I’ve had my Newtons for some time now, but because of knee problems, I do not run more than 2x’s a week. I’ve really come to like them because they are the only shoe that I can endure a good run with because I strike on my midfoot. The problem though is I only have about 250 miles on them, and the left toe (on the sole) has worn thru and the fabric on the right side of my right shoe has busted out some. For $175, I’m reluctant to buy another pair in the future because of this. Anyone else with the same issues?
250 is about normal mileage for the high performance trainers and racers. The new Sir Isaac’s are supposed to last longer. They have a different sole on them and the lugs are not as big but they are covered in carbon versus just the heal having carbon on the performance shoes. My wife bought a pair and loves them but she’s only had them a week so as far as how long they last I can’t tell you. I too have knee problems having 3 surgeries including an ACL replacement but to me it’s worth 175/155 for these shoes.
I feel the same way about the money as I’ve had 2 surgeries, no articular cartilage left or meniscus and have found the shoes to be comfortable (relative). But… its a lot to drop for something a few times a year, especially when I ordered them they assured me 400+ miles. But, I understand the point about what works best for your knee especially when that has cost thousands and that’s what you are trying to save! Has your wife had Newtons before the Sir’s? I ask because I would like some feedback on whether or not they feel the same? I do like the feel I get off the track and roads (when feeling bold) that the midsole provides.
why can’t you strike on your mid-foot in a regular running shoe? The lugs don’t make you land on your forefoot, you do that yourself. Runners have been landing on their mid/fore foot for years before Newton came along.
No she hasn’t. I let her try them on as she is only about 1.5-2 men’s sizes smaller than me, and she thought the lugs were too pronounced for her to run in. So this was a good transition shoe for her since the lug’s arent as big.
The problem is that manufactures don’t design the shoes to be ran on the midfoot or forefoot, they design them for the heel because when people try on a shoe they bounce straight up and down in them on the heel as their test as to whether or not it’s a good shoe. There isnt another shoe on the market that puts as much cushion in the midfoot forefoot as the Newtons. The only shoe that I have been able to sucessfully wear other than a Newton is the Brooks Ghost or an Asic’s Hyperspeed flat. The problem is the Ghost feels very heavy and the Asics wear out too quick.
Funny thing, I spent all last week walking around in my old Newton trainers and my back has never hurt so bad. They aren’t made for walking that’s for sure.
I have the Sir Isaacs, and was using the stability trainer before. The lugs feel very similar, but there are some differences. The lugs are spaced further apart, so to me the shoe feels more stable. Also the lugs are beveled at the toe. I have about 50 miles on the Sir Isaacs and love them. After having the Isaacs now I do prefer them over my other Newtons. Both are great shoes, but for me and my running terrain and style the Isaacs are a better “fit”
In doing my Newton research before I bought my shoes what I found consistantly was issues with the amount of wear on the shoes. This seems to be the one drawback on the shoes. To me it is worth it but I usually buy new shoes every three months or so anyway.
Thanks people. The negative (money) in this case doesn’t outweigh the positives here since I’d rather prolong surgery. First I’ll give them a call, maybe I’ll get somewhere, maybe not, but worth the try. I’ll keep going until I can’t use them though. Good luck with what remains of your seasons.