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Unlike track or trail running, road running takes place on established roads and dirt paths. Challenges include varied pavement, hills, sharp bends and inclement weather. Road races generally range from 5 km to ultra marathons (50-100 miles). Due to the impact from running on pavement, road running creates a strain on the feet, ankles, knees and back, which makes it especially important to have the correct shoes.
Road running shoes and training shoes generally contain a cushioning system designed to absorb the excessive shock that occurs from pounding the pavement. The outsoles are designed specifically for running on pavement in order to maintain grip and prevent slips.
Need assistance choosing Road Running shoes? Follow these easy steps:
STEP 1: Identify your Arch Type.
STEP 2: Identify your Gait Type.
STEP 3: Read for guidance on what to look for in Road Running shoe based on your arch type, gait type and body type.
STEP 4: Click the provided links to shop for Road Running shoes.
STEP 5: Try on your new Road Running shoes. The shoes should feel comfortable throughout from the moment you try them on. Never attempt to break in uncomfortable Road Running shoes.
- If you have a:
HIGH ARCH,
NEUTRAL GAIT or
SUPINATION (UNDER PRONATION), - Shop for NEUTRAL ROAD SHOES
- Men’s Neutral Road Shoes
- Women’s Neutral Road Shoes
- If you have one of the above listed arches and/or gaits and also have a SMALL BODY FRAME, shop for Neutral Road Shoes with Lightweight Cushion.
- If you have one of the above listed arches and/or gaits and also have a MEDIUM BODY FRAME, shop for Neutral Road Shoes with Mid-Weight Cushion.
- If you have one of the above listed arches and/or gaits and also have a HEAVY or LARGE BODY FRAME, shop for Neutral Road Shoes with Durable Cushion.
- If you have a:
NORMAL (medium) ARCH or
MILD to MODERATE OVERPRONATION, - Shop for STABILITY ROAD SHOES
- Men’s Stability Road Shoes
- Women’s Stability Road Shoes
- If you have one of the above listed arches and/or gaits and also have a SMALL BODY FRAME, shop for Lightweight Stability Road Shoes.
- If you have one of the above listed arches and/or gaits and also have a MEDIUM BODY FRAME, shop for Moderate Stability Road Shoes.
- If you have one of the above listed arches and/or gaits and also have a HEAVY OR LARGE BODY FRAME, shop for Structured Stability Road Shoes.
- If you have a:
LOW (flat) ARCH or
MODERATE OVERPRONATION, - Shop for STANDARD MOTION CONTROL ROAD SHOES
- If you have a:
SEVERE OVERPRONATION - Shop for EXCESSIVE MOTION CONTROL ROAD SHOES
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