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UP & RUNNING Manchester, is managed by Martin, a dedicated runner who's run everything from "Leg it Round Laithkill" to the London Marathon.
Ben has been a competitive runner for 10 years, competed in the Great North Run 4 times and managed a position of 28th with 68:08. He has represented the North of England and was ranked in the UK top 30 for the 5,000 metres in the 2006 track season. He's also a qualified UK Athletics Level 2 endurance coach.
Nick is a triathlete since 1994, a 13 x Ironman finisher, 2 x Hawaii Ironman world championship finisher, and a London - Brighton double marathon finisher. A podiatry student, he's just the man to help you choose the right pair of running shoes.
Owen is a sports enthusiast who particularly enjoys taking part in rugby and currently play for Oldham RUFC. He's a regular @ Race the train in Tywyn in mid wales and hopes to get a pb this year.
Hannah enjoys multisports: mountain biking, horseriding and of course running! Having started running 2 years ago for enjoyment and fitness she completed 2 10ks last year and is looking at a few more this year.
Joe is a keen runner and achieved his best time to date at this year's Windermere Marathon and intends to improve over the distance in the next year. Aside from running Joe enjoys mountain and road biking, playing five-a-side and hiking and camping.

VACANCY: we are looking for a part time sales assistant for this shop. An interest in running and fittness is essential. Contact the shop manager, Martin, as below.

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Saucony Fastwitch 2 (£60) – Ben

This is a race shoe I have used many times over the past 12 months and has been a mainstay for my marathon and half marathon races, as well as speed sessions.
The fit is very similar to most shoes in the Saucony range, nice and snug at the midfoot with a slightly wider forefoot area.
The shoe is very light weight with some mild support under the instep, which makes it a more suitable option than their “Type A” model for runners who overpronate and require a racing flat.
The cushioning is very adequate and holds up well against its contemporaries ie, Brooks ST Racer. As for durability? Most racing shoes only offer half the mileage you'd expect from a training shoe, I've had a good 250 – 300 miles out of mine and they aren't quite finished yet.
The Fastwitch is ideal for experienced marathon runners, but it may be a little minimal if running for a longer duration than 3 hours, it's a cracking shoe for 10K and Half-marathon races. It's also useful for younger club runners who may prefer something more substantial and versatile for track sessions than a spike shoe.
The soft inner lining also makes this a viable option for triathletes, as they can be worn without socks – although, I would only recommend this for runners who are familiar in doing so.
For heavier runners, or for 3+ hour marathon runners, the Grid Tangent may be a slightly better option.

Thorlos Experia Socks - Review by Martin

The new Experia sock follows the same principal as their regular crew sock in providing substantial padding with a flat seamed toe section. In the past Thorlos socks have compromised on a light-weight feel for superior comfort, but the Experia is much sleeker thanks to the patented Thorlo Pads, which are situated in the heel and forefoot (rather than throughout the whole sock as in the past). The rest of the material throughout the sock is very thin and light-weight, providing optimal wicking and giving the runner a race-sock feel, whilst being padded enough to be substantial over long training runs and events (half-marathons and beyond). The Experia also have an elasticated feel, which makes the sock more fitted around the foot.
I have been very impressed in the two months I have used them and they are currently my sock of choice for long runs, especially in warmer conditions.

FAQ - some common questions answered

Do I have to book for a gait analysis?: No! Gait analysis is available Mon-Sat 10am – 5:30pm, Sundays 11am – 4:30pm
What is gait analysis?: 'Gait' is basically the scientific name for walking! A gait analysis therefore is the analysis of your walking pattern. This is done by recording your gait whilst you walk or run on a treadmill. We have a computer programme which then allows us to analyse your gait while you watch!
Is gait analysis free?: Yes when you are looking to buy shoes!
How long does gait analysis take?: Gait analysis itself is a relatively short process, but you need to allow yourself 30mins to have the analysis and try on the shoes recommended to you.
What is the average price of your shoes?: The average price of shoe in the shop is £75, although we do have shoes at £60 and others up to £130!
What is the difference between a neutral shoe and a stability shoe?: A stability shoe has a section on the inside of the shoe made from a stronger material. This resists the floor when you walk and stops you from rolling in if you are an over-pronator.
What is your returns policy?: We recommend that you first try the shoes on a treadmill or wear them around the house for a few days. Any problems then come back into the store. It is very difficult to exchange shoes which have been worn outside, but we always do our best for the customer!
How long does a pair of shoes last?: All shoes are designed to stand up to around 500 miles worth of running. This means that depending on how often and how far you run, a pair of shoes will last around 6 - 12 months. It is important to renew your shoes, as they will lose their cushioning and technical function.
Can I wear my trail shoes on the road?: Trail shoes and fell shoes are specifically designed for paths, grass or muddy terain. Wearing trail or fell shoes on the road will mean wearing away the tread of the shoe very quickly and is not recommended. If you run on the road, get a road shoe!
Do you sell gift vouchers?: Yes! We sell gift vouchers of any quantity, an ideal gift!

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