Gear / Equipment

If I could buy just one book.................

feeds@yuku.com (kimvs) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:03:48 GMT

If I could buy just one book on marathon walking, what would you suggest. I've looked at several choice on amazon but I'd like your advice. I don't want something that assumes I can't walk around the block, but I also don't want something that is so technical I can't follow it.

Newbie question about feet/shoes/socks

feeds@yuku.com (Zannie) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 21:12:23 GMT

I'm new to this walking thing. When I started I knew I needed new shoes so I bought a pair of New Balance 491. They felt great in the store and and still do.

But Sunday after doing five miles I discovered that I had a blister on the back of one heel and also a raw spot on the top of my foot where my 3rd and 4th toes join. I also have a bit of a spot on the ball of the same foot where the skin is cracking and a small patch of eczema (which I get on my hands sometimes but have...

Skirts

feeds@yuku.com (Smiling Walker) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:24:10 GMT

I thought we had discussed running skirts on this site once but I can't find that thread. Does anyone here wear one when walking or racing? If so, do you like it? I just read an article in Runner's World on them and I'm thinking it over but would have to see myself in one. Which might be a bad idea now that I think of it

Comparison Shopping for shoes

feeds@yuku.com (kimvanscoy) — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 21:23:48 GMT

Most of you have probably done this,,,,,,,,,but I'm a bit behind the times. I just found www.bizrate.com as an option for shoe shopping. You only need to type in the type of shoe you are looking for and they search all of the sites (ie Zappos, Amazon etc) and find the lowest rate. I don't know how good of a job they do but it seems like it might be a good option for comparing prices. I use ebay a lot and this helps me to see if I'm getting a decent deal or not. BTW I got...

Ladies, what shorts ...

feeds@yuku.com (flasun) — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:52:30 GMT

... advice would you give me, please. Which of you - living where it gets VERY HOT - have worn "Moving Comfort" items? Are the shorts/capris close to size? What are some other brands that might provide larger and larger sizes for those still battleing with weight issues? The compression shorts just plain scare me, they look great on you smaller shapes, however not at my age .... ......

Sunscreen

feeds@yuku.com (BlueJay) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 16:14:51 GMT

So, going on what Elizabeth advised that sunscreen can block you from sweating efficiently, does anyone have an alternative or maybe a good brand that allows your pores to breathe? I grew up at sea level and rarely, if ever had to wear sunscreen except on my face. But here, at elevations over 6,000 feet, I get burned to a crisp in under an hour from head to toe without sunscreen (even as the summer progresses and I have a good base tan). And poor hubby is fair skinned with a past history...

Ooh, new shoes.

feeds@yuku.com (maryram) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 22:09:46 GMT

So, while I was out of town, I went to the local running store to look for an additional pair of trail shoes. I didn't really need them because I only wear my adidas adizero xt 4 times a month. So, I saw this pair of racing flats... I just couldn't resist. They are called Mizuno Wave Revolver, and they are awesome! I walked 11.11...

New Outlet Mall

feeds@yuku.com (maryram) — Sun, 25 May 2008 17:34:51 GMT

I am so excited!!! A new outlet mall opened near my home and it is one of those great big ones. There is a Nike store... There is an Adidas store... There is an Underarmour store... There is a New Balance store... There is a Puma store...

What to do??? Where to spend???

I started out by buying a really cute light blue with white and maroon trim long sleeve heat gear top with matching shorts at UA for only $12.99 each piece.

Maryann

Inner-Thigh Burns

feeds@yuku.com (lightningrod) — Tue, 20 May 2008 17:29:54 GMT

I got inner-thigh burns the last time I walked long distance, from cotton underwear.

This awesome website suggests using Coolmax material but I cannot find any Men's Underwear made of this Coolmax.

The Sporting Store by my house sells this men's athletic underwear...

http://www.underarmour.com/

The Sporting Store's website says it's made of 100% polyester

But the Under Armour website says it's made of...

Brooks Trance 5 Question

feeds@yuku.com (kimvanscoy) — Wed, 14 May 2008 09:55:18 GMT

I have a shoe question. I'm sure your answer will be, go to a reputable store and try them which is of course the best advice. The reality is it isn't easy to get to a reputable store when you live in the middle of nowhere LOL. I have been looking at a pair of Brooks Trance 5 shoes. I wore Brooks like 25 years ago when I ran cross country but my experience ends there! I read on one website they are a neutral shoe and on another that they are for moderate pronaters. Isn't that...

