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Broadside
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Originally posted by Cliff:
Another vote for Powerstep insoles. What 220-9er is truth. And as also said above, take another look at your boots. I've also heard good things about Aetrex insoles from lineman, splicers and locators I work with.


I've used Powerstep for jogging and was very happy with them.
 
Posts: 6778 | Location: Virginia | Registered: January 22, 2001Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Originally posted by Skins2881:
Ditch the boots unless required by work. No way I'd be climbing up to RTUs wearing my boots. I wear sneakers, 99% of the time. My employer does not require any steel toes and we don't do new construction, so no OHSA site visits.

I've never understood why so many tradesmen wear boots.


Because Real Men wear boots... I only wear real boots made of leather and built here... none of that Chinese poly molded.... crap and sneakers were made for wimps....

Good question from the original poster... the above boots I order a half size too big and they feel like they could use a little more cushion.


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Broadside
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Originally posted by fpuhan:
I've been working part-time in a run specialty store for the past 6+ years. I am a trained gait analyst and shoe specialist. We sell Superfeet, Currex, and used to sell Aetrex and another brand I can't remember.

First: running shoes are designed to give your feet the support they need. Inserts are only called for when additional support and/or stabilizing are needed. Second: the wrong insert will worsen, not improve foot issues. So choose carefully.

Superfeet Green are made by the USA's second-largest custom orthotic maker. Their 40 patents are available at a tenth the price of custom inserts, so I'd definitely look at them before going the custom route. However, the Green are designed for "high volume" shoes, such as running shoes, where you remove the sock liner and replace them with the insert. They will not benefit folks who wear cleats, spikes, etc. (Superfeet does make the Carbon for them).

If you just want cushioning, Dr. Scholls may be your answer. I'm leery of the "support" insoles made by them.

Of course, YMMV. Foot health and proper gear is crucial to a happier and healthy life. Do not ignore your feet, make sure you get properly fitted, and don't scrimp. Cheap footwear is cheap for a reason.


Back when I used to jog, in addition to using Powerstep I also used the "semi-custom" insoles from Road Runner Sports. Their insole had a piece of plastic in it that they would heat up in the store and then have you step on it on a type of high density foam. I was very happy using these.

My knees can't take jogging anymore so I don't jog.

Like a few others here I have Plantar Fasciitis. Prescription orthotics work for me, but I realize that they don't work for everyone.
 
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After a number of years wearing Army boots and putting a lot of miles on them walking around hangars, flight lines, up onto aircraft and just about everywhere else, I went with Dr Scholl's gel insoles. I believe they recommend replacing them every six months or so, but I replace mine every three to four months.



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Ecco Track 2
Mid-height boot that feels like a shoe, with support like a great walking shoe.

High enough to give you ankle support/protection. Waterproof to keep your feet dry and warm.

https://shoestores.com/ecco-me...vRumYthoC8v8QAvD_BwE



 
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Originally posted by Blume9mm:
Because Real Men wear boots... I only wear real boots made of leather and built here... none of that Chinese poly molded.... crap and sneakers were made for wimps....


Seriously, I'd like to see how well you would be moving in those clod hoppers after running 26.2 miles at any pace.

BTW, I have steel toed Wolverine walking shoes for those occasions where I need foot protection but stopped doing distance with them after I blew up the 4th metatarsal in my right foot on a 7 mile stroll. Now I use running shoes to preserve my feet in functional condition. Note, I consider myself a bit of a light weight, currently I'm only averaging 78 miles per week. Once you see what an Ironman Competitor does to train for an event you'll reconsider your opinion that "sneakers" are for wimps.


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tigereye313
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Originally posted by MagicHorse:
I work in an old style shoe store & will be taking my board exam in March to become a foot
Pharmacist. I pick & properly fit shoes & orthotics specifically for their individual foot.


Pharmacist? Is there a specialty certification?
 
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