The Running Thread --2025

[fatmanatee]

NOT runDisney related technically but as some of you know Nintendo Switch 2 preorders went live last night and I got the full RD experience trying to get it from Best Buy:

- they were late in starting
- in the meantime i tried to get it from Walmart but got blocked by my credit card flagging it as fraud
- Best Buy goes live at 12:30 am
- I wait about 45 minutes and the queue glitched out and punted me back to the main product page
- Jumped back in and 20 min later same thing happened (at this point i'm getting t-shirt selection flashbacks)
- Jumped back in *again*, punted and console is listed as sold out

Let's try it again today!

 

[michigandergirl]

I was using Asics Cumulus 25 but the newer ones didn't feel the same to me

You could try the Asics Novablast. I used to run in the Cumulus, but switched to the Novablast about 3 years ago and have been very happy with them (I have wide feet).

 

[KCO5988]

You could try the Asics Novablast. I used to run in the Cumulus, but switched to the Novablast about 3 years ago and have been very happy with them (I have wide feet).

I second the novablasts. I started wearing them this last training cycle for tempo and pace runs and love them.

 

[rick1zoo2]

I second the novablasts. I started wearing them this last training cycle for tempo and pace runs and love them.

ditto on the Novablast 5's. They were a lifesaver for my joints. I have regular width, but they do feel like there is more room in the toe box, which I like. I have tried on various styles of Hoka's and they just never felt right.

 

[Jules76126]

DH and I have decided that it might be a good idea to invest in a treadmill. Anyone have a recommendation or a good strategy for researching options that won't break the bank?

We got a NordicTrack about 3 years ago. It gets daily use. My husband and I both mainly run on the treadmill due to have small children. We did get a deal by haggling with the salespeople. I accidentally hit submit on an order and called to cancel. They happily canceled it for me and then emailed me with deals. I think we were able to get free delivery/set up and a free year of iFIT. We did buy the extended service package and it was worth it to us. We have had a few issues (broken board and ripped tread) and they have replaced everything without any hassle. We will probably order another when this one outruns its life.