<p>Oh I just read your comment about hiking shoes. I bought a pair on line, and ordered them a half size bigge than I normally wear, but I fear they will be too small. And I waited too long to return them. Sigh. This isnt them, but close. They are made by Jambu <a href=“http://www.amazon.com/Jambu-Womens-Himalaya-Sneaker-Bronze/dp/B00385WY6C/ref=sr_1_14?s=shoes&ie=UTF8&qid=1394886040&sr=1-14&keywords=shoes+jambu+hiking”>http://www.amazon.com/Jambu-Womens-Himalaya-Sneaker-Bronze/dp/B00385WY6C/ref=sr_1_14?s=shoes&ie=UTF8&qid=1394886040&sr=1-14&keywords=shoes+jambu+hiking</a></p>
<p>Well I just took a walk in the hiking shoes and they are definitely too small for me. Anyone want a pair of ladies size 7.5 Jambu all terra hiking shoes/ All I would ask is you pay the shipping (I can calculate cost with my fedex account)</p>
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<p>That’s too bad. I have a pair of Timberland hikers that are too smallf for hiking. OK for around town.</p>
<p>KMC:</p>
<p>Around here, the Keen’s and the Merrills are equally popular. Pretty much the same thing except the Merrills seem to fit narrower feet better and the Keen’s better for wider feet with a big toe box. The Keen’s fit me better. In fact, they were super comfortable when I wore a pair around the house (thank you Zappos!). But, I ended up going with the beefier LLBean boots. The Keens didn’t have enough structure across the top of the foot to keep my toes from slamming forward going down hill. They are like running shoes – mostly fabric across the top. That makes them comfortable, but I couldn’t lock my foot back in the boot unless I putled the laces super tight. I just think the terrain where I do most of my hiking is so rugged that something a bit more substantial works best.</p>
<p>I would say that the well-equipped hikers around here are split pretty equally between a hiking boot like the Beans, a lighter boot/shoe like the Keens, and the “gazelle kids” wear trail runners. I think i’ve seen one person in Vibram 5-Fingers. And one in flip flops!</p>
<p>I have a pair of New Balance trail shoes that I’ve been using to date. Guess its back to those. We are not talking major serious hikes here…</p>
<p>These are what I have. No takers?
<a href=“http://www.seasoles.com/Jambu-Elite-Cinnamon-Brown-Coral-p/405brn.htm?1=1&CartID=0”>http://www.seasoles.com/Jambu-Elite-Cinnamon-Brown-Coral-p/405brn.htm?1=1&CartID=0</a></p>
<p>I got the Keen Targhee mids last fall before we went to Scotland and Ireland. They were terrific – no blisters, light but comfortable. Only thing I would say is to wear socks above the ankle – the collar rubbed against my ankle, probably because it was putting my foot in the correct position vs. how I usually walk. I went a half size up to accommodate socks and leg swelling. Have never spent that much $$ on a pair of shoes in my life, but was glad I did for this purpose.</p>
<p><a href=“Keen targhee ii mid shitake blue spruce + FREE SHIPPING | Zappos.com”>http://www.zappos.com/keen-targhee-ii-mid-shitake-blue-spruce</a></p>
<p>Link to the St. Catherine’s training videos:
<a href=“StKatesAthletics - YouTube”>https://www.youtube.com/user/StKatesAthletics</a>
I am liking those videos.</p>
<p>Sorry, jym – I’m a 10-10.5 in hiking shoes!</p>
<p>Bummer, jym, the ladies in my family all wear size 9.5 - 10 in hiking shoes. You did not buy them At REI, did you? Because REI will take them back even in worn condition. The Nordstrom of outdoor enthusiasts. :)</p>
<p>Yep, 9.5 for me as well!!</p>
<p>I thought ya’ll were talking about 9.5 miles and I was about to say “we’re not worthy!”. Then, I realized 9.5 was a shoe size. :)</p>
<p>countingdown:</p>
<p>Yeah, those St. Kate’s videos are terrific. Great collection of exercises.</p>
<p>This is a good one that requires no equipment:</p>
<p><a href=“Single Leg RDL with 3 Way Reach - YouTube”>Single Leg RDL with 3 Way Reach - YouTube;
<p>Nope-- only had a 30 day return option. All you ladies with big feet!! ^:)^ </p>
