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Old 02-17-2011, 09:19 AM   #1
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New Running Shoes for One Who Pronates

I am in need of new running shoes. It has been far to long since I bought a pair. Looking for suggestions.

I have high arches.

I pronate pretty significantly.

My feet are fairly small and narrow.

Rather than try on every shoe in the region... I'm hoping to reduce it down to a list of shoes that are geared to one fitting my description above ideally with positive reviews from people I'm pretty sure exist in the real world and aren't paid by the makers/ distributors... etc.

Thoughts?
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Old 02-17-2011, 09:27 AM   #2
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As I am researching online i find information for high arches- underpronates, or low arches- over pronates, but I truly have very high arches and my feet roll inward... I pronate. I'm not finding much that addresses both.
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Old 02-17-2011, 09:29 AM   #3
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read "born to run" by christopher mcdougall before you spend a penny on running shoes
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Old 02-17-2011, 09:33 AM   #4
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I am flat-footed and I over-pronate. I put in cheap Dr Scholl inserts and then taught myself to walk on the outside of my foot. I just stayed 100% conscious of my gate when I walked...I usually took hour long walks. I ended up re-training my muscles.

Its a thought.

Are you knock kneed?
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Old 02-17-2011, 11:43 AM   #5
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Are you knock kneed?
Not the sort of question one usually asks... made me lol

I think it should be a tagline.

The Cellar: Are you knock-kneed?

::still laughing::

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Old 02-17-2011, 12:25 PM   #6
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Thats funny. Its my user title now.
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Old 02-17-2011, 12:37 PM   #7
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lol... you know... I don't know... I suspect it is a result of weak ankles to be honest.

I will look for the book. Thanks!
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Old 02-18-2011, 06:58 AM   #8
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What kind of surfaces do you run on?

If you live in a moderate climate, you might try running sandals. Lunas come highly recommended, and can be custom made. They are from a company started by Barefoot Ted (of Born to Run fame). He used to sell kits from his website. Vibram Five Fingers are a good option for minimal running shoes, too.

Merrell and Salomon are good "traditional" running shoes. They are weak on the wide-width selection, but that doesn't affect you. The big brands can be okay, but go for something with no correction and minimal padding--You have to go without to correct the problems. I hate seeing people wear those fucking Nike shoes with the big fucking springs on the bottom.

I can second the recommendation for Born to Run. Your local library probably has a copy or two. There are at least half a dozen at mine, because of the crazy trail running community.

I used to pronate pretty severely. Focusing on form and keeping relaxed instead of trying for speed helps. Strength and forming correct muscle memory go a long way.
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Old 02-18-2011, 12:13 PM   #9
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http://www.zappos.com/nike-lunarglid...tinum-platinum

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A versatile distance running shoe that is designed to accommodate a wide range of runners, from under-pronators through moderate overpronators.
I don't really know, I am just going by description.I prefer a tiny Puma, if any, but from selling experience Nike's run small and New Balance for women was a highly popular athletic shoe.

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Old 02-18-2011, 01:30 PM   #10
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Old 02-18-2011, 01:59 PM   #11
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I like my chucks, but they are a tiny bit narrow.
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Old 02-18-2011, 04:14 PM   #12
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Your best bet is to go to a good running store and have yourself properly fitted. Ask your local high school or college running coach. They'll tell you the stores with knowledgable help.
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Old 02-18-2011, 05:19 PM   #13
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Your best bet is to go to a good running store and have yourself properly fitted. Ask your local high school or college running coach. They'll tell you the stores with knowledgable help.
And if they try to sell you anything with a thick, padded sole or huge heel wedge, run away (barefoot, if you have to (which is really best, anyway)).
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Old 02-18-2011, 05:38 PM   #14
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Seriously, read the book before you spend a penny.
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Old 02-18-2011, 08:23 PM   #15
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spend a penny.
did you know that's a Brit euphemism for peeing?
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