ClothingShoes
Running Shoes
Running Shoes are rare civilian footwear in DayZ with low insulation, drenched max wetness, 100 durability, light melee/infected protection, and Leather Sewing Kit repair. They are light footwear useful for movement, but weak against rain and rough terrain.
Quick item summary
Quick answer
Running Shoes are civilian shoes designed for short-distance sprinting and long-distance movement. They are better than basic Sneakers in durability and protection, but they still perform poorly in wet weather and rough terrain compared with boots.
In-game description
“Shoes designed for running. Not very suitable for difficult terrain, nor for rainy weather.”
Main Uses
- Wear as light civilian footwear
- Use for quiet movement compared with heavier boots
- Use as a better shoe option than basic Sneakers
- Repair with a Leather Sewing Kit
How to use this item
Use Running Shoes for lightweight movement
Running Shoes are light and useful for movement, but they are not ideal for rain or difficult terrain.
- Find Running Shoes in civilian loot areas.
- Equip them in your feet slot.
- Use them for lightweight travel and movement.
- Upgrade to Trail Shoes, Hiking Boots, or military boots when you need better wetness resistance or durability.
Repair Running Shoes
Running Shoes can be repaired with a Leather Sewing Kit.
- Place the Running Shoes in your inventory or hands.
- Use a Leather Sewing Kit on the shoes.
- Repair them before they reach ruined condition.
How to get Running Shoes
- Search civilian loot areas.
- Look for black, blue, red, violet, or white variants.
- Use them as a lightweight shoe option until you find better footwear.
Spawn info
CivilianRare
- • Running Shoes are rare civilian footwear.
- • They have low insulation.
- • They can become drenched.
- • They offer more protection and durability than basic Sneakers.
- • They are not ideal for rainy weather or difficult terrain.
Important notes
- Running Shoes use the feet slot.
- They have no inventory capacity.
- They can become drenched.
- They are better than basic Sneakers but weaker than most boot options.
- They provide light melee and infected protection but no projectile protection.