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There is a local shop here that seems to be well regarded in trail running circles. I might head out that way for a chat and some fittings. But always keen for unbiased hub advice.

 

Have also been looking into hydration vests. On the road, I normally only need water at about 14km which is at about the 80minute Mark. I guess the trail would be the same?

 

This seems to get pretty good reviews.

 

https://salomon.co.nz/products/adv-skin-12-set-unisex?variant=34487388799127

The Mountain Community in George would be where I'd shop in your Valley.

 

When you are there sommer look at the Naked range of running packs and belts.

 

I have a Naked belt and a Salomon 14L.

I use the belt and a 500ml soft bottle on most runs, and only when necessary do I use the backpack (usually when I pack a jersey or more than 500ml of water.)

I usually fill up when running. There are many streams around here.

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Thanks for all the advice peeps.

 

I have decided to run int he Nike Pegasus 36 Trails until i get a feel for trail running a little more. I am also interested to discover what type of trails i start spending more of my time on and when the Nikes are finished, Ill buy a new shoe according to the terrain.

 

I pushed the button on the Salomon Adv Skin 12 hydration pack - it came up tops in several reviews and on many local trail running groups. 

 

I went out to a local hotspot for trail running on Saturday, but did a nice long walk with the kids to check it out, think I will go run it this weekend.

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Thanks for all the advice peeps.

 

I have decided to run int he Nike Pegasus 36 Trails until i get a feel for trail running a little more. I am also interested to discover what type of trails i start spending more of my time on and when the Nikes are finished, Ill buy a new shoe according to the terrain.

 

I pushed the button on the Salomon Adv Skin 12 hydration pack - it came up tops in several reviews and on many local trail running groups.

 

I went out to a local hotspot for trail running on Saturday, but did a nice long walk with the kids to check it out, think I will go run it this weekend.

I also have the same Salomon bag.

I cried when I bought it but its probably been one of the best purchases ever.

 

Super comfortable even when it's fully loaded. I've done a few long runs in mine and you never even think about the bag.

 

 

With my Camelback I used to adjusted it every few minutes

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Ha!

 

I have some coming in too.... I am excited

 

There is a bit of that 'rocker' feeling under the forefoot - which is new from the 4.0, but otherwise they look sleek, and the new midsole feels deliciously comfortable

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There is a bit of that 'rocker' feeling under the forefoot - which is new from the 4.0, but otherwise they look sleek, and the new midsole feels deliciously comfortable

The new rock plate also looks rad.

 

I've been through 3 pairs of 4's, 2 pairs of 4.5's and 2 pairs of the Superiors since 2018 and ALL of them had the toe cap/sole thing delaminate.

 

I am so happy the 5 is stitched. 

 

The EGO midsole is supposed to be a bit like the BOOST foam from adidas, which is soft, supportive and really responsive. I always felt the Lone Peak could do with a slightly more responsive midsole (read the foam from the King MT) and I think they have delivered with the 5.

 

Having spent thousands of hours in all the Variants of the Lone Peaks, 1 to 4.5, I honestly don't think there is a better Ultra distance shoe and each one gets better than the last.

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Thanks for all the advice peeps.

 

I have decided to run int he Nike Pegasus 36 Trails until i get a feel for trail running a little more. I am also interested to discover what type of trails i start spending more of my time on and when the Nikes are finished, Ill buy a new shoe according to the terrain.

 

I pushed the button on the Salomon Adv Skin 12 hydration pack - it came up tops in several reviews and on many local trail running groups. 

 

I went out to a local hotspot for trail running on Saturday, but did a nice long walk with the kids to check it out, think I will go run it this weekend.

 

Hi Wayne, 

 

I swop around between Salomon Slabs, Nike Pegasus and Nike Wildhorse to mix it up and not get too used to a constant drop etc., (and also depending on the terrain/conditions).

 

In terms of weight the Nikes are definitely heavier and I can feel that on massive/steep climbs but the upside is that it is much easier on the legs.

 

That being said it took me around 100 km on the Pegasus before I got used to it on rocky terrain and went over a few ankles (which you get used to in trail running).  So just give it a bit of time.  Compared to the other 2 the Pegasus definitely "runs" easier.  I used it as weapon of choice for last year's Skyrun, it is certainly not an entry level shoe only.  On technical mountain runs with lots of elevation I usually take the lighter shoes.

 

Enjoy the trails, and like the other say, ignore the pace and don't feel bad to walk on uphills, everyone does it.

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Lekker to see my thread is still going strong after so many years! 

 

Just a heads up to those in GP - Hedianga Farm is currently closed; apparently there is a leopard frequenting the area  :eek:

 

Cheers,

WW. 

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We did a few nice runs in the Cedarberg last weekend.

 

Wow.... We're going there this weekend. But for a hike. Incredible part of the world.

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