Shoes, Again!

feeds@yuku.com (RainWalker) — Mon, 05 May 2008 18:57:04 GMT

Hi all -

After singing the praises of my Saucony Fastwitch, I find I am with Patty. My most recent pair is causing some blister issues (minor compared to many of you), so I'm sort of looking around.

I have a pair of Asics Speedstar 2. I like them OK, but on longer walks find the toe box a bit narrower than I'd really like. That said, I got notice from Road Runner Sports that they are now on the endangered list, so I bought 2 pairs, in 2 different sizes.

I...

gaiters?

feeds@yuku.com (maryram) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:37:02 GMT

So, where do you get gaiters for trail walking? I went to a few stores yesterday, and no on seemed to have them. I am not real excited about paying $18.00 + $7.50 shipping and handling...
Maryann

Custom Orthotics

feeds@yuku.com (Bigfoot2e) — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:18:22 GMT

Yesterday was my first day on orthotics, 2 hours mid morning at work. It wasn't a plasant 2 hours.
Today I walked 3.3 miles at the gym without them and when I got home I have to wear them for 4 hours. They feel great today. Where my arches feel used after walking is supported.
Do they feel this good all the time after you get used to them?

Ken

Clif Mini Bars

feeds@yuku.com (maryram) — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 21:18:52 GMT

I emailed Clif bar a while back to ask if they were ever going to market the sample size bars to the public. They are just the right size for a half marathon... they answered and said they would be coming out in the near future. Well, they're here!

Maryann

A Shoe Article

feeds@yuku.com (RainWalker) — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:43:04 GMT

Most of us are interested in what's the latest or best idea in shoes. See below for an article in the NY Times.

_Physical Culture | Gear Test, Walking Shoes - The New York Times > Style >
Slide Show > Slide 1 of 7_
(http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2008/04/23/style/20080424physical_index.html)

Elizabeth

Trail shoes on pavement

feeds@yuku.com (bluedunebuggy) — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 18:03:31 GMT

I have my first real 5k coming up next weekend, but I'm in a bit of a shoe crisis. What should be my pavement shoes (Mizuno Wave Rider 10) still aren't working for me. I had a miserable 3k back in December in these shoes (my shins and ankles were throbbing after the first half mile), and they just haven't gotten better. This close to the event, I don't think I can get a different pair of shoes here on time. I do, however, have two pairs of trail shoes that I really like...

Wine and Shoes

feeds@yuku.com (2bzebarb) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 19:14:08 GMT

Ok...I know this is just a marketing gimmick but it worked! I found a great bottle of wine...well at least the bottle is great; I haven't tasted the wine. The bottle has a white outline of runners racing around the bottle on a red line.This is the description of the wine: 2005 Syrah California - "This California Syrah sports a zesty, spicy fruit flavors framed by a full-bodied structure and lengthy finish. Making great wine takes the same kind of patience and dedication as...

Income tax + spring fever = shopping spree

feeds@yuku.com (Smiling Walker) — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 14:52:28 GMT

Yes it's all true and you heard it here first. The internet has been hot today. Champion has their sports bras on sale for $19.99 and if you order today, free shipping. Well I can't miss out on that now can I? So new sports bra is on the way. And the sunglasses I've been wearing since DH bought them for me at the expo in Memphis 2005 need replacing. So next an order to Precision Sports Eyewear for a new pair of Eagle II sunglasses. Got a pair of New Balance 1061s on the way as...

annoyed with my Garmin 301

feeds@yuku.com (maryram) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:15:00 GMT

Well, I have replaced the battery 3 times in my HR monitor strap... I have cleaned the contacts by scrubbing with hot soapy soft bristle scrub brush. I have checked to make sure the software is updated on the unit. I have rescanned several times, turning the unit off and on between scans... The Hr monitor won't read from the back or the front. (they suggested you try it on your back on the Garmin website)

the question is: Has anyone ever replaced the HR monitor? I found...

Safety light ?

feeds@yuku.com (thewalkingsite) — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 07:33:28 GMT

The newest gadget for your walking safety....
http://youtube.com/watch?v=D99NHb6B03s