Fully waterproof trainers

longwalks1

Am after some fully waterproof trainers if possible, for trsil/field running this winter, is there such a thing? Not fussed on them getting filthy but need to keep my feet dry if possible, and all the fields and tracks local to me are wet even after a quick shower

Zero_Gravitas

My weapon of choice:


http://www.decathlon.co.uk/kiprun-xt5-waterproof-black-id_8324507.html


Been running in Kalenji shoes for about 3 years now (ever since Nike changed the last on the Pegasus) and have been very happy with them up to half marathon distance.

richj

have you considered waterproof socks, some thing like sealskinz?

heartbreak_star

Sealskinz are ace but I'm not sure I could recommend them for long distances...

HBS x

runningben16

I wouldn't really recommend fully waterproof trainers - I have Salomon XT Hornets with Goretex coating, which are great when running down a splashy trail and they do make a difference. However when the going gets really wet, and you go in above your ankle, then the water gets in and can't escape. I had a very squelchy 20-mile run on Saturday because I hadn't thought of that.

indesisiv

I run with none waterproof trainers, with lots of mesh and fast wicking socks.
Water goes in, water comes out. The socks keep the wet away from my foot.
I've never actually thought about waterproof trainers.

MarkFromCornwall

I've had two pairs of Goretex lined trainers in the past (Nike I think). They are waterproof apart from the big hole into which you put your feet - you quickly realise that when it rains the water runs down your legs and into your shoes from above. I also found both pairs less comfortable than normal trainers. However, to keep your feet dry when running on a wet surface, provided it's not raining heavily and you aren't running really long distances, I'd recommend them.

SG27

I've just bought a pair of salomon gore tex trainers. I'm sick of my feet getting wet from the smallest puddles or even wet grass!

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If you really , really want "fully" waterproof trainers then look up "wellies" because there is no such thing as fully waterproof trainers because no one wants them.The claimed Gortex proofed trainers dont work for long anyway.Who would want every drop of foot odour retained within.Its better to have footwear that breathes and suffer a bit of dampness.

SG27

sacsquacco wrote: »

If you really , really want "fully" waterproof trainers then look up "wellies" because there is no such thing as fully waterproof trainers because no one wants them.The claimed Gortex proofed trainers dont work for long anyway.Who would want every drop of foot odour retained within.Its better to have footwear that breathes and suffer a bit of dampness.

Gore tex is supposedly breathable. And I have to say my 3 year old gore tex walking boots still smell pretty good plus the gore tex has a lifetime guarantee I don't know how much success you would have claiming on the guarantee though.

indesisiv

sacsquacco wrote: »

If you really , really want "fully" waterproof trainers then look up "wellies" because there is no such thing as fully waterproof trainers because no one wants them.The claimed Gortex proofed trainers dont work for long anyway.Who would want every drop of foot odour retained within.Its better to have footwear that breathes and suffer a bit of dampness.

Goretex breathes and is fine to run in with a few caveats about puddle depth and rain strength.
PS Wellies aren't fully waterproof, there is a big hole at the top

SG27 wrote: »

Gore tex is supposedly breathable. And I have to say my 3 year old gore tex walking boots still smell pretty good plus the gore tex has a lifetime guarantee I don't know how much success you would have claiming on the guarantee though.

The difference between walking boots and running shoes is the flexibility. Goretex in running shoes tends to wear fast where the shoe bends.
I have gore-tex walking boots and they are still marvellously waterproof after several years of hard wear and tear.

If you are wearing waterproof running shoes just to keep your feet relatively dry when running across short damp grass then they are fine. If you run in lots of rain, through deep puddles or long wet grass etc then prepare for squelchy feet. For the length of the run.

I still prefer to have light mesh to let the water out, but that is my personal preference.