Hello all. I've been browsing here for a couple of years and gained some useful info, decided it's time to ask the collective for thoughts on my requirements.
This is my 2nd attempt at writing this, lost the first post to auto log out, grrrr. Was a lengthy post which had been interrupted a couple of times. I noticed when registering there were choices about staying logged in but can't find options to change now, any pointers?
Given how long the first post was I'll do this one differently, which might assist with people not bothering/falling asleep before getting to the end.
I walk (and run a bit) all year round, averaging 5 days pw. Rarely less than 50 miles pw, up to perhaps 80 or 90. Of this, 10-15 miles running, has been slowly but gradually increasing over time.
Terrain varies, one day might be 8 miles all tarmac/pavement, the next 20 miles almost all 'off road' on footpaths and bridleways ranging from hardpack to wet and muddy, sometimes unpleasantly deep at this time of year. Nothing super technical, the most challenging being an occasional jaunt in the Peak District.
My last 3 pairs of shoes have been Merrells of varying price points and have done the job with differing levels of success.
I've been contemplating different footwear for different conditions and useage but this places limitations on the running I do, which is usually ad hoc when I feel like it.
Having started watching some hikers and backpackers on Youtube I've become more aware of some other brands. I used to mountain bike a lot, still do a bit, but recalled I sometimes used waterproof socks which got me thinking that perhaps something from Innov8 or the like coupled with said socks might be just the ticket for me. Then I came across several people suggesting 2/3/400 mile lifespans for a few of the Innov8 models. Is this really the case?! That might be a 6-8 week lifespan for me at best!, hmmm.
Any thoughts or comments would be appreciated.