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Cat

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(Msg. 1) Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2003 6:29 am
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I've read recommendations to buy new walking shoes every 4 months, but this
seems excessive (AND hard on the budget!)

I've had my shoes around 8 months or so. They still seem *like new* although
I walk anywhere from 2 to 5 miles a day.

Suggestions?

Cat

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Beverly

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(Msg. 2) Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2003 11:10 am
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"Cat" wrote in message

> I've read recommendations to buy new walking shoes every 4 months, but
this
> seems excessive (AND hard on the budget!)
>
> I've had my shoes around 8 months or so. They still seem *like new*
although
> I walk anywhere from 2 to 5 miles a day.
>
> Suggestions?
>
> Cat
>
http://www.thewalkingsite.com/walkingfaq.html

According to this site, around 300-500 miles. They also give some other
tips on determining when to change shoes.

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Tom Welch

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(Msg. 3) Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2003 12:11 pm
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Cat:

Here's what I do: I have 4 pairs
of Ecco shoes that I rotate daily.
This strategy gives my shoes time to
dry out after use. Shoes tend to
last longer this way also.

Some people can destroy a pair of
shoes in 2 months, while others walk
so well that shoes seem to last
forever...your mileage may differ.

In addition, I wear Thorlo socks. I
own 20 pairs so they tend to really last
b/c I follow Thorlo's washing instructions
that increases durability and comfort.
Click http://www.thorlo.com/ to learn
more about Thorlo socks.

Tom Welch
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Beverly

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(Msg. 4) Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2003 3:38 pm
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"Tom Welch" wrote in message

> Cat:
>
> Here's what I do: I have 4 pairs
> of Ecco shoes that I rotate daily.
> This strategy gives my shoes time to
> dry out after use. Shoes tend to
> last longer this way also.
>
> Some people can destroy a pair of
> shoes in 2 months, while others walk
> so well that shoes seem to last
> forever...your mileage may differ.
>
> In addition, I wear Thorlo socks. I
> own 20 pairs so they tend to really last
> b/c I follow Thorlo's washing instructions
> that increases durability and comfort.
> Click http://www.thorlo.com/ to learn
> more about Thorlo socks.
>
> Tom Welch

I'll second the recommendation on the Thorlo socks. I've worn them for
quite a few years and they do make a big difference.
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Sujan Gautam

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(Msg. 5) Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2003 4:40 pm
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Average shoe life is around 300 miles...


"Cat" wrote in message

> I've read recommendations to buy new walking shoes every 4 months, but
this
> seems excessive (AND hard on the budget!)
>
> I've had my shoes around 8 months or so. They still seem *like new*
although
> I walk anywhere from 2 to 5 miles a day.
>
> Suggestions?
>
> Cat
>
>
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Alan Douglas

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(Msg. 6) Posted: Mon Aug 25, 2003 10:40 pm
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Hi,

>> Some people can destroy a pair of
>> shoes in 2 months, while others walk
>> so well that shoes seem to last
>> forever...your mileage may differ.

I'm still using the pair of cheap Chinese shoes that my father got
through the mail (Haband I think) a couple of years ago. I must have a
couple thousand miles on them by now, mostly on pavement, at 4 mph.
I've added new urethane to the heels several times since they wear on
the outer edge. But they work: my feet never get sore, so what the
heck? I'm not trying to impress anyone else.

Cheers, Alan
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Michelle Tenczar

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(Msg. 7) Posted: Wed Aug 27, 2003 1:00 am
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Just like tires on a car, the more miles you put on them the more often you
should replace them. When you see a favorite pair of sneakers on sale, buy
them. Then you can alternat between two pairs of shoes so you aren't
putting as much miles on one pair. Also, use the shoes only for your
walking workouts. Each step goes towards putting more miles on them. I
run on the treadmill at the gym. After the run, I take my running shoes
off and put on slides to wear home in case I have to make some stops on the
way.
"Cat" wrote in message

> I've read recommendations to buy new walking shoes every 4 months, but
this
> seems excessive (AND hard on the budget!)
>
> I've had my shoes around 8 months or so. They still seem *like new*
although
> I walk anywhere from 2 to 5 miles a day.
>
> Suggestions?
>
> Cat
>
>
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nathan

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(Msg. 8) Posted: Thu Sep 25, 2003 7:43 pm
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I rotate several pairs of Eccos and New Balance .. never wearing the same
pair 2 days in a row.. walk in the Texas hill country 2 or 3 miles every
day. Hills are good! Bought a Sissel ball to give it a try for a bit
more exercise.

Starting to become addicted!
n
"Tom Welch" wrote in message

> Cat:
>
> Here's what I do: I have 4 pairs
> of Ecco shoes that I rotate daily.
> This strategy gives my shoes time to
> dry out after use. Shoes tend to
> last longer this way also.
>
> Some people can destroy a pair of
> shoes in 2 months, while others walk
> so well that shoes seem to last
> forever...your mileage may differ.
>
> In addition, I wear Thorlo socks. I
> own 20 pairs so they tend to really last
> b/c I follow Thorlo's washing instructions
> that increases durability and comfort.
> Click http://www.thorlo.com/ to learn
> more about Thorlo socks.
>
> Tom Welch
>
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John G. Thomas

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(Msg. 9) Posted: Fri Sep 26, 2003 2:00 pm
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I bought a pair of Thorlos. They were about US$12. I got the kind touted
as 'for hiking.' Maybe it was just very warm, but I thought they made my
feet uncomfortably hot. I put them away to try again when it gets colder.
I live in New Jersey.

On 9/25/03 9:43 AM, in article QWEcb.468$hO2.435@newssvr22.news.prodigy.com,
"nathan" wrote:

> I rotate several pairs of Eccos and New Balance .. never wearing the same
> pair 2 days in a row.. walk in the Texas hill country 2 or 3 miles every
> day. Hills are good! Bought a Sissel ball to give it a try for a bit
> more exercise.
>
> Starting to become addicted!
> n
> "Tom Welch" wrote in message
>
>> Cat:
>>
>> Here's what I do: I have 4 pairs
>> of Ecco shoes that I rotate daily.
>> This strategy gives my shoes time to
>> dry out after use. Shoes tend to
>> last longer this way also.
>>
>> Some people can destroy a pair of
>> shoes in 2 months, while others walk
>> so well that shoes seem to last
>> forever...your mileage may differ.
>>
>> In addition, I wear Thorlo socks. I
>> own 20 pairs so they tend to really last
>> b/c I follow Thorlo's washing instructions
>> that increases durability and comfort.
>> Click http://www.thorlo.com/ to learn
>> more about Thorlo socks.
>>
>> Tom Welch
>>
>
>
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