Article from the NY Times…
Patient Money
For Running Shoes, It’s Fit First and Price Last
By LESLEY ALDERMAN
Published: October 22, 2010
SHARON TANENBAUM has been a serious runner for six years. The Brooklyn resident, 30, has completed three marathons and several shorter races. Each week she logs about 20 miles.
Picture by Joshua Bright for The New York Times
Money often buys higher-quality goods, but not when it comes to running shoes, experts say.
Her favorite trainers? A $25 pair of Champion shoes she bought at Target.
“I like running in simple shoes,” she said. “The more you pay, the more unnecessary stuff you get.”
She is right. Money often buys higher-quality goods, but not when it comes to running shoes.
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