match. I can’t imagine dating wearing anything else.
My 2150’s will run with me throughout my training for my 3rd half-marathon [October 17, 2010]. Ah, what a coincidence… my Nike Women’s race shoes are pink ; )
Speaking of my up-coming race, I created a NEW PAGE for my marathon training plan which officially begins July 17th. Stay tuned for my exact training schedule & race details…
It’s almost time for the SYTYCD results show. I hope ya’ll have a relaxing holiday weekend!
Hillary
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What type of shoes do you date?
How frequently do you ‘see’ other shoes — every 500 miles?
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LOVE the pink. I love my Asics. They’re my first pair, but I’m in love!!
Why are your shoes so WHITE!? My old shoes are so beat up even though I avoid all dirt, mud, etc. I do use my old running shoes to walk and cross train in though. <3 ASICS!!
those are the CUTEST new shoes! i want pink sneakers next. i date asics too! love them.
Oh, these are pretty!
I’m currently over the 500 mile mark… I need new running shoes badly!
FUN! I love getting new running shoes!
They’re PINK! I love it. My Asics are purple and I’m absolutely in love. I’ve never had a better running shoe.
I have had success with Asics, but I recently switched over to a pair of Brooks that just mold to my feet! They’re heavenly… I have really narrow feet, and they fit them just perfectly while helping out my severe pronation tendency. I try to replace them every 3-4 months…
Those shoes are so cute – I love the pink! I have a pair of Saucony now. I got them at a running shoe store where they help you pick out the shoe to be sure it fits your foot, running style, etc. – what a fun experience! Enjoy the new shoes!
Girl, you better watch out – I wear a 6.5 and those pink shoes are CUTE! :)
I love Mizunos – right now I have the Mizuno Wave Alchemy shoes. I really like them!
I’m a bum when it comes to that 500 miles rule. Running shoes are pretty expensive so I try to keep them as long as my feet don’t hurt. I had to buy a new pair this spring after two years of running. Now that I’m training for my first half-marathon, I’ll probably have to buy a new pair at the end of summer though. Bah, it’s worth the cost! :)
Love the new shoes!
I am currently in Mizunos for the first time. Love ’em!
I will probably replace these ladies before my 1/2 marathon. I think my aim is 2 pairs of shoes a year (every 6 months), soI think that puts me around the 500 mile mark.
As a new runner, I specifically bought my latest pair of shoes just for running. They are the “Equipments” from Adidas. I realllly like them and they are serving me well. I’ll let you know if I do the 500 miles thing — as of current, I usually just get a new pair when the other pair starts to get too torn up — most of my wear and tear used to be from volleyball, so I think it took longer to wear out!
I LOVE Asics too! I actually wear the GT-2100 series too! I have a problem with overpronation as well. I dig holes in my shoes in a pretty similar spot! Funny.
I like that you keep all your shoes. They all look nice together lined up, all different colors, haha : )
Oh no, I think your date might be cheating on you because I date Asics too! LOL, I am definitely a loyal Asics lover too – haven’t run in anything else in the past 5 years! I’m an over-pronator as well so most of the models I buy have the extra support in them. Your new ones are so so so cute, I’m incredibly jealous!
I used to get Asics all the time too! But one time, they guy had me try on Saucony and I haven’t switched back since. Have you tried any of their pairs on before? It’s a really similar fit. I seriously over pronate too :(
I have only had Asics too!! I envy all the different kinds you have had. When I go in, they give me the exact same pair every single time!
Love those pink babies! I recently had to break up with my Asics because they just weren’t lasting long enough for me. I love the cushion in them, but would only get about 4 months out of them before my knees really started to hurt. I now run in Mizunos and love the wave plate in them. I also have a pair of Brooks that I alternate with. I’m still trying to find the model that I’ll stick with.
I have always had good luck with Asics. Your shoes are awesome! Love the pink. :D
Oh man, those shoes are SOO nice! I just got a new pair of Asics too, lime green and white. So pretty!
I’m an Asics girl myself. I pretty much only buy Asics for my running shoes, they are just awesome, and I’ve never really had any problems with them! I usually buy new ones every 6 months or so, or when I feel like I need to (or if I see a nice pair in the store… hahaha :) )
AH!! Those are soooooo cute!! You just reminded me that I am due for a new pair!! Have fun running with those babies!!
Asics loyal since 2003!
Hillary,
We need to run together over in my neck of the woods, and your shoes will not be that white!! Mine last for 300 – 500 miles, depending on the time of year. I find that helps prevent injuries: shin splints, achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis. I wear Mizunos. I have been told that alternating shoes each day is best, as it takes 48 hours for a pair to “recover” from your run , just like we need time to recover. I think that works! I try to always have 2 pairs on hand. Right now, one pair smells like SKUNK as my 3 dogs got sprayed this morning on my run! UGH! I also saw a snake and a scorpion! Yesterday, I was in Arcata picking up my son from BB camp at HSU, so I got to run on your lovely beach. I could’ve run forever!
I try to alternate between my shoes, too. Plus, you always need a couple pairs so you have one that matches your outfit ; )
First of all, sorry for commenting on a million posts this morning. ;) haha
Anyway, I LOVE these shoes. I actually just ordered a new pair of 2150’s and tried to get them in pink but they were unfortunately back-ordered. I really needed a new pair and so I didn’t want to wait. But the pink ones are so cute! I’ve been running in this series forever — since before it was in the 20s. I think once you find the type of shoe that works for you, you have to stick with it. Good luck with the start of marathon training!