<p>Longest run yet on my Landice 7 dreadmill! 5.6 miles for a 35 mile week. 60 degrees down in the basement- so perfect. Did some tempo work during the run. Got HR up to 160 (max is 185). Raining and windy outside. I think H is going to take a spin on it and I’m anxious to hear how he thinks it compares pace-wise to the ones we were using at the gym.</p>
<p>Sounds good. I’ve been wondering how your fancy new toy was working out.</p>
<p>Speaking of running… I’m chasing very fast moving weather forecasts trying to grab some hiking days. I’ve got a [concert</a> up north Friday night](<a href=“Robert Randolph & The Family Band: Born Again, Live on Soundcheck in The Greene Space - YouTube”>Robert Randolph & The Family Band: Born Again, Live on Soundcheck in The Greene Space - YouTube) and the weather was looking promising enough to make a hotel reservation and plan a Friday hike, Friday night concert, and Saturday hike. Now, the prediction is snow flurries on Friday, steady snow on Saturday, so that plan is out the window.</p>
<p>Man, last night was brutal. Wind gusts up to 60 mph, rain. We even lost power, which was not a huge deal, but I still panicked for a moment. My exam was due at midnight, and I also had some work going for a client that needed to be turned in. Luckily, the outage was only for a few minutes. </p>
<p>It is still really windy - went for a short run on the beach, but might have to run on a dreadmill later today. </p>
<p>Hi all - checking in. I had intended to train for the Shamrock Shuffle (8K), which is a big event in Chicago - kind of the official kickoff to the running season, but won’t be able to, as I will be traveling for work over that weekend. So I made do with a local St Patty’s Day themed 5K. Still slow as molasses (somewhere around 39 - 40 min I believe) but finished without walking which is really my goal. It was freezing out there, with mild snow flurries! About 21 degrees - wore a turtleneck, t-shirt and windbreaker, and running tights with capris over - but once I started running, I was fine. I think I “run hot.”</p>
<p>I was parked literally across the street from the local Corepower, so went and did a hot yoga class afterwards which felt really good, and am doing one later on this evening.</p>
<p>Back to lurking! Good luck everybody!</p>
<p>Yay to running without stopping or walking! And in 21 degree weather ! Great job, Pizzagirl! </p>
<p>Good job! Sounds like a success. I can’t imagine going to a hot yoga class after racing!</p>
<p>Thank you, @interesteddad, @BunsenBurner, and @kmcmom13 for the hiking advice! </p>
<p>I would try the walking technique that you provided, interesteddad, but there are no hills in Florida! :(( I’ll see what I can do on the stairclimber at the gym when I get my shoes. I might just get tennis shoes rather than true hiking shoes. They’re looking a bit expensive!</p>
<p>I might take a look at the New Balances and wear thick socks…? I wish I knew the terrain I was walking in but I know it’s heavily forested area. @jym626, how has your experience with them been? </p>
<p>I will definitely listen to you, kmcmom13, and pretreat my clothes before I go out. The LAST thing I want is to have an allergic reaction in the middle of a heavily forested area!</p>
<p>It’s crazy to think people are still getting snow! It’s 80 outside where I am!</p>
<p>Niquii, do you have a backpack that fits all of your gear? If there is an REI store in your neck of the woods, you can get fitted for a backpack and maybe even rent one. Renting is a good way to save a few $$ if you do not plan on using the item for more than just a couple of times. There is nothing worse than a poorly fitted backpack or shoes that constantly rub your feet!</p>
<p>Oye, this sounds bad, but I have not even thought about a backpack! #-o </p>
<p>I will definitely stop by there! I just looked and there are two locations near campus. I think renting may be an option, but I think buying a backpack may be wiser because I will be going on more trips like these in the future (i.e. rough terrain, rural areas). I’m purchasing my luggage in a few weeks. I’ll make sure to get my backpack along with it!</p>
<p>Looks like I’ll be headed to google for what to pack in a backpack! </p>
<p>Not getting some sort of hiking shoes is really not too bright.</p>