dave303e Posted January 13 Posted January 13 28 minutes ago, ScottCM said: which miler are you in for? 600 hours 😱 best of luck dude 🤙 I couldn't resist the Karkloof Special, so i am in for my 4th Karkloof... 600 is a big pipe dream to be honest, especially with a 2nd child due in March, but aim high as they say ScottCM 1
milky4130 Posted January 13 Posted January 13 33 minutes ago, dave303e said: I couldn't resist the Karkloof Special, so i am in for my 4th Karkloof... 600 is a big pipe dream to be honest, especially with a 2nd child due in March, but aim high as they say just had a quick look at what I did in 2025, combining running, cycling, swimming, gym, walking, I'm well north of 600 ScottCM, ChrisF, IceCreamMan and 2 others 5
Shebeen Posted January 13 Posted January 13 20 hours ago, ScottCM said: How did everyone do with last years running goals? Goals for 2025: Sub20 5K - Didn't achieve Sub1:40 HM 09/03 - DNS with back injury 1Hr off last years training races along the way to A race - Achieved (1Hour 50min faster over 50k) Sub24Hr KK100 / Karkloof 100mile 19/09 - Achieved (Sub 21hour) minimum 3000km with 50 000m Vert - Didn't Achieve (2895km & 38664m vert) Roll on 2026: 5K Sub20 HM Sub1:40 2-Day Stage Race (60k & 50k-3600m vert) - Sub11hr combined time 100miler -4600m vert 20/06 Sub 20hour minimum 3300km with 50 000m Vert - "Motivation is a myth, it only ever follows action. You can't summon motivation, it comes from taking steps no matter how good or bad we feel. The glory comes from getting out there and getting the work done!" cool idea. I didn't enter comrades(did back2back) this year, maybe the 2027 crazy one but not going apesh!t for long road stuff. would like to do: 5K sub20 (did 21:45 in Oct during a 10km) HM sub90 (did 1:41 last jan) That's it, I think it's doable with a bit of focus I'm 46 this year so now is the time to learn how to run fastish again. but i also wanna do more trail/paddling/biking so not really concerned about the above. ChrisF, ScottCM, DJuice and 1 other 4
ChrisF Posted January 13 Posted January 13 43 minutes ago, Shebeen said: cool idea. I didn't enter comrades(did back2back) this year, maybe the 2027 crazy one but not going apesh!t for long road stuff. would like to do: 5K sub20 (did 21:45 in Oct during a 10km) HM sub90 (did 1:41 last jan) That's it, I think it's doable with a bit of focus I'm 46 this year so now is the time to learn how to run fastish again. but i also wanna do more trail/paddling/biking so not really concerned about the above. Spice it up .... Cycle to the venue ... Trail run .... Cycle back ....
Super Sywurm Posted January 13 Posted January 13 Please suggest some good quality shoes for a guy that does a 5k road run once or twice a week. The guy is me.
DJuice Posted January 13 Posted January 13 2 hours ago, Super Sywurm said: Please suggest some good quality shoes for a guy that does a 5k road run once or twice a week. The guy is me. What shoes do you currently have? Switched to Adidas Supernova Rise last year, bought on special at Poobie Naidoo. Made the switch from Hoka Clifton and New Balance 1080, decision was based on price and I am very satisfied with the Rise, looking to buy another pair. The Rise is taking me back to my school years running in Adidas Ozweego.
Super Sywurm Posted January 13 Posted January 13 1 minute ago, DJuice said: What shoes do you currently have? Switched to Adidas Supernova Rise last year, bought on special at Poobie Naidoo. Made the switch from Hoka Clifton and New Balance 1080, decision was based on price and I am very satisfied with the Rise, looking to buy another pair. The Rise is taking me back to my school years running in Adidas Ozweego. I currently have some sort of Reeboks, but they are done for.
DJuice Posted January 13 Posted January 13 2 minutes ago, Super Sywurm said: I currently have some sort of Reeboks, but they are done for. If you run in neutral shoes, for the price, my recommendation is the Rise.
dave303e Posted January 14 Posted January 14 If you have normal ish feet and gait, Nike Pegasus is really hard to beat for a day to day shoe. I usually try pick up a previous model on special or from the factory store
b-rad Posted January 15 Posted January 15 On 1/13/2026 at 6:03 PM, Super Sywurm said: Please suggest some good quality shoes for a guy that does a 5k road run once or twice a week. The guy is me. Best recommendation. Go to a specialised running store. Not a Sportsman’s or one of those where the salesman generally has no clue. Ideally the store should carry most of the brands so you can try a few pairs. You’ll also know you’re getting good advice if the salesman recommends to try a shoe they don’t even stock. IceCreamMan and ScottCM 2
ChrisF Posted January 15 Posted January 15 15 minutes ago, b-rad said: Best recommendation. Go to a specialised running store. Not a Sportsman’s or one of those where the salesman generally has no clue. Ideally the store should carry most of the brands so you can try a few pairs. You’ll also know you’re getting good advice if the salesman recommends to try a shoe they don’t even stock. Real question - where do we find these shops ? Even the fancier store in Edwards street only punts the limited options on their shelves ....
IceCreamMan Posted January 15 Posted January 15 1 hour ago, b-rad said: Best recommendation. Go to a specialised running store. Not a Sportsman’s or one of those where the salesman generally has no clue. Ideally the store should carry most of the brands so you can try a few pairs. You’ll also know you’re getting good advice if the salesman recommends to try a shoe they don’t even stock. This…all day long.
Super Sywurm Posted January 15 Posted January 15 3 hours ago, b-rad said: Best recommendation. Go to a specialised running store. Not a Sportsman’s or one of those where the salesman generally has no clue. Ideally the store should carry most of the brands so you can try a few pairs. You’ll also know you’re getting good advice if the salesman recommends to try a shoe they don’t even stock. The problem: Where I stay, we don't have these shops. Ons het skoenwinkels en 'n Sportsmans Warehouse..
dave303e Posted January 15 Posted January 15 3 hours ago, ChrisF said: Real question - where do we find these shops ? Even the fancier store in Edwards street only punts the limited options on their shelves .... run a way in lynnwood Randburg runner, there are a few, just not always easy to find ChrisF 1
DJuice Posted January 15 Posted January 15 7 minutes ago, Super Sywurm said: The problem: Where I stay, we don't have these shops. Ons het skoenwinkels en 'n Sportsmans Warehouse.. Julle het Sportmans...Upington het nie eers meer `n sport winkel nie, net sport fashion winkels. RunnersEdge Stellenbosch. ChrisF 1
Shebeen Posted January 15 Posted January 15 On 1/13/2026 at 7:03 PM, Super Sywurm said: Please suggest some good quality shoes for a guy that does a 5k road run once or twice a week. The guy is me. You're from Upington, excuse the following blatant stereotyping. If you go to the Bi-Lo three times a week, chicken is considered a vegetatian dinner and your ironic nickname is "tiny" then 5km is quite an effort. The most comfortable shoes will do. OR This 5km is done in under half an hour, and you don't have access to some better advice then do some common sense research on your feet and running style. go to the local running club/timetrial, make some buddies and get talking. do some self diagnosis, looking at the shoes you've been using and the wear on them. try this Then go find the pair that fits lekker. buying shoes online without every trying them is not a great strategy in my mind
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