Returning Running Shoes

[UKCyclist]

I bought some all weather running shoes in the middle of summer from Amazon/SSD for £65 and they've started to come apart in the last week. I don't think six months is a particularly long time to have a pair of running shoes before they start coming apart, nor do I think it's acceptable for such a high priced all terrain shoe. I actually really like the shoes, they are very comfortable so it's disappointing this has occurred.

What I would like to know is your thoughts and insights (and experiences) as to the possibility of them replacing the shoes six months down the line? Their policy states they'll replace them if there is a manufacturing fault if returned in 'reasonable time'.

 

[ianrauk]

I run about thirty km a week, in forests mainly and standard New Balance trainers. Six months is about what I expect a shoe to last to be honest.

Just spoke to Mrs Ian about this who does a heck of a lot of running and she said the same.. six months good use out of a pair of cheap (her words) £65 running shoes is what you would expect.

 

[addictfreak]

Just spoke to Mrs Ian about this who does a heck of a lot of running and she said the same.. six months good use out of a pair of cheap (her words) £65 running shoes is what you would expect.

I dont run these days, but way back when I did I would be running 40-50 miles a week. It would just be on normal roads and paths, but I would certainly get more than 6 months out of trainers.

My advice to the OP, would be to return them and ask for an exchange or refund. You have nothing to lose in doing so. It will often depend on the retailer/supplier as to what they are prepered to offer, but I would certainly try.

 

[PBancroft]

Six months of heavy use would seem pretty good to me, but there are factors to be taken into consideration. Do you do a lot of running - how long have previous running shoes lasted? Mileage as some people have said is one factor, as is the weight of the runner and their running style (for example, how hard you hit the ground when running). Also to be considered is how you care for your shoes - do you clean and dry them appropriately? Are they a good fit - you bought them online, but have you asked a professional to check? As with decent hiking boots this matters, not just for the care of your shoes, but also for the care of your feet.


The objective test of satisfactory quality will take these kinds of factors into consideration. Brand, price etc., will also be taken into consideration.


If you only run once or twice a week, never in wet weather and are of a slim build then six months probably isn't very good. Have a look at the shoe - where is it coming apart? Does it look like a manufacturing defect (for example, does it look like it has been badly stitched) or is it coming apart due to wear and tear?

 

[Smokin Joe]

TBH, I think you'd have as much chance as you would if you took a six month old tyre back for a refund.

 

[Aperitif]

Read the small sprint, otherwise it could turn into a marathon.