Getting a new pair of shoes ranks pretty high on my things-I-like-to-get-in-the mail list. My postal top three would consist of the following: magazines (I’m not too picky), shoes, and at the top of the list — money. No. 1 is there out of default — just in case. I’m more of a direct-deposit kind of guy, but if my grandmother’s reading this: Keep those Christmas bonuses coming. Times is tough.
I love the shoes, though. There’s that new-shoe smell; it’s like sweet composite-foam mimosa. I go through about four pairs of running shoes a year, but that doesn’t make their arrival any less thrilling.
As far as shopping goes, I’m pretty loyal to Road Runner Sports. You’ll save a good 20 percent with these guys; even more if you’re a VIP. “Yo VIP, let’s kick it.” Tell me what that’s from (without googling it) and I’ll give you ten doll hairs. Honor Policy.
I’ve embarrassed myself. I’ll stick with the valuable content. Here are some things to look for when buying running shoes:
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1. A good rule of thumb is to replace your running shoes every 300 to 400 miles.
2. Your running shoes should be 1/2 to a full size bigger than your regular shoe size because your feet will swell when you run and you need plenty of room in the toebox.
3. Know how and if you pronate. You can get a free pronation analysis at Charm City Run.
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