If you enjoy running the trails, you probably also enjoy making it home without sore feet, twisted ankles or ripped Achilles tendons.  You wouldn’t run 10 miles in dress shoes, so why would you run through the woods with plain old running sneakers?  The Montrail GTX lightweight performance hiker is designed for the serious user who likes pushing the pace with or without a pack.  The ridged yet cushioning sole provides support and comfort.  The higher top with extended side shoelace loops provides good ankle stability while the GORE-TEX material adds breathability and protection from water.

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After two months of running three plus miles per day, the Nimbus 10 running shoes from Asics aren’t showing any signs of wear; I on the other hand am. 

Despite the name, the GEL-Nimbus® 10′s aren’t meant for running on clouds, otherwise they’d be waterproof.  They are however, meant for running on solid ground, which is where I prefer to run anyway.  With about 300 miles under the soles, the functional stability of these sneaks are as sound as the first day I put them on.  This isn’t hard to believe considering the 10 layers of comfort and performance that go into these kicks.  If you’re a runner and you haven’t tried a pair of Asics, then you owe it to your feet to make the change.  Yes, everyone’s feet are different, so before you get the GEL-Nimbus® 10′s, make sure you know your foot size and width…it does matter. 

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