Comments on: Newton Running Shoes

By: Middalia Wayman

Middalia Wayman — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:45:15 +0000

I have not tried long distance yet..I liked them on the little run I did but I need to do a few more runs to give a thorough review. I have the 5.0 and the heel is not built up, they are very light weight and easy to run in and can be worn without socks. You definitely don’t get the same feeling as you do in VFFs but they are not as clunky as regular trainers. From what I have read people start getting major pains/injuries on anything longer than 10 and the shoes don’t last very long (and these are reviews from people who really loved them). I guess I will have to try for myself and then give my own assessment, I will share on dailymile and on blog when I have.

By: sheila

sheila — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:29:35 +0000

So Middalia, curious why the Nike Frees are said to not be a good long distance shoe. Do you like them? Have you done any long runs in them? What are YOUR feelings about the Nike Frees? What version do you have? Is the heel built up?

By: Middalia Wayman

Middalia Wayman — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:26:51 +0000

Thanks for the review and sharing your experiences. It is making me think twice about a Newton purchase. I would like to find something that isn’t clunky but is still a good long distance sneaker which many have said the Nike Free ( which I already purchased) are not.

By: Amy Reinink

Amy Reinink — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 10:28:00 +0000

I don’t think I could ever justify spending more than I already to on what’s supposed to be a cheap sport (hello, sports massage and race registrations!), so your review is quite literally priceless to me. I’m not quite brave enough to go the barefoot route quite yet, so for now, your review makes me feel good about not spending the money. Thanks for letting me live vicariously through you!

By: SDrunner

SDrunner — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:53:56 +0000

No wonder why there was a contest to win a pair of Newtons via Twitter! Can’t believe they’re so much more expensive than regular shoes. I really want to try out those FiveFingers though, they look very..interesting.

By: Michael Sandler

Michael Sandler — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 18:27:20 +0000

As a barefoot runner who spent 6-8 months in Newtons before going barefoot, I’d say they’re a good transition tool, but a bit backwards in key ways. Rather than helping your forefoot be closer to the ground…as you are barefoot, the ‘lugs’ take you farther away from the ground, which reduces both feel and stability. The lack of stability can increase the chance of injury, and cause soreness in muscle groups forced to provide stability in ways you’ve never trained for (or perhaps intended) and secondly, being able to feel the ground is important for stability, control, and light-footedness, keys to barefoot running that are missing when heavily shod.

By: Punk Rock Runner

Punk Rock Runner — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:46:59 +0000

I picked up a pair of the five fingers today and plan on wearing them all weekend (not to run yet). As far as the Newton’s go, as soon as my current shoes are done I plan to switch. I’ve had too many injuries and need to make a change. Thank you for the post, it’s always nice to hear what the fast people have to say about a product. All the best – Ron

By: Tanya

Tanya — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:24:14 +0000

I look forward to updates on your experience with these. I’m fascinated by the concept, and have considered the FiveFingers as well as these. Thanks for sharing your perspective!