[qual]

Hi guys, just read through all the shoe threads and it seems nike frees are the way to go,

what version are the ones designed for cross training?

also what version shox are people using, there seems to be lots on ebay but most look fake

wiki says its the "nike free trainer 5.0" thats for cross training
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nike_Free

but i cant find those anywhere,

all the shoe threads seem a bit old so i would like to know what current models peole use.

Adam

[Mel]

It might help to know what country you are from?

I love Nike Shox, but I have heard that the cross trainer version they were phasing out. So a couple of years ago I stocked up on a few pairs and since I'm not doing as much gym work now I haven't needed to buy any more yet.

The Nike Free's are great, but I only really used them for walking, running and bodypump. They took a while to get used to, since they work on strengthening the soles of your feet. This hurt me to start with, but eventually I found I could walk in them all day. I love them for combat for the freedom of movement.......they are easier to turn on, let setting your foot for round house kicks etc, but I found they didn't give as much impact cushioning. I would NEVER use them for attack, although I have heard some people who have, but it's pretty crazy, especially if you really need the cushioning. The whole idea behind Nike Free's is that they simulate the bare foot and strengthing it to support itself, rather than needing heavily supportive shoes. Great for some exercises, not so great for others.

Other people have success with other brands of shoes, but these two are my favourite. Every person is different and you may need to try a few different shoes to find the one's that suit you. Also, I never use the same shoes for pump as for the cardio classes.

To help answer your question better it might help to know which country you're from and what sort of cross training you need the shoes for?

[qual]

Thanks Mel,

Im from whistable kent , UK.

Im doing my combat module soon and im just not happy with the trainers i use, i cant afford to "buy to try" so was looking at going on general recommendations and starting there.

shox sparq p8 seem to be the only offering now, but ive not really heard anythig good or bad about them and im too confused with the nike free range, it appears they have been phased out somewhat anyway??

Its purely a shoe i need for combat , all my other training is fine with what i have, but i want to make sure i give my self (and my knees) the best protection i can.

[Shane]

I had the Nike Free X trainers for combat and really loved them, but as Mel says, its not too good for impact and I started to notice the stress on my ankles and knees when I was jumping in Combat.

I've still got them and love them cause as Mel says, GREAT for freedom of movement, easy to flex foot and demonstrate the kicks but I have actually converted over to Tailwinds. They are the only Nikes (that I know of) which have air under the heel and the ball.

Haven't tried shox.
(Are they the ones that have air under the ball but a little springy thing under the heel....??)

[leanne45]

Hi

I am also from the UK and find it really difficult to get good nike trainers here so tend to buy when I'm in the US or Canada on holiday. I only wear Nike Shox and Nike Free trainers and love them both. For combat I wear the Nike Free 7.0 trainers and love the range of movement these trainers give. I would recommend them over Shox - I've tried both but definitely prefer my Frees for combat.

[Mel]

In regards to those in the UK getting nike's............if you know what size you are it's really easy to get them on www.nikeid.com, AND you get the bonus of getting them custom made

I was always jealous that you could get them in Europe and US, but not Australia..............that reminds me, I should get some while I'm still in Europe....

[gepl]

Did you know that Nike Store ships European orders from Netherlands?

[Mel]

No I didn't, why are they so damn expensive then? lol

I just checked the site, and they're 130 euros..........which equals about $210 for a pair of Nike Free. That's about $50 more than they are in Australia :?

[gepl]

Yeah, i noticed that too. The same stuff in USA if waaay cheaper! #-o

Well, you can always google down a "free ship" code. Until 17th of October "BS888" is valid. 8)

[Mel]

I've tried ordering from the US site before, but it won't let you put in a non-US address

[qual]

Well i've gone with the tailwinds for now, seem a bit heavey but very supportive, so looking forward to breaking them in!


http://www.sportsdir...ilwind-5-211021

[Shane]

qual, on Oct 19 2009, 04:24 PM, said:

Well i've gone with the tailwinds for now, seem a bit heavey but very supportive, so looking forward to breaking them in!


http://www.sportsdir...ilwind-5-211021

They're the ones I have (different colour, but same model)

I personally love em.... very supportive, never have sore feet!