Walking / working shoes.

[vickster]

Thanks.

Generic semi supportive soled ‘Trainers’ give me shin splints if I do too much (Not enough absorption in the sole and jarring me ?), and the stout walking shoes were just an absolute no-no.
I’ve kind of briefly tried thick soled / spongy running trainers; but they just felt ‘squelchy’ and as you say - not the right footwear for my application…..

Absolute power-walking as I do: seems to really put a perplexing spin on what to wear for not only support…..but mainly at this point - comfort.

I should perhaps also mention I’ve played golf for 35 years (6-7 miles a round), am on my feet all day at work in boots and don’t and haven’t suffered footwear-wise in anything else I’ve done or do ever in the past. Ie: I don’t think I have sensitive / funny / oddly sized, shaped feet or otherwise.

Maybe I need some sort of ‘Professional’ fitting ?

Have you been assessed for orthotics? A specialist running shop should be able to gait analyse and offer podiatry services too

 

[Jameshow]

I know you mention your Salomon always look dirty, but I have consistently found them the best for both walking shoes and boots. Light, comfortable, plenty of cushioning and suit my foot shape.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/18574436...tixoXeJTeO&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
These were the ones I had now discontinued.

I'm sure as you go up the range they improve drastically.

 

[Reynard]

Have you been assessed for orthotics? A specialist running shop should be able to gait analyse and offer podiatry services too

This is what I was thinking too... Insoles made specifically to fit might be a better option than throwing money at shoes and boots that might cause problems further down the line.

 

[Jameshow]

I should up date this thread.

The cheap £15 shoes up thread are carp the liner come away, the bumper round the front has disintegrated and the sole separated from the upper which I have glued with contact adhesive...

I then brought a pair of peter storm lindale off the bay for £25 nos which have been amazing well recommended.

 

[Fab Foodie]

I usually get something from Millets or Blacks

My usual tailor....