I run barefoot, but I'm training for a 5k that will probably be on rough pavement and will definitely be hilly. The only hilly area near me is an asphalt/gravel trail, or grass strewn with gravel from said trail. I ran on it 2 days ago and my feet are still sore (of course my friend misjudging the distance and going nearly 5 miles instead of 2 did not help!)
I feel like I could use something on my feet for the limited times when I can't be barefoot. My plan is to run this trail barefoot for 1/2 mi or so until my feet can't stand it, and then put something on for the rest of the run. Hopefully I can work up running a full 5k on this crappy trail barefoot. If I can do that, I can do anything!
Right now I run less than 5 miles per week, and I anticipate I'll never run more than 10-15 mpw. At least not any time soon. Has anyone used the Vibram Performa or Performa Jane for outdoor use? They're specifically for indoor use, but with such low mileage could I possibly get some good wear out of them?
I'm also considering a pair of SoftStar Mocs or RunAmocs, which I know will last for quite a while. My feet are too wide for the new Merrell's, and for all water shoes I've tried on.
Oh and my other concern is scalding pavement in the summer. One thin layer of leather works to keep my feet from burning so I know a moc would work, and the Performa would be fine for this. Just again, how will they hold up?
I feel like I could use something on my feet for the limited times when I can't be barefoot. My plan is to run this trail barefoot for 1/2 mi or so until my feet can't stand it, and then put something on for the rest of the run. Hopefully I can work up running a full 5k on this crappy trail barefoot. If I can do that, I can do anything!
Right now I run less than 5 miles per week, and I anticipate I'll never run more than 10-15 mpw. At least not any time soon. Has anyone used the Vibram Performa or Performa Jane for outdoor use? They're specifically for indoor use, but with such low mileage could I possibly get some good wear out of them?
I'm also considering a pair of SoftStar Mocs or RunAmocs, which I know will last for quite a while. My feet are too wide for the new Merrell's, and for all water shoes I've tried on.
Oh and my other concern is scalding pavement in the summer. One thin layer of leather works to keep my feet from burning so I know a moc would work, and the Performa would be fine for this. Just again, how will they hold up?