Running Shoes still good?

I used to be a big runner until about 10 years ago when I got injured and stopped. I have an expensive pair of running shoes from then that are barely used. My question is. Are those running shoes still good? i.e. Does "time" wear down the support materials in running shoes?

Running Shoes still good?
Time will damage the shoes, especially if they had already been used before; I know you day barely used but they will have still likely picked up acidity for from the soil etc. and certianly will have picked up sweat while they were being used, with sweat etc. sat around in the trainer means they will degrade with time.





Without seeing your individual pair I couldn't tell you whether they were still good, how about buying a replacement pair, and comparing the cushioning etc. that way if you do decide they're fine you can get some more miles in them before switching, if they're not fine then you have a pair there. My best guess would be that they will probably not be in great condition, but it does depend how much 'barely' used is.
Reply:Yes, time will age the cushioning on your shoes. Most running web sites recommend new shoes at least every 9-12 months even if you haven't hit the 300-500 miles for this reason
Reply:No if your shoes havent been worn then they should nt be worn down. The only reason they would be worn down was unless some alien wore them while u were out.





It is always good to have two pairs anyway when jogging to swap them over on the one day u do jog and then the next day with the other pair intermittently. The most important thing with running is to look after your feet.
Reply:Spring for new shoes. Mark. The bottoms of your shoes are made from chemicals and begin to decline immediately after they are made.





Wear the old ones as a reminder that you should not repeat your injuries.





Good Luck
Reply:No, I have shoes 25 years old. Its the collar where the plastic oxidized and caused deterioration. I still run in my 35 year old New Balance Trackster 3's, with the bleeding blue suede
Reply:It is possible that some of the material may become hardened with time. The most important part of the shoe to check is the midsole layer of a shoe, which provides the cushioning and stability. The midsole is under the heel or the ball of the foot, and a shoe that has aged too long will show wrinkles and creases there.





The most definitive test is your own feet. Try on your shoes and go for a short run. If your shoes feel uncomfortable, or worse yet, if they cause you pain, muscle fatigue, or tightness, you are well past the appropriate time to get new shoes. If they feel fine, well, feel free to continue using them.
Reply:They most likely are slightly damaged from dry rot having sat around for 10 years. Now that you are using them again the dry rot will cause the shoes mid sole to break down quicker than normal. As long as you are not feeling pain in your feet, shins or knees using the shoes is okay.



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