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Howdy!
Happy Saturday night. Anything exciting planned? I’m wearing my favorite faded ex-college sweats and am laying low. I’ve been feeling under the weather lately; between all the packing, driving, errands, and unpacking, I’m pooped.
Anyway, today one of my errands included going to Fleet Feet to possibly buy a new pair of running shoes. Since I’ve had some knee pain lately, and just started training for half marathon #4, I think I am due for a new pair.
My typical rule of thumb for buying new running shoes is roughly every 500 miles or 6 months.
I’ve been sporting Asics for several years [since my first season of cross country in ‘05]. I’ve been very pleased with them all around; however, as I runner, I’m always eyeing others’ fancy schmancy athletic footwear. Today I tried on a few other brands at the store to see if something else was comparable to what I’m used to. No luck. The girl helping me confirmed that I’m running in the right shoe. I think I’m an Asics 2100 model for life ;)
Asics 2130: I think these are my favorite color of them all. I’ve had 2 pairs; though, both of which are retired/trashed.
Asics 2140: these are on their very last miles – so sad.
Asics 2150: I’ve had these pretty pink ladies since July [see My Running Shoe Relationship], and they ran with me all throughout my NWM training.
The Asics 2160’s are now out, but I’m not a fan of any of the colors =/ I’m leaning towards a second pair of the 50’s. I’ve never been a fan of purple… what’s your opinion?
Boring and ugly or cute and simple?
I’m going to go finish unpacking my life, maybe read a few pages, sip tea… a.k.a. be the old grandma in me.
Night,
Hill
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You are very lucky to have found your running shoe, I am still working on it. I have to say, though, that I LOVE the purple 2150’s in the picture. I might have to stop by my local running store and see if they have any. Good luck with your pick.
Purple is my FAVORITE running shoe color. Sadly, my purple Asics (gel kayano) have long retired to “elliptical-only” status :(. They were more silvery+grey+purple though.
I am due for new shoes too. I want someone to examine my running before I buy another pair. I think my current ones are messing with my minor injuries.
I really like the purple! Definitely cute and simple. I run in Brooks. I used to use Mizuno’s, but the lady during my most recent trip told me to get Brooks. I loved the Mizuno’s because they were so light…I miss them :(
How many miles did you put on your old Asics before you started getting knee trouble? Just wondering because I have about 400 miles on mine and am starting to get knee pains. I’m not sure if I’m just thinking that because I know that you are suppose to get new shoes every 300-500 miles, lol.
Enjoy your “grandma evening”! I’m doing the exact same thing and it’s amazing!!
I actually like Asics quite a lot. I might be partial because I’ve been wearing them for something like 5 years as well. I am currently running in the Gel Kayanos 16 in that same purple color combination. I had never had purple shoes before but they grew on me. And I rotate them with the Gel Kayanos 15 in red. Because if it ain’t broken, don’t change it! ;-)
Mizunos are the only shoe I run in or else I will get injured. Who cares what a shoe looks like as long as it’s getting the job done and keeping you injury free right? :)
By the way, I am loving the purple!
I love the color purple — although I don’t think I’d like it for running shoes. Pink is more my style!
I run in New Balance right now, although I’ll be looking for a new brand pretty soon. It’s not that I don’t like them — I just don’t love them. I’m def. due for a new pair though!
Hope you enjoyed your night! I spent mine playing games on the computer with my son and my Mom — so I was embracing my inner grandma too. ;)
I have run in those same shoes for 7 years! Too funny – I also got two pair of those 2130s! I loved them. In October I purchased Brooks Ghost 2. They’re great too so far. It’s the only shoe I like equally as well.
I usually run in the Nike Pegasus, but I need new shoes too. I like the pink or blue ones way better than the purple ones. This time, I want to go to a specialty running store & get their recommendations based on how I run or even try Vibrams.
I just bought new running shoes yesterday, too!
I run in Brooks Launch, and yesterday I decided to opt for the neon yellow variety! I am so excited for them to arrive!
I’ve never been a purple girl, either. In my mind, don’t replace it if it ain’t broke ;) Love Asics!
I am so clueless when it comes to running shoes. I’ve only been running for a little under a year, so I’ve only had to change shoes twice and I just ask the salesperson what is best for me and then I just keep buying that shoe. It’s worked fine for me so far. :]
I run in Brooks ghost stability shoes – they are new and I love them!
I follow the same rule with changing my running shoes. I only wear Asics. I just retired my 2150s in November and moved to the 2160s. I got the blue ones because the purple ones didn’t thrill me either. I really like the blue ones, though. They have cute flowers and swirls on the inside!
http://www.konasports.com/ProductImages/RMS-4/WON-0182_White-Charco-250.jpg
i like yellow!
I think they’re cute, but purple is my fave color so I’m a little biased!
I LOVE new running shoes. It’s one of my favorite things. I’ve really wanted Asics, but I always go back to New Balance; I have really narrow feet. Hope you feel better.
Too funny – I’ve been in Asics since high school and also kept upgrading (from 2100 to 2150). Haven’t tried the 60’s yet. This line really works for me; I don’t think I’ll switch unless I have problems. I once tried the Asics Gel Kayanos (sp?) because they were supposed to be “better”, but they killed my knees. I guess I’ve bred my body to run in the 21’s!
I have one pair for week runs and one pair for long runs – Saucony’s and Adidas, respectively. So important to throw out old shoes!
I’ve never heard of this strategy – cool idea!
I’m an Asics runner, too. I’ve tried New Balance and Adidas, but I definitely love my Asics. :-)
I REALLY like the purple ones a lot!
I’ve always worn Asiscs as well, and I just got a pair of those purple 2150’s and I love them!
Q: Are they truly ‘plum’, or are they bright purple?
I think the purple in the picture is a little darker than the purple on the actual shoes, but they are definitely not bright purple! :)
I’ve been a dedicated Asiscs wearer for many years…until my last shoe shopping trip! I tried on a bunch of different pairs and a pair of Mizunos fit my foot and my gait the best. The owner of the running store said our feet change…especially as runners!
Which Asics and Mizunos? :)
I think that the purple is cute! I have sadly given up all control of what running shoes look like to the people who I trust at my running store who fit me! I currently am rocking a pair of shoes that I think are an awful orange color, but always get compliments on! :)
I heart orange.
I am in need of some new shoes, too! I am usually a devout Adidas follower, but my last pair were New Balance and they seemed to get the job done. I guess I will have to go shopping and see what is out there :)
I’m not a huge fan of pink running shoes! I run in the Asics 2150’s you have pictured :) I love them!
Do you run in the pink or purple 50s? :)
I run in the purple 50’s! What ones do you run in?!?!
I run in gray Asics, they’re the best tennis shoes I’ve ever worn!
I love Asics – they’re honestly the best running shoe I’ve tried out and I’ve been all over the board for brand names. I’m on my third pair now and I think I’m in the same boat – asics fo’ lyfe, yo.
I’m digging the purple ones because those happen to be what I’m lacing up every day myself!