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For runners from first 5K to marathon who fear the next injury more than a slow time. See which products people name most and open the comments behind the ranking.

12 products124 comments4 threadsupdated 6 days ago
  1. Ghost

    Brookslove
    8

    Comfortable, stable, durable with medium cushioning. Works for running, gym, and walking. Reliable and dependable.

    I've probably run in every version of Brooks Ghost. I keep buying it because it doesn't do anything wrong. It's comfortable, stable, and durable. It has medium cushioning that isn't too soft or firm. It handles everything I throw at it and doubles as a gym and walking shoe.…

    01
  2. Novablast 5

    Asicsmixed
    5

    Great weight and versatile for any run type. Lasted 500 miles for some, but others found them shot after 400 miles.

    Asics Novablast 5 Ran in Hoka Bondi 8's for the first year and then wanted to switch it up. Did not realize how heavy Bondi 8's were and realized they were better for walking shoes rather than running. On my second pair of Novablast now after doing 500 Miles in first pair.…

    02
  3. Super Blast

    Asicslove
    4

    Great support and bounce, go-to shoe for race day. Helped achieve half marathon PB.

    $209.99 · 4.7★ (2,200) · DICK'S Sporting Goods

    Highly recommend ASICS Super Blasts! I have tried out the Gel Kayanos and Novablasts but I found the Super Blasts to be the shoe I’m reaching for the most now. Definitely my go to shoe for race day! They have great support and also enough bounce. Took home a half marathon PB…

    03
  4. Injinji

    love
    3

    Favorite running socks that separate toes to prevent blisters, especially for long second toes.

    Injinji are by far my favorite socks. They’re the only thing I use for running at this point.

    04
  5. Balega

    love
    3

    Pricey but worth it. Extra arch compression available. Never gotten a blister wearing them.

    I also vote Balega. I love the ones with the extra arch compression. They are pricey but so worth it!

    05
  6. Glycerin

    Brookslove
    3

    Plain reliable and dependable. Glycerin Max were a revelation.

    Love Brooks! I have the Ghost 16 and 17. Waiting to check out the 18. I also have the Glycerin and I love those as well. Brooks are just plain reliable and dependable. You know what you’re getting. I’ll add that if you are looking for some check out Relay Goods or Brooks…

    06
  7. Vomero

    Nikelove
    2

    Running in them since 2008, purchased about 40 pairs. Always comes back to them.

    I've been running in Nike Vomero since 2008 when I put on my first pair of version 2s. I've probably purchased 40 pairs since then. Occasionally I'll try something a bit less expensive, but I have always come back to the Vomeros.

    07
  8. Gel Kayano

    Asicslove
    2

    Good stability shoe for pronation. Always comes back to same brand every time.

    Highly recommend ASICS Super Blasts! I have tried out the Gel Kayanos and Novablasts but I found the Super Blasts to be the shoe I’m reaching for the most now. Definitely my go to shoe for race day! They have great support and also enough bounce. Took home a half marathon PB…

    08
  9. Courier Socks

    love
    1

    Very comfortable, especially the lofi and merino versions.

    I'm rocking Courier Socks right now and I'm digging them.

    09
  10. Darn Tough

    love
    1

    Great for everyday wear with lifetime guarantee. Replaced 6-8 year old socks with normal wear holes.

    I used Darn Tough for the longest time…love them for every day wear. And I have to applaud their “lifetime guarantee”. Ive sent 6-8yr old socks back for normal wear and tear holes after using nothing but them. Seriously just wore holes into them over tons of heavy use and they…

    10
  11. Bondi 8

    Hokaavoid
    1

    Heavy shoes, better for walking than running.

    $175.00 · 4.6★ (10,000) · Scheels

    Asics Novablast 5 Ran in Hoka Bondi 8's for the first year and then wanted to switch it up. Did not realize how heavy Bondi 8's were and realized they were better for walking shoes rather than running. On my second pair of Novablast now after doing 500 Miles in first pair.…

    11
  12. Smartwool

    love
    1

    Merino wool socks, warm in winter, not sweaty in summer. Pretty thin with cushion options.

    Smartwool… I like merino wool socks - warm in the winter, not sweaty in the summer. They are pretty thin to and come with cushion as needed

    12

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Every time I build up mileage my shins or my knees flare and I have to stop
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