Comments on: Newton Sir Isaac Shoe Review http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/ Mountain Biking, Backcountry Skiing and Outdoor Gear Reviews Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:02:28 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Tim http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/#comment-6002 Tim Mon, 11 Jan 2010 06:17:46 +0000 http://www.feedthehabit.com/?p=5226#comment-6002 Donald- Thanks! Donald- Thanks!

]]> By: Donald Buraglio http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/#comment-5998 Donald Buraglio Mon, 11 Jan 2010 02:20:48 +0000 http://www.feedthehabit.com/?p=5226#comment-5998 Tim - Those are the trail version of Drymax socks, my absolute favorite for all kinds of running. I've worn them for all my ultras over the past year, and they're amazing for moisture management and blister control. You're correct in noting that Newton has a <a href="http://www.pitchengine.com/newtonrunning/newton-running-introduces-trail-shoes-new-styles-and-colors-for-spring-2010/33380/" rel="nofollow">dedicated trail model</a> coming out next year - I can't wait to try it! Tim – Those are the trail version of Drymax socks, my absolute favorite for all kinds of running. I’ve worn them for all my ultras over the past year, and they’re amazing for moisture management and blister control.

You’re correct in noting that Newton has a dedicated trail model coming out next year – I can’t wait to try it!

]]> By: Tim http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/#comment-5997 Tim Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:00:36 +0000 http://www.feedthehabit.com/?p=5226#comment-5997 Donald- Strange question, what kind of socks are you wearing in the pic of your feet with the Sir Isaacs on? They look either light blue or gray. Oh by the way, I'm on my 3rd pair of Newtons and I love em. I like the Sir Isaac's for lite trail running as well. I understand that sometime in June 2010 they will introduce a trail specific shoe. Thanks- Tim Donald- Strange question, what kind of socks are you wearing in the pic of your feet with the Sir Isaacs on? They look either light blue or gray. Oh by the way, I’m on my 3rd pair of Newtons and I love em. I like the Sir Isaac’s for lite trail running as well. I understand that sometime in June 2010 they will introduce a trail specific shoe. Thanks- Tim

]]> By: Donald Buraglio http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/#comment-5617 Donald Buraglio Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:40:59 +0000 http://www.feedthehabit.com/?p=5226#comment-5617 Jason - Forefoot running works pretty well on the trails - in fact, I use the Sir Isaacs above exclusively for trail running. The form does get a little tricky on long, steep downhill stretches or on super-technical patches of trail, but for the most part the carryover is pretty effective. I haven't found shoe stability to be an issue, but traction with the Sir Isaacs is indeed a notch below dedicated trail dogs like La Sportiva or Vasque. Newton recently announced a more rugged trail model for 2010, so it will be interesting to see the traction upgrades. Jason – Forefoot running works pretty well on the trails – in fact, I use the Sir Isaacs above exclusively for trail running. The form does get a little tricky on long, steep downhill stretches or on super-technical patches of trail, but for the most part the carryover is pretty effective. I haven’t found shoe stability to be an issue, but traction with the Sir Isaacs is indeed a notch below dedicated trail dogs like La Sportiva or Vasque. Newton recently announced a more rugged trail model for 2010, so it will be interesting to see the traction upgrades.

]]> By: Laura http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/#comment-5612 Laura Thu, 10 Dec 2009 15:35:59 +0000 http://www.feedthehabit.com/?p=5226#comment-5612 These look interesting, after converting to barefoot running trainers like FiveFingers and Feelmax http://www.lovethoseshoes.com/Range.asp?RangeID=292&Voucher=barefoot like these ones, i will take something great to convert me back to a 'cushioned' trainer, but this looks good These look interesting, after converting to barefoot running trainers like FiveFingers and Feelmax http://www.lovethoseshoes.com/Range.asp?RangeID=292&Voucher=barefoot like these ones, i will take something great to convert me back to a ‘cushioned’ trainer, but this looks good

]]> By: Jason Mitchell http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/#comment-5593 Jason Mitchell Wed, 09 Dec 2009 18:09:19 +0000 http://www.feedthehabit.com/?p=5226#comment-5593 Interesting... I'll check out their site. With my flat feet and aching knees at times it may be something to look at. Here's a great video from Netwon that I found super-informative: <object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/OcRqME__b2c&hl=en_US&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x3a3a3a&color2=0x999999"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/OcRqME__b2c&hl=en_US&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x3a3a3a&color2=0x999999" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object> So, Donald... how do you feel "forefoot running" works on the trails? It seems like you might have a bit less traction and stability on trails vs. on pavement. Interesting… I’ll check out their site. With my flat feet and aching knees at times it may be something to look at.

Here’s a great video from Netwon that I found super-informative:

So, Donald… how do you feel “forefoot running” works on the trails? It seems like you might have a bit less traction and stability on trails vs. on pavement.

]]> By: Donald Buraglio http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/#comment-5567 Donald Buraglio Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:29:12 +0000 http://www.feedthehabit.com/?p=5226#comment-5567 Jason - Basically, forefoot running means that you land on the front part of your foot instead of the heel area, like you would do if you were barefoot. It causes a whole chain reaction further up the body - more knee and hip flexion, more upright posture - and there's some evidence that it decreases impact forces and injury risk for many runners. The trick is that unless you're barefoot, you really have to focus on form the entire time, and most traditional running shoes with elevated heels make forefoot striking all but impossible. Newtons differ in that the main impact zone is in the forefoot, and the heel is purposely minimized and rounded to promote landing on the forefoot with each step. The Newton website also has several videos to help visualize the differences in running form, and provide a much more thorough explanation of its benefits. Jason – Basically, forefoot running means that you land on the front part of your foot instead of the heel area, like you would do if you were barefoot. It causes a whole chain reaction further up the body – more knee and hip flexion, more upright posture – and there’s some evidence that it decreases impact forces and injury risk for many runners. The trick is that unless you’re barefoot, you really have to focus on form the entire time, and most traditional running shoes with elevated heels make forefoot striking all but impossible. Newtons differ in that the main impact zone is in the forefoot, and the heel is purposely minimized and rounded to promote landing on the forefoot with each step.

The Newton website also has several videos to help visualize the differences in running form, and provide a much more thorough explanation of its benefits.

]]> By: Jason Mitchell http://www.feedthehabit.com/outdoors/newton-sir-isaac-shoe-review/#comment-5566 Jason Mitchell Tue, 08 Dec 2009 20:36:59 +0000 http://www.feedthehabit.com/?p=5226#comment-5566 So, Donald... tell me what you mean by "forefoot running?" I assume I could go to Newton's site and learn more, but give me the quick run-down. So, Donald… tell me what you mean by “forefoot running?” I assume I could go to Newton’s site and learn more, but give me the quick run-down.

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