Cyclists with a "Running" Problem

[Chris_]

you guys are making me nervous now...my first marathon is Cape Town Marathon and the longest run ive done is 24km.  Do around 45km a week.  Now im panicking that I havent done enough long runs.

 

45 a week is more than enough to get through a marathon (I know for sure). I'd say try do 2 long ones - 30ish, just to get your legs used to being smoked and your mind up against the wall. Its a different world out past 21kms.

[candz1]

We doing a 28km tomorrow and then mandela half next Sunday... Im not aiming for a time, just a finish.

[Lexx]

Anyone using the Suunto 9 running watch?. I am in the market for an upgrade from my Ambit 3, and what I've seen and read, it looks pretty impressive.

[candz1]

I feel lot more confident now, did 28km on Sat and ran comfortably and enjoyed it.  Legs felt great and only thing I have to say is that I now have a tiny blister on the top of my big toe!

[Fruity]

Just bought a set of NB 1080v8's to replace the ones that were stolen just about a year ago out of my car. Now begins the slog of getting better while taking care of the knees. 

 

Would have dearly loved a set of trail shoes, but the 2E (extra width) that they had in trails were still too narrow for my foot. I've tried allllll the options that are readily available (salomon / adidas / nike / etc etc) but these are the only ones that fit properly. At least the tread pattern on the 1080's is okay for light trail running when it's dry, and I'm not gonna be doing heavy distances in them... 

I think you know when you have the right running shoes. For me, it took trying a pair of Asics to a pair of Nike - the pair of Nike seem to be perfect for me.

Edited August 19, 2019 by WeekendWarrior80

[candz1]

Mizuno's trail shoes on special on One day only today...excellent value.

[Jaws677]

Product review time

 

Seeing that I do almost all of running in the dark on Johannesburg Streets having good lighting is essential .

 

Especially if you are forced to move onto side walks with missing drain covers and big pot holes.

 

Over the years I have owned quite a number of different headlights. Being a sweater I do kill headlights.

 

My main requirements for a good headlight include

1) waterproof / aka sweat proof

2) rechargable

3) not to bright or dimable with a wide beam. No use blinding oncoming motorist

4) light and a good fit to my head. I don't want my light to fall off charging for a Strava segment

 

 

Back in the day my old Petzel used to be my favorite headlight. I then went trough a few Led lenses. The Led lense H8R actually survived the longest so far.

 

About two month ago I imported a Nitcore HC65 after my Led Lenser died.

 

With the HC65 I also ordered a small NU05 for the back.

 

So far this thing is awesome. Built like brick. Feels like it will last forever. The claimed 3400 mAh battery easily sees me through the week without requiring a recharge on the setting I run with.

 

But it's big and heavy. It comes with a very good headstrap and that secures it but this will not work for most runners. I have a big head so its all good.

 

 

So what trigger this post?

I was browsing Facebook market place and stumbled on an advert for a HC65 at a really good price. Obviously not imported trough the local distributor but hard not to concider

 

 

[Chris_]

(lurks on hub's strava...) 109kms! in a week! Wow, thats amazing

Edited August 19, 2019 by CBlake

[Dogs]

Hi, any advise on decent shoes for someone >100kg, mostly park- and Myrun on tar and some gravel / cattletrack?

Looking to use shoe booster, so that might limit me to the 2 providers.

I want to sort of know what I need to look for when going to the shop.

Thanks

Edited August 20, 2019 by Dogs

[Andrew Steer]

Hi, any advise on decent shoes for someone >100kg, mostly park- and Myrun on tar and some gravel / cattletrack?

Looking to use shoe booster, so that might limit me to the 2 providers.

I want to sort of know what I need to look for when going to the shop.

Thanks

I'm no expert, but you'd probably want to kick off with some decent cushioning - your joints and bones will thank you for it while transitioning into becoming a runner... Something like Asics Nimbus, Nike Pegasus, New Balance, Hokas will be a pretty safe start. Go to a proper running store though to get assessed... finding out if you need neutrals, stability or pronate shoes is an important first step. Take your current shoes with as well so they can analyse wear.

 

Then as you become a bit more comfortable out there and maybe shed a few kgs, you could start looking at the more racier lighter shoes... that's definitely not my realm though

 

Good luck. 

 

PS: Shoes are expensive unfortunately, but can also pale in comparison to the cost of getting injuries fixed

[Iron]

I'm no expert, but you'd probably want to kick off with some decent cushioning - your joints and bones will thank you for it while transitioning into becoming a runner... Something like Asics Nimbus, Nike Pegasus, New Balance, Hokas will be a pretty safe start. Go to a proper running store though to get assessed... finding out if you need neutrals, stability or pronate shoes is an important first step. Take your current shoes with as well so they can analyse wear.

 

Then as you become a bit more comfortable out there and maybe shed a few kgs, you could start looking at the more racier lighter shoes... that's definitely not my realm though

 

Good luck. 

 

PS: Shoes are expensive unfortunately, but can also pale in comparison to the cost of getting injuries fixed

these two points , please take note of them, dont listen to you friends who say xyz shoes are the best , go find what works for you.

[Let's Ride]

these two points , please take note of them, dont listen to you friends who say xyz shoes are the best , go find what works for you.

Completely agree. Go to a specialist running shop. Let them analyze how you run and recommend the appropriate shoes.

 

I made the mistake of buying a pair of maxed shoes. Too narrow and they don't have a size big enough to fit me. Nobody in the shop to help with my purchase... First run with them I had to end short as my feet were so sore.

[soslow]

Hi, any advise on decent shoes for someone >100kg, mostly park- and Myrun on tar and some gravel / cattletrack?

Looking to use shoe booster, so that might limit me to the 2 providers.

I want to sort of know what I need to look for when going to the shop.

Thanks

The brooks glycerine is a very comfortable and capable shoe. They are also sold at sportsmans warehouse.

[Jackes]

Two quick gear observations...

 

The new Brooks Ghost 12's feels amazing thusfar, feels like the upgrade of 9 and 10 combination.  I am not so fond of the 11's.

 

Then this Aonijie hydration packs is serious value for money and really feels and looks the part!

 

 

[Chris_]

Hi, any advise on decent shoes for someone >100kg, mostly park- and Myrun on tar and some gravel / cattletrack?

Looking to use shoe booster, so that might limit me to the 2 providers.

I want to sort of know what I need to look for when going to the shop.

Thanks

 

The problem you have ... is if you do go a 'specialized' running store and use the old wise beings for their IP, and then head to sportmans warehouse to buy said recommended shoe only to give a student commission they didn't earn, its a bit of a douche move. Thrifty, but eh.

 

Use your points for clothes or whatever, but support the little guys.

 

(Please don't take this as a personal attack)

[Ronniek]

Two quick gear observations...

 

The new Brooks Ghost 12's feels amazing thusfar, feels like the upgrade of 9 and 10 combination. I am not so fond of the 11's.

 

Then this Aonijie hydration packs is serious value for money and really feels and looks the part!

More info on the hydration pack please. Am considering doing the Cape Town Marathon with a hydration pack but the one I’ve been using is quite bulky and heavy.