Terra Plana

View 2009-2010

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Release Year

2010 :	VivoBarefoot Evo 2
2009 :	VivoBarefoot Evo

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Glossary

• Features and Benefits : Upper •

	Antibacterial Lining : Provides non-wicking, bacteria-free protection for your feet.
	TPU Cage : A water resistant recycled nylon cage upper.

• Features and Benefits : Midsole •

Memory Foam Insole : Removable and washable recycled memory foam insole for additional comfort.

• Features and Benefits : Outsole •

	4mm Sole : A ultra flexible sole to provide sufficion protection from any surface.
	Puncture Resistant Sole : A very durable and puncture resistant rubber outsole.

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Vibram

Release Year : 2013, 2008-2012

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Release Year

2013 :	Five Fingers : SeeYa LS
2012 :	Five Fingers : SeeYa
2011 :	Five Fingers : Komodo Sport, Komodo Sport LS, Bikila LS
2010 :	Five Fingers : Bikila, Speed
2009 :	Five Fingers : KSO
2008 :	Five Fingers : Sprint

Release Year

2013 :	Five Fingers : Lontra
2012 :	Five Fingers : Spyridon LS
2010 :	Five Fingers : Treksport

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Glossary

• Upper •

	Aegis Microbe Shield® : Inbeded in footbeds to help control odors.
	Anatomical Microfiber : A washable, bacteria resistant fiber.
	Coconut Active Carbon Fiber : Abrasion-resistant upper for great comfort and natural breathability.
	Dri-Lex Sockliner : Delivers heightened comfort through a moisture management lining system that is totally breathable and quick drying.
	Heel Strap : Secure with a rip-and-stick closure to provide a secure, supportive fit; padded collars up the comfort level.
	Insole, Polyurethane w Dri-lex® : A polyurethane footbed to provide plating protection and reduced packing over a sustained peroid of time, coverde with moisture-wicking material, Dri-lex®, for great comfort and cushioning underfoot, especially under the ball of the foot.
	Insole, Stitch Polyurethane : Stitched into the shoe to protects skin and foot tissue for a more comfortable ride.
	Instep Strap : Secure with a rip-and-stick closure to provide a secure, supportive fit with padded collars up the comfort level.
	Laminated Stretch Mesh : Stretchy laminated polyester mesh upper for excellent flexibility.
	Microfabric Overlays : Bonded to the upper to provide structural support and comfort.
	Micro-pile Fleece : Soft micro-pile polyester fleece linings wick moisture away from the foot and offer light insulation.
	Polyester Fabric : A popular synthetic fiber that are extremely strong, durable (resistant to most chemicals, stretching and shrinking, wrinkle resistant, mildew and abrasion resistant) and are quick to dry. Able to retains its shape and hence is good for making outdoor clothing for harsh climates.
	Polyamide Stretch Fabric : Thin abrasion-resistant polyamide stretch fabric fits low on feet and offers quick-drying comfort with breathable stretch-mesh panels keep debris and grit out.
	Speed Lace System : Speedy lacing closure system with locking buckle allows for a comfortable custom fit with just one easy pull.
	Stretch Mesh : Breathable single layer stretchable mesh for a glove-like fit and comfort.
	Toe Protection : Thermoplastic Urethane toe bumpers for enhanced protection and tear resistance.

• Midsole •

	EVA Midsoles : Ethylene-vinyl Acetate : A polymer which has excellent stress and impact resistance properties.
	Molded Nylon Mesh : Placed in the midsole to adds a “rock block” effect barrier to disperse impact over a