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rosebankcentre@gmail.comRunning Shoes for the road are the most common type of trainers and are usually what most people think of as 'running shoes'. They're designed to be highly shock-absorbent to help protect your joints against the impact of harder surfaces, reducing your risk of injury and giving you a more comfortable run.
However, there are many different styles of runners. “Start out runners doing Couch to 5k”, “Pro Marathon Runners training at 50 miles per week”, Runners who heel strike and go through a full gait cycle or Runners who forefoot strike and have a long gait cadence. All Runners have different demands on their feet and consequently on their shoes.
We offer a Gait Assessment Service and a Biomechanical Foot Assessment Service.
And with over 35 years of experience in advising and selling running shoes and with numerous links to running clubs and staff that love running. You are definitely at the right shop to buy your running shoes. Let our friendly knowledgeable staff help.
New Balance running shoes have been our long-standing premium running shoe brand. We started stocking New Balance running shoes back in 1998 when we offered various widths of shoes for a custom fit. Their 1080 shoe has evolved over the years but is still one of the best plush, well fitting high performance running shoes.
We stock the Fresh Foam range of NB1080, NB860, NB880 and Hierrro running shoes.
We transitioned some 8 years ago away from Asics to stocking Brooks and the move has been incredibly successful. Brooks have now become our number 1 seller in both Men’s and Ladies running shoes. The fit and performance has been exceptionally consistent. The Ghost and Adrenaline GTS are their benchmark shoes alongside the increasing popular Glycerin with its new fit. This year launches the new Ghost MAX with its very plush ride. Brooks never let you down!!
If you want light, then Hoka are the ones!! Hoka bounced onto the running scene by turning the barefoot running concept on its head, the idea of natural foot running was appealing but we all need cushioning even the quickest of runners. Hoka gives you plenty of stacked cushioning and comfort and their Speedgoat trail running shoe has become one of the industries market leaders.
We now stock a great range from Hoka including the Speedgoat, Araiah, Clifton, Gaviota and Mafate.
Natural foot shape is Altra’s DNA. Over the years runners have been pushed into traditional fitting shoes without a wide toebox. All Altra shoes have a more rounded wider toebox so the foot is not compressed when running, they also work on a ZERO drop between forefoot and heel giving a more natural way to run. We were introduced to Altra from fellow runners who were enjoying the freedom and comfort that the shoes offered, especially on an Ultra run when your feet can expand by a whole size through the run. They are worth a try!!
Well, if its running style you are after then On are on it. On have produced a range of performance running shoes that stack up well against the season pros, but they have definitely brought their own style in.
They look great on your feet and perform well on a run. They are also a fabulous shoe for gym training and strength and conditioning workouts, as the low drop and cushioned flexibility suits the foot movement.
We now stock the Surfer, Monster, Runner, Flyer and Venture.
Trail running is more of a natural way to run, with softer surfaces, consisting of the ground, soil, mud and grass. All of which allows for less pounding on your joints and on your body. Trail running however has more obstacles and will allow for a slower more concentrated run. You’re constantly faced with either a root or a rock that is in the way, or even a branch up ahead that you have to look out for. As a Trail runner, it is also very important to have good balance and a very strong core to support your legs as they jump and move in sudden different directions. The uneven surface and varied terrain challenge the muscles of the lower body more than a flat, firm run. The natural obstacles can give you a more effective overall workout and help improve your sense of balance and reaction time.
Running on trails changes your gait. This will get road runners on their forefeet, running forward on their toes, shortening their stride as they make their way through technical sections. Most road runners spend their entire career perfecting their stride and gait as to minimize the uneven movement that side-to-side trail running encourages. Trail running can help road runner with the activation and condition of muscle groups in their legs and core that provide additional stabilization reducing the pressure put on muscles mainly used for forward moving movement. By not conditioning the other muscle groups road runners run the risk of overworking their main muscle groups and this can lead to injuries and poor running performance in the long run.
New Balance is very proud of its Fresh Foam midsoles and with good reason. It provides plush cushioning while still feeling fairly responsive. Subsequently, the Heirro v5 is a joy to run in: supremely comfortable but not mushy, it feels like the kind of shoe in which you could spend a lovely, blister-free day on the trails.
The Altra Lone Peak 4.0 is the latest model of Altra’s flagship trail shoe. As with all Altra shoes, the LP4 features a foot-shaped toe box which allows your toes to splay with each stride, which helps improve your stability while running.
The LP4 is also built on a zero-drop platform, which is also standard in all Altra models.
The reinforced toe cap is sturdy and kept my toes from bearing the full force of a collision with a gnarly root a few times out on the trail. The built-in stone guard also does a good job of protecting the sole of your foot from any debris on the trail.
New for this edition is the addition of the GuideRails support system which helps to protect your knees by preventing excess movement. The Adrenaline GTS 20 will keep you running for as long as you want and you can run safe in the knowledge that you’re getting the best protection and cushioning possible.
The On Cloud Venture is a well-cushioned, responsive and fast trail shoe. For those tackling long trail runs, this shoe allows you to run all day comfortably.
The CloudTec sole with its 11 clouds (ringlets/pods) provides great cushioning with diamond-shaped legs between the clouds providing firm traction on all sorts of terrain.
The double-layered upper fits comfortably and is breathable and water-resistant with the tongue secured on one side ensuring it stays in place. The reflective features are very good for running at night.
The Speedgoat 4 is very soft on the heel and forefoot of both the men’s and women’s models. For long stretches on the rugged trail, this feature is forgiving on the legs and feet, but not necessarily advantageous when you have the need for speed.
The marshmallow plushness and maximalist profile feel like a sofa cushion on your feet. The rebound is there but might be too bouncy for a quick 10k. As with any piece of gear, however, there’s a time and place for it; short to medium distances may not be the Speedgoat’s calling, but it’s the GOAT when it comes to ultras.
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