When to start using new sneakers?

[greysgirl]

I got some awesome new Brooks last week that I am excited to start running in. I want to be able to use them for my half marathon at the end of May, also ideally my 10k at the end of April and a 20 mile chairty walk at the beginning of May. I run about 30 miles a week right now. Should I wait a few more weeks to start running in them if I want them to last? What is your general rule on changing sneakers? 

[gt7301b]

If you need new shoes use them now, unless you are running super high mileage they should last till the end of May.

[Susie]

If you start running 30 mpw in them now, they'll be in the low 300s by late May. Still do-able. And if low 300s isn't do-able, then you shouldn't be pushing your current shoes past that now. There won't be a late May half marathon if you hurt yourself in old crappy shoes now!

[andrealynn]

I think you can start using them whenever. I always push my shoes to the absolute limit, and regret it every time.

[greysgirl]

Thanks girls. I think I can get a little more out of my current shoes so maybe I will try to get a few more weeks out of my current shoes and start with the new ones at the beginning of April. I just really want to try the new ones lol.

[Susie]

You can rotate your shoes - start wearing the new ones for some but not all runs. I do that. It helps me decide with certainty when the old ones have kicked the bucket because I can feel the difference between the new ones and old ones.

[greysgirl]

Mar 12, 2014 10:14:14 GMT -5 Susie said:

You can rotate your shoes - start wearing the new ones for some but not all runs. I do that. It helps me decide with certainty when the old ones have kicked the bucket because I can feel the difference between the new ones and old ones.

This is a really good idea, thank you!

[Deleted]

I am not a runner but I love the advice from Susie to rotate!

[Raggedeannie]

I'm rotating an older pair with a new pair. Keeping the new ones bright and shiny with treadmill runs and the older runs for rain/muddy outdoor runs or overseas travel in case something happens. When weather warms up for more consistent outdoor runs, I'll probably work in one run a week on the new shoes, before switching over completely.