What brand of sneakers to you wear?

[Kirbyfan]

My wife loves her Nike Shox...

I have K-Swiss and they have been fine for me. I dont put much stock in sneakers, they all seem pretty similar to me but sandals, those can make a big difference.

[NorthMinnesota]

Originally Posted by Ginger

I don't like New Balance. My son LOVES them, I just don't like how they look. I don't like any canvas runner. (we call them all "running shoes" up here, vs. sneakers or tennis shoes ) Mine have to be all leather, and they have to stay white. As soon as they start getting dirty-looking, they are old news and I get a new pair. It's a weird thing, I know.

I have ankle/knee joint issues, so usually spend a lot on my running shoes. Right now my favorite are these:



But next time I drive across the line (next month) I"m going to pick up a pair of these:

Ginger..be careful with the Nikes, especially Shox. Erinn had lots of trouble with them in regards to her arthritis. The HS bball team had Shox as the team shoe a few years ago.They had lots of injuries and problems so they were scrapped fairly quickly. Several teams had trouble with them and there was a story on the news about them. I would hope they tweaked the design a little since then, though.

[DavidB]

In college the track team wore Nikes. I still buy mostly Nikes but do have a few pair of New Balance now. I looked at the Nike shocks but thought they were too heavy and didn't like that much heel. It's hard to run on your toes with that big of a heel.

[T.J.]

I usually buy New Balance. That is the brand of running shoe I just retired. My new running shoes are a new brand to me. Asics, so far I love them.

I pretty much only wear sneakers for running and Basketball. Otherwise I'm in my flip flops or my Rockports (chucka's)

[bufante]

I swear by Adidas. My last several pairs have been great.

We have a running store here that does a great job finding you a shoe for running comfort. Bring in your old shoes, so they can look at the wear and the tread, and tell them what hurts or feels good, and they will suggest a shoe for you.

[Marman]

I provided the Athletic Director to our local college his vehicle (of choice) to drive from our dealership. In return he stocks me with the lastest Nike crosstrainers and workout gear and of course tickets. I'm too cheap to buy myself a pair of $120 plus Nike's, but when they are FREE, well thats another story~!

[PlayaLove]

I wear Nike 5.0 the ones you wear without socks,I love these for the gym My hubby prefers New Balance. Buttttttt,,,,,we both would rather live in our sandals,I'm with Papa T no shoes is best.

[T.J.]

Originally Posted by bufante

We have a running store here that does a great job finding you a shoe for running comfort. Bring in your old shoes, so they can look at the wear and the tread, and tell them what hurts or feels good, and they will suggest a shoe for you.

That is a great idea.

[Loreeiam]

Nike or New Balance, whichever is cuter

[kingsfan]

I love Nike cross trainers for lifting and adidas for running. I had asics but prefer adidas.

[knapthyme]

So I'm working out at Gold's tonight as part of my futile attempt to get bathing suit ready by the end of March and what happens?!?! Sneaker blowout! I remembered Mikey mentioned Pumas when I saw these cuties:



The website says they "create a comfortable, cushioned ride," which is definitely important for my workout, but I remember too that it was mentioned the Pumas are big with the kids. Am I too "old" for Pumas? I certainly don't want to come off looking like an older woman trying to look younger! Help!

[alwaysmissinpdc]

I wear Nike's, but have heard that New Balance is most recommended by orthopedists. I'm thinking about trying some on cause I need better shock absorbers!

[nng88]

Originally Posted by knapthyme

So I'm working out at Gold's tonight as part of my futile attempt to get bathing suit ready by the end of March and what happens?!?! Sneaker blowout! I remembered Mikey mentioned Pumas when I saw these cuties:



The website says they "create a comfortable, cushioned ride," which is definitely important for my workout, but I remember too that it was mentioned the Pumas are big with the kids. Am I too "old" for Pumas? I certainly don't want to come off looking like an older woman trying to look younger! Help!

if you like them and they feel good you are not too old!



i alternate between new balance for serious workouts & sketchers....

but i really like sketchers...they have so many kool styles

[knapthyme]

Originally Posted by alwaysmissinpdc

I wear Nike's, but have heard that New Balance is most recommended by orthopedists. I'm thinking about trying some on cause I need better shock absorbers!

Is this the nice way of telling me I'm too old!

[knapthyme]

Originally Posted by nng88

if you like them and they feel good you are not too old!



i alternate between new balance for serious workouts & sketchers....

but i really like sketchers...they have so many kool styles

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Thanks! I think 43 has me paranoid for some reason!
I've seen some real cute sketchers too... I'm loving the little spring styles!

[alwaysmissinpdc]

Originally Posted by knapthyme

Is this the nice way of telling me I'm too old!

Wouldn't tell you anything I wouldn't tell myself, We are the same age, and I'm not trying on pumas

[Woodman]

Converse for me.

[alwaysmissinpdc]

Originally Posted by Woodman

Converse for me.

OK, what would you like us to talk about?