Originally Posted by
livedarklions
A lot of runners believe that asphalt is a better surface for running than concrete because it's softer. I find this pretty far-fetched because I really don't believe that asphalt deforms enough to matter, but I'm not a runner.
Most neighborhood streets here are concrete. Nothing softer, just a more level, yet crowned, experience. Allows for shuffle feet running.
Still, runners ought to be able to make a decision to get out of the road when necessary due to traffic reasons.