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hey i am a cross sountry runner and i have piick the nike shox they r a good pair of soes and they will last and ther a some what light so it is up to u

All of the Nike+ shoes are designed for running. You will probably need to try on the Air Max 180 and see if it will work for you. The weight is under 12 ounces which is reasonable for a training shoe.

My foot tends to like Saucony shoes, but I will try the Nike+ models and find a good fit. If not, I'll take a Dremel to my Sauconys.

I got the Nike Air Zoom +, and I think they are the most comfortable running shoes I ever had... but... everyone is different. Try them on in the store, and even run around for a while. I got a few weird looks when I did that, but most will understand that you are testing them.

If you buy them, walk around your house for a few days to see if they are ok before running outside because most stores have a strict return policy when it comes to dirty sneakers.

Good luck! And I hope you find the right shoe!


Ken

I have always been a NikeGirl but recently was told by a running store which fitted my feet to buy Saucony which I did for the first time. Now that Nike+ came out, I got a pair of Nike Shox. They are just as good.

Good Luck.

Back with Nike!!

Remember for running you want to purchase the shoes about a size bigger than casual shoes. Feet swell and expand while running. The Shox Turg Oh+ are great shoes by the way.

Ken: I also have the Air Zoom Plus......had them 5 weeks, they've done 150 miles and the rear shock pads have completely collapsed causing a calf injury......not impressed. All my trainers are Nike, I think there might be a manufacturing/design issue.....I'm only 165 pounds.

Going back to the store tomorrow.

PS: I agree they are super comfortable....just don't run in them LMAO

Oh my.....

I've only got about 35 miles on mine... is that what I'm going to expect????

I do know that when I run over gravel, I hear the rocks hitting the plastic on the rear pad, and it sounds like they might pop. I'm about 173 pounds.

What is the warranty on these??? Please let me know how you make out.


Ken

I have the Air Zoom Moire shoes. So far they're great...
I also tried on the Shox and the Air Max 360's, but they didn't feel quite as comfortable...
You should just try them in the store...

The most critical issue in a running shoe is that it matches the structure of your foot and your gait. Most people overpronate and need some kind of a motion control shoe. Others need a stability shoe, and neutral runners do best with a straight cushioning shoe.

Nike is very smart with this Nike+ system - it will probably sell them a lot of shoes. I have nothing against Nike, and I love the Nike+ system with my iPod. Unfortunately, Nike shoes don't work well for me personally. I am also surprised that Nike fails to list the type of shoe on their website (cushioning, motion control, or stability). Brooks shoes are the best match for me, so that is what I stick with. I just have to rig the sensor in my trusty Brooks ground pounders.

My advice to anyone who plans on doing a lot of running is to go to a very good specialty running shop, where knowledgeable staff can watch your gait as you run and tell you what kind of shoe you need. Then try on a variety of shoes of different brands and get the one that fits and feels best. This will go a long way in preventing injuries and keeping you running pain free. Here in the Phoenix area we have the Runner's Den (in the top ten running shops in the nation).

If, after doing all this, one of the Nike shoes fits the bill - great! Otherwise cut a small slit in the tongue of your running shoe and pop the sensor in. You can close it with a few stitches to hold it in place until your shoes are miled out (about 400 miles). estimate how many miles you run each week, project out to 400 miles (for me that is about six months), then mark your calendar for when you need a new pair of running shoes.

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I would not recommend the air max 180 for running. The wear and tear simply kills the shoe, and it did not last very long. I put in about 3 miles a day on the track and in about 3 weeks the heel part of the shoe had torn. Keep in mind that I am just running on a all weather surface track too. I have had teammates go through the same thing too.

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sorry,

i would recommend moire.

Totally agree. Since we know that the Sport Kit works with any brand of running shoes, the first consideration for anyone buying new shoes should be which ones are right for their running style, not brand. As stated above, the best advice is to go to a store that specializes in running shoes and have them give you a thorough evaluation. They'll measure your feet, watch you walk, etc. If they just ask for your size, that's a good sign that you're not in the right place.

People generally give up on running for two reasons, either they start off doing too much too soon, or they're not wearing the right shoes (or both). Either can lead to injury and frustration.

I'm not a Nike basher... they may be perfect for some people. Just remember, the coolest shoes may not be the best for your feet.

I wrote an article for new runners which covers this topic at:
http://podophile.com/2006/07/17/5-essential-tips-for-new-runners/

Hope this helps.

Ken: Nike replaced them in about 10 seconds after they came out of the bag. They reckon it was a failure specific to my pair rather than absolute design failure.

i have the turb ohs and i like them...very comfortable...etc