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I went for a brisk walk around the block yesterday evening after having consumed my tea. I wore my usual shoes that I wear to work which are comfortable and great for usual day wear.
However, it's a large block (just under a mile) and by the time I got back to the house I found my heels were quite sore. I was planning on two laps but would never have made it. Obviously my work shoes are unsuitable for this sort of brisk, exercise type walking. I probably walk more than that during a day in the office but not all in one go.
So - Should I be wearing a pair of good trainers, or walking shoes, or what? I'm planning on doing this regularly each evening after my food so want something that's going to be good, comfortable and not knacker my tootsies (and not too expensive). Nothing I've got is really suitable.
Suggestions/Advice?
I'd either get some light walking shoes/boots (i.e. not professional ones, but some semi trainer/hiking shoes), or what I find very very comfy are Vans types of trainers. Maybe some Timberland-type of shoes might work out well? I'd go something with a harder sole but soft lining inside - the hard sole protects your heel/foot from harsh shocks, and the lining makes it comfy to wear. :)
Richard Slater
24-10-2007, 09:12
I personally live in trainers and I do a fair bit of walking, don't spend more than £30. Top Tip: go down to the shops find one you like, then go find it on the internet can be as much as £20-40 saving on a £50-100 pair of trainers.
I'd wear trainers if it's pavement and road. Shoes with soles any harder than them I find really hammer my knees. With trainers I find no matter what the price if they are comfy the first time you put them on then they are 'the ones'.
I personally wear Caterpillars nearly all the time but a decent pair of trainers will cost you a lot less.
For walking, I use the same as I do when I ride - some nice, thick-soled skate shoes. They don't give good enough ankle support for when you're walking on soft ground, but for urban walking, they're great
Admiral Huddy
24-10-2007, 11:39
Serves you right for nicking my shoes :p
Matblack
24-10-2007, 12:04
My Berghaus trainers were some of the most comfortable walking shoes I ever owned, used them for walking miles at a time in New York and was gutted when they died.
http://www.nomadtravel.co.uk/catalog/view/berghaus-gusto-xtrainer-mens
MB
I've got my old pair of Reeboks at home which I'll dig out and see how they feel tonight.
A pair of comfy trainers seems to be the way to go though. I like the look of those, MB, but as with anything like this, I'd need to find a pair somewhere and try them for comfort before I commit.
Serves you right for nicking my shoes :p
At last, my innocence is acknowledged! :D
http://www.milletsports.co.uk/productmore.php?pid=13930
^^ They're my work boots.
Not sure how they'd be for walking in, I'm just showing them off cos they're ace.
http://www.milletsports.co.uk/productmore.php?pid=13930
^^ They're my work boots.
Not sure how they'd be for walking in, I'm just showing them off cos they're ace.
They look strange....probably because I'm used to my bog standard Magnums
http://www.milletsports.co.uk/productmore.php?pid=11013
Foxy huh!?
Blackstar
25-10-2007, 23:06
http://www.hewats.com/prod.php?sec=2&pid=73
I've got these for working on sites. They are quite possibly the most comfy things ever, great for walking in as well.
Also because for some reason finding steel toe cap boots that don't make you look like a builder and are small enough.
They look strange....probably because I'm used to my bog standard Magnums
http://www.milletsports.co.uk/productmore.php?pid=11013
Foxy huh!?
I've just upgraded from bog standard Magnums, the slipper of the boot world, to the Gucci-ier ones which are like having clouds made out of beer surrounding your feet.
Del Lardo
26-10-2007, 01:21
I cannot recommend Merrell Jungle Mocs highly enough. I buy a new pair once a year and then live in them day in day out. Suitable for most occasions and very comfortable. I've walked 10 miles in a pair reaching the end of their life and my feet were fine. Alas the same could not be said about my legs.
Wellington
26-10-2007, 12:58
Pair of trainer's, can walk for miles in them
Treefrog
28-10-2007, 02:52
Lightweight hiking shoes or boots ftw. They'll also serve you well on the occasional off-tarmac rambles too. My local TK Maxx tends to have a few pairs at a decent price.
Converse all the way, can walk for miles in them :)
You won't be able to about the first half a dozen times you walk any distance in them, but after that your feet will have hardened up.
I don't want my feet to harden up, I like having feet that are as soft as a babies bum.
I swear I have developed leather on my soles of my feet. Well at least they match my callused hands! :p
http://www.hewats.com/prod.php?sec=2&pid=73
I've got these for working on sites. They are quite possibly the most comfy things ever, great for walking in as well.
Also because for some reason finding steel toe cap boots that don't make you look like a builder and are small enough.
Major thread resurrection time, Blackstar, these still being good for you? I need another new pair of comfy things for my plates.
I didn't realise how old this thread was until I got to the bottom, have you seen these (http://www.swissmasai.co.uk/Default.aspx?lang=en-GB)? They look a bit odd but apparently simulate walking on soft surfaces (sand, soil etc) with bare feet.
Oooo, I hadn't realised it was exactly a year to the day from the original post to my revival.
Yes, I've seen MBTs, my brother has a pair. They make him look like he's wearing surgical boots!
I had they magnums Pebby!
And ZOMG aren't they comfy!?!!?!! Plus you can kick arse in them easliy! :D
Trainers are awesome runners - if you're looking at walking and hiking though it'd probably best to get some ankle type caterpillar walkers :) Much better heal support and if you get into walking and wanna go for a trek over the hills you don't have to worry about breaking your ankle on rocks and schtoof.
Speaking of running... I have to run again.
I may put my running trainers on at this rate..
I had they magnums Pebby!
And ZOMG aren't they comfy!?!!?!! Plus you can kick arse in them easliy! :D
Trainers are awesome runners - if you're looking at walking and hiking though it'd probably best to get some ankle type caterpillar walkers :) Much better heal support and if you get into walking and wanna go for a trek over the hills you don't have to worry about breaking your ankle on rocks and schtoof.
Speaking of running... I have to run again.
I may put my running trainers on at this rate..OI you, not til you're better. SIDDOWN!!!! :p
OI you, not til you're better. SIDDOWN!!!! :p
But but but but but if I don't run... there will be accidents!
See: http://www.boat-drinks.co.uk/showthread.php?t=9490
;D
Von Smallhausen
24-10-2008, 18:55
What size do you take Feek ?
11. Sometimes 10, but generally 11.
Von Smallhausen
25-10-2008, 18:31
I have a pair of Adidas GSG-9 boots in a 10 that I have worn about half a dozen times max. You are welcome to them if you want. Very comfortable.
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