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Avoid Karrimor Trainers
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Stuuuuuu
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Experiencenced marathon runner here. There's no point in buying anything other than Asics in my view.
Stuuuuuu
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Experiencenced marathon runner here. There's no point in buying anything other than Asics in my view.
Pokes28
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I used to wear nothing but Asics, but 4 years ago or so, they changed and they increased nearly a full ounce in weight from the previous year. That was the last I ever even tried on a pair. I spent a year going through various shoes as I was really changing my gait and eliminating my pronation. Now i am very loyal to the Brooks Pure Flows. They are neutral, weigh only about 6 ounces per shoe (half that of the Asics I used to wear) and they have a 4 mm heel drop which I find is perfect for me and they cost $100 as opposed to $150 for the Asics.
I've never heard of Karrimor. I wonder if they are even sold over here.
I've never heard of Karrimor. I wonder if they are even sold over here.
Stuuuuuu said:Experiencenced marathon runner here. There's no point in buying anything other than Asics in my view.
What a stupid thing to say - and an 'experienced marathon runner' should know better!
ColinBellsjockstrap
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117 M34 said:Stuuuuuu said:Experiencenced marathon runner here. There's no point in buying anything other than Asics in my view.
What a stupid thing to say - and an 'experienced marathon runner' should know better!
Yes, Asics are an excellent brand, but certainly are not the only one.
Brooks, New Balance to name but two.
Rodney Marsh's Hair
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SiMCFC said:I bought some Karrimor walking shoes a few years ago as we were going on holiday and doing quite a big walk (Samaria Gorge) and didn't want to take my boots, big mistake, the quality of the shoes led to a collapsed arch as there wasn't adequate thickness of sole etc, still in pain with it now, bastards!
Being the silly bugger I am, I walked Samaria Gorge in air of espadrilles!! It was about 13 miles over rocks and I was never so happy to see the sea at the end of the trek.
Ed68
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The name is a play on Carry More.
It's because they are made to transport the typical SD customer so need to be able to carry more. They are not athletic wear by any stretch of the imagination, they just look that way. Their shoes offer as much protection for your body as those fake sunglasses you can buy on a beach abroad offer your eyes.
It's because they are made to transport the typical SD customer so need to be able to carry more. They are not athletic wear by any stretch of the imagination, they just look that way. Their shoes offer as much protection for your body as those fake sunglasses you can buy on a beach abroad offer your eyes.
SiMCFC
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Rodney Marsh's Hair said:SiMCFC said:I bought some Karrimor walking shoes a few years ago as we were going on holiday and doing quite a big walk (Samaria Gorge) and didn't want to take my boots, big mistake, the quality of the shoes led to a collapsed arch as there wasn't adequate thickness of sole etc, still in pain with it now, bastards!
Being the silly bugger I am, I walked Samaria Gorge in air of espadrilles!! It was about 13 miles over rocks and I was never so happy to see the sea at the end of the trek.
Braver than me! It crippled my feet for the next 2 years haha, I know what you mean though, relief when you get to the harbour!
Karrimor are a British brand, started off making back packs and other outdoor or mountain gear and have now moved onto spotswear, i'v only ever bought cycling shirts and shorts off them, don't think they will ever crack the USA marketPokes28 said:I used to wear nothing but Asics, but 4 years ago or so, they changed and they increased nearly a full ounce in weight from the previous year. That was the last I ever even tried on a pair. I spent a year going through various shoes as I was really changing my gait and eliminating my pronation. Now i am very loyal to the Brooks Pure Flows. They are neutral, weigh only about 6 ounces per shoe (half that of the Asics I used to wear) and they have a 4 mm heel drop which I find is perfect for me and they cost $100 as opposed to $150 for the Asics.
I've never heard of Karrimor. I wonder if they are even sold over here.
What shoes to run in is uniquely personal. Like many products, you pay for the name as much as anything. If they are comfortable and work for you , they are the right shoes. I am a long term runner and athletics club member. I am on my third identical pair of Karrimor Tempo 4 trail runners. They are great offroad and the most comfortable shoes I've ever had and when these wear out, assuming Karrimor haven't discontinued this model, I will buy my 4th pair. I need a new pair of road shoes however, and I have an open mind about this. I will try Karrimor's road shoes but if they don't work for me I'll buy something else.
Tragic meat van guy
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What shoes to run in is uniquely personal. Like many products, you pay for the name as much as anything. If they are comfortable and work for you , they are the right shoes. I am a long term runner and athletics club member. I am on my third identical pair of Karrimor Tempo 4 trail runners. They are great offroad and the most comfortable shoes I've ever had and when these wear out, assuming Karrimor haven't discontinued this model, I will buy my 4th pair. I need a new pair of road shoes however, and I have an open mind about this. I will try Karrimor's road shoes but if they don't work for me I'll buy something else.
I like it when someone takes their time to give a well thought out response ;-)
FantasyIreland
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Proper dodgy.....I like it when someone takes their time to give a well thought out response ;-)
FantasyIreland
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Some blokes would be lost without their Mrs.....;-)I spent a good whack on a pair of Skechers, worn them twice, they are crap, now on Ebay or Gumtree or whatever the Mrs has put them on
Lol, your not wrong, i'm friggin useless the older i getSome blokes would be lost without their Mrs.....;-)
Had a mooch around Decathlon near the Etihad today, their choice of Karrimor trainers and shoes is mind bogglingWhat shoes to run in is uniquely personal. Like many products, you pay for the name as much as anything. If they are comfortable and work for you , they are the right shoes. I am a long term runner and athletics club member. I am on my third identical pair of Karrimor Tempo 4 trail runners. They are great offroad and the most comfortable shoes I've ever had and when these wear out, assuming Karrimor haven't discontinued this model, I will buy my 4th pair. I need a new pair of road shoes however, and I have an open mind about this. I will try Karrimor's road shoes but if they don't work for me I'll buy something else.
Machiavelli
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Apparently Adidas Originals are all the rage.
Barcon
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I just walked all over Lisbon and Porto in a pair of vans and now my legs and hip are buggered. I need orthotics apparently but they are very expensive so I bought a pair of new balance walking shoes. Hopefully I don't have to run from anyone or anything in them.
Stuuuuuu
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^ If you need orthotics, does that mean you're an over-pronator? If so, you could do with a pair of Asics GT2000 (or similar stability shoe) which will solve the problem.