The best shoes for walking

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fishmounter

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So I'm starting this walking every morning with my dogs and I quickly found out that my simple comfortable slip on shoes are not very good for long walks. What are the best shoes for walking? I don't want to spend a lot of money, but I do want comfort and support. What do other seniors wear? Can anyone recommend a good shoe?
 

I always wear skechers with memory foam, for walking any distance...the memory foam sole protects your feet from shocks..
 

I'm a life long walker,over the yrs I wore various walking shoes.The ones I've been wearing the past 7 yrs are New Balance.Yes,they are a bit more expensive than other shoes,very comfortable in my opinion The only store I can find the NB shoes in my size is Kohls.
I retired 6 1/2yrs ago,take 3 walks a day{weather permitting}. I usually buy a new pair of shoes every 6 months or so considering all the walking I do Sue
 
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I like a "running shoe" with my orthotics inside. Not that I run anywhere unless being chased by a rabid dog or if there's a good sale at the mall, but.......

They're light weight, which I like, and roll well from front to back. A "trail running" shoe is best....good amount of traction.
 
I usually wear sneakers for walking or hiking, unless there's snow on the ground then I use my hiking boots which aren't that comfortable. I find that Saucony or New Balance brand are the most comfortable, so I imagine the New Balance walking shoes are comfortable as suggested here. These shoes are not cheap, but you get what you pay for. My feet are big and wide for a woman, so I often buy the men's styles, which usually come in the darker colors I prefer. I've also had issued with Plantar Fasciitis in the past, so I go with the better 'shoe'.
 
About 3 years ago I took a chance on Five Ten Freerider Pro bicycle shoes at a bike shop in Greensboro, NC while visiting my daughter. I paid about $110 and thought that I was paying too much. Boy, was I wrong. I have worn them constantly and can't wear them out, and they are terrific for comfort and walking.

Just place the bold words above in your browser and you can read about all the great reviews given them.
 
I wear Nike Odyssey running shoes. They are considered a "stability" shoe, though they are very flexible and roll well back to front. They have good arch support, which I need. They are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn.
 
I use the New Balance walking shoes as well. They are not cheap, but wear well, and are mighty comfortable. I buy the ones with the velcro closures, as they are easier for me to get on and off. I have worn them for years. My husband does as well. They come in men's and woman's sizes, but the styles are basically the same.

 
Nike's "Dew The Dunk"
These are the best shoes for walking and great if you happen to wander onto a basketball court :cool:
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I wear new balance walking shoes but if I was buying again knowing what I believe now, I'd take any pair of lightweight shoes that were comfortable, I'd put a good insole in and they'd be just as good.
 
Most anything by New Balance, but don't buy from a catalog, unless you go to a store and try them on first. NB has a history of running narrow in width, depending on the model.
 
oldman said:
... NB has a history of running narrow in width, depending on the model.
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Good to know. I need narrow shoes and they're hard to find. There are several stores you can order NB shoes from here. They don't keep many in stock. I'd rather return them through the store. (I hate returning things.:p)
 
oldman said:
Most anything by New Balance, but don't buy from a catalog, unless you go to a store and try them on first. NB has a history of running narrow in width, depending on the model.
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Oldman, I'm surprised at this. When my grandsons were much younger, I always bought their sneakers. One time I stuffed my youngest's feet into Nike's and he couldn't walk very far without pain. So, I returned them for his usual New Balance because he has a wide foot and New Balance ran wider!

Maybe they changed.
 
RadishRose said:
Oldman, I'm surprised at this. When my grandsons were much younger, I always bought their sneakers. One time I stuffed my youngest's feet into Nike's and he couldn't walk very far without pain. So, I returned them for his usual New Balance because he has a wide foot and New Balance ran wider!

Maybe they changed.
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I always buy New Balance because they come in wide widths. If I buy Nike's or Adidas I might as well just bind up my feet like they used to do to Japanese women.
 
oldman said:
Most anything by New Balance, but don't buy from a catalog, unless you go to a store and try them on first. NB has a history of running narrow in width, depending on the model.
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I always get my New Balance Walkers from Amazon. I order size 11 EE and they fit fine every time. I keep at least one pair in reserve, that way I can buy them when they go on sale.
 
New Balance are always good walkers. I bought three pairs of Earth shoes when they were on sale last year and they're my favorite walking shoes ever. When I first put them on, I thought they were going to be too tight but they rapidly adapted to my feet.
 
Trade said:
I always get my New Balance Walkers from Amazon. I order size 11 EE and they fit fine every time. I keep at least one pair in reserve, that way I can buy them when they go on sale.
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I get mine from amazon too and always have an extra pair! My 8 and a half fit perfectly.
 

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