The Running Channel Podcast 23: How Quickly Do Running Shoes Wear Out And How Can You Tell?
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Jun 24, 2023 They debate how long running shoes actually last and what wear looks like. Foam degradation, new foam technologies and uncertainty about longevity get airtime. They cover mileage claims for carbon-plated trainers and whether running faster speeds up wear. Practical signs for retirement, rotating pairs, repair and sustainability are discussed. News bites include a buggy half marathon and double-threshold training trends.
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Rick's 17 Year Old Shoes At His Mum's House
- Rick left a pair of New Balance at his mum's house since 2007 and still runs in them occasionally.
- He says they feel a touch unstable after 17 years but wonders if they're dangerous to use.
Rotate Shoes To Let Foam Recover
- Rotate shoes if you run multiple times per week to give foam recovery time, even swapping identical pairs helps.
- Andy suggests not hammering one pair daily when running four to six times weekly to prolong foam life.
Snapped Carbon Plate May Not Kill Economy
- Research found a snapped carbon plate didn't measurably harm running economy in Vaporflies, so plate damage may not ruin performance.
- Andy highlights a 2022 Journal of Sport and Health Science test cutting forefoot plates with no running-economy loss.