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What Is The Difference Between Good Running Shoes And Bad Running Shoes?
Question:
I am more of the mind that the difference is the running form and style of the runner in the shoes. I prefer as little cushioning as possible so that I practice running lightly over the surface of the earth.

Answer:

The RAT has little heel padding and less fore-foot padding, weighs in at a hefty 8.5 oz., sells now for about $60, and is the most comfortable training shoe I've worn in years, even though it's marketed as a racing flat.

If you want padding, strap a pillow to each foot. You'll get injured as often or maybe more often, you'll not run as fast or feel so light. The difference between good and bad shoes? The word 'cushion' in the marketing material.







 
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