insoles

[JillGat]

I am looking for recommendations for shoe insoles that provide cushioning, specifically shock absorption when walking on tarmac. I'll be wearing Altra Lone Pine trail running shoes.

 

[dougfitz]

It makes no sense to me to choose a zero drop shoe and then add cushioning. Are you planning to run part of the way without the cushioning? If not, perhaps a walking shoe with more cushioning on the heel would be a better choice.

However, if you have already bought these, you might consider using a full length replacement footbed like those from Superfeet. Or you could keep your current footbed and just use a heel insert like Scholl's Orthoheel. I have used both approaches. The choice somewhat depends on how good the OEM footbed is - if it has reasonable padding, there is less need to replace it and just use a heel insert.

 

[spursfan]

There's no room to fit insoles in my zero-drop Merrell trail shoes - I walked along the roads on the Camino Norte without problems - more likely to have occasional problems from patches of cobbles or small stones

You might try wearing socks with more cushioning instead

 

[Anniesantiago]

I use Motion Control inserts by New Balance

 

[Telelama]

We both developed plantar fasciitis during our months long training and Superfeet insoles worked great to manage the pain by providing excellent support for the arches during our last Camino.

 

[Phillypilgrim]

I use Abeo insoles bought at The Walking Company. Bring in your socks and shoes and they fit you. A good insole and socks may bump up your shoe size though, it did for me.
www.thewalkingcompany.com/orthodics

 

[jmcarp]

I used Superfeet http://www.rei.com/product/724381/superfeet-blue-premium-insoles-low-to-medium-volume in my Merrells on the Camino and still got plantar fasciitis. Since then I've switched to Soles http://www.rei.com/product/752606/sole-dean-karnazes-signature-series-custom-footbeds-medium-volume and have had no further issues; even on the 115-mile Camino del Norte a Chimayó, which was roughly 60-70 percent walking on pavement.

It's usually necessary to remove the original insole in order to make a third-party insole or footbed to fit properly.

 

[koilife]

I am looking for recommendations for shoe insoles that provide cushioning, specifically shock absorption when walking on tarmac. I'll be wearing Altra Lone Pine trail running shoes.

Since your question is about cushioning and shock absorption rather than support, you might look at gel insoles. They're generally cheap enough you can experiment with a number of options to find what you like. You might also check at a store the specializes in the running footwear.

 

[koilife]

I used Superfeet http://www.rei.com/product/724381/superfeet-blue-premium-insoles-low-to-medium-volume in my Merrells on the Camino and still got plantar fasciitis. Since then I've switched to Soles http://www.rei.com/product/752606/sole-dean-karnazes-signature-series-custom-footbeds-medium-volume and have had no further issues; even on the 115-mile Camino del Norte a Chimayó, which was roughly 60-70 percent walking on pavement.

It's usually necessary to remove the original insole in order to make a third-party insole or footbed to fit properly.

I also switched from Superfeet to a heat-molded insole as well; although I get mine at a local runner's store (not sure what the brand is). When the mold is specific to my foot, there's not better fit, which incidentally reduces risk of blistering.

 

[gerardcarey]

I replace the original insoles in my Merrells with 'Montrail' insoles from Amazon.com. Montrail are a Columbia company.
You pop them in the oven for a couple of minutes, then into the footwear. You put them on immediately and lace them up. The insoles form to your foot shape as they cool.
A bit exey but they get the job done.
Use a lower temperature than recommended in case you have an overly hot oven. DON'T leave the oven side. They can be destroyed very easily.
Whatever shoes I use these in are my favourite shoes.
Regds
Gerard

 

[JillGat]

It makes no sense to me to choose a zero drop shoe and then add cushioning. Are you planning to run part of the way without the cushioning? If not, perhaps a walking shoe with more cushioning on the heel would be a better choice.

However, if you have already bought these, you might consider using a full length replacement footbed like those from Superfeet. Or you could keep your current footbed and just use a heel insert like Scholl's Orthoheel. I have used both approaches. The choice somewhat depends on how good the OEM footbed is - if it has reasonable padding, there is less need to replace it and just use a heel insert.

Yes, I know what you mean. The primary reason I chose the Altra Lone Peak is because of the wide toe box, which fits me better than any other shoe/boot. Altra does make a more cushiony shoe, the Olympus, but the toe box is tighter, so doesn't work for me. The Lone Peak zero drop design, while designed for trail running, actually works well for hiking, when there isn't really a heel strike issue. My midfoot is mostly what gets sore with lots of pavement walking, though maybe with more training I'll get used to it. I am going to try Superfeet and also the cheaper gel type insoles.

 

[zzotte]

Hi Jill do you mean lone peaks? I hike and run with Altra lone peak 2.5 lots of cushioning remember altras is zero drop shoe so if you properly break in your feet you don't need anything else. You may want to read about barefoot running, not that I'm suggesting you walk bare feet just good info.

Zzotte

 

[JillGat]

Hi Jill do you mean lone peaks? I hike and run with Altra lone peak 2.5 lots of cushioning remember altras is zero drop shoe so if you properly break in your feet you don't need anything else. You may want to read about barefoot running, not that I'm suggesting you walk bare feet just good info.

Zzotte

Yes, of course, I mean Lone Peak. I have a friend who lives in Lone Pine, and I keep accidentally saying that. I can walk all day on trails with these shoes, but am more concerned about pavement. With other running and hiking shoes, I have usually replaced the insoles, so am looking for suggestions for better ones than the ones they come with. Thanks for the info. and glad to know you love them, too!

 

[Anemone del Camino]

Why not visit a podiatrist and be sure to get something that will work? Some have ready made products they can ealsy fit to your feet.

 

[NavyBlue]

shoe insoles that provide cushioning, specifically shock absorption

Hello,

I have been happy with Noene NO2 insoles :
http://www.noene.com/en/
http://www.noene.com/en/mediaen/videos/ ("Noene video test", in French, but demonstrative enough).

In my understanding, these insoles, while providing shock damping, do not modify your proprioception.

 

[SabsP]

Why not visit a podiatrist and be sure to get something that will work? Some have ready made products they can ealsy fit to your feet.

And sometimes not and then they make you one specifically for your feet. And here in Belgium health insurance pays you 2/3 of the costprice back every two year. Only when you visit a specialist-doctor first of course.
Could not do without my customised insoles ( pes valgus and difference in lenght between left and right leg ).

 

[zzotte]

Jill did you try the Altra Torin or Olympus? You may like those its max cushioning

 

[JillGat]

Jill did you try the Altra Torin or Olympus? You may like those its max cushioning

Yeah, the olympus is tighter in the toe box. Haven't tried the Torin.

 

[Justabob]

I am looking for recommendations for shoe insoles that provide cushioning, specifically shock absorption when walking on tarmac. I'll be wearing Altra Lone Pine trail running shoes.

I tried several off the shelf insoles but, in the end I had custom orthotics made...a little spendy but a good decision.

 

[GreatDane]

I used to be a Dr Scholl gel insert fan. In the months before my camino when I was training, I'd put a Dr Scholl in one boot and a SuperFeet in the other for a week. The next week I'd switch. Next week switch back, etc. For me, I found the SuperFeet more comfortable in the long run. YMMV. Walked in SuperFeet. I also talked to SuperFeet customer service to see how often they should be replaced. They suggested every 400-500 miles for hikers. Plus to watch for possible delamination as the miles add up.

 

[Pete Hohmann]

I get plantar fasciitis, but the $7, over-the-counter Profoot insoles sold in many places worked better than expensive custom orthotics. No problems on the Camino, even on the 25 mile days.

 

[JillGat]

I used to be a Dr Scholl gel insert fan. In the months before my camino when I was training, I'd put a Dr Scholl in one boot and a SuperFeet in the other for a week. The next week I'd switch. Next week switch back, etc. For me, I found the SuperFeet more comfortable in the long run. YMMV. Walked in SuperFeet. I also talked to SuperFeet customer service to see how often they should be replaced. They suggested every 400-500 miles for hikers. Plus to watch for possible delamination as the miles add up.

Interesting. As an epidemiologist, I appreciate the research you did because I was considering both of those, too. One question, though; is it correct to call one of them a Superfeet?