There's no scientific data to prove that less cushioning leads to better running form either and after a while many barefoot runners had a host of injuries(See the Vibram lawsuit). However Hoka One One started out catering to people that ran 50 mile and 100 mile+ ultra marathons that needed the extra cushioning over those extreme distances. Now they cater to all runners and even make hiking boots and even a track spike! Altra on the other hand is more akin to the barefoot movement. They offer zero drop running shoes meaning the heel and the forefoot are the same heigh(zero drop) while most shoes have a heel stack height that is greater than the forefoot. They also offer what they call a "foot shape toe box" meaning it is more accommodating so as the foot tends to swell there is more room for toe splay. A lot of barefoot and minimalist runners have taken to this brand as they still offer minimalist footwear and natural form running shoes. However like Hoka, they also offer some maximalist shoes as well.
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Best & most comfortable shoes/boots for all day walking?
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This thread is so many years old that it's entirely possible for OP to have worn through the shoes and needs a new recommendation now.
In a word: Teva. I wear my Teva sandals almost year-round. I do have to put on something warmer and heavier when the snow falls, though...... I have high arches and these sandals really work well for me, giving my feet the support they need in the places that they need it. In warm weather, no matter where I'm going, I'm wearing my Tevas. In cooler weather, I pull on a pair of socks.....
Agreed, and I have actually responded with my original recommendation.This thread is so many years old that it's entirely possible for OP to have worn through the shoes and needs a new recommendation now.
Still very taken with Church's shoes, - extremely comfortable - and with Meindl boots, so those recommendations of a good few years ago still stand..
Arrrrgggg....I knew some hipster couldn’t resist saying Birkenstocks.
[doublepost=1535499742][/doublepost]You can always go with the Danner 8” RAT.
What can I say, this guy influensed me lots very early
Now I have a few pairs of these kinds too, But I actually run in them.
Looking at Vibram Furoshiki boots now for the for the fall. Very nice.
See if I can decide me, many choices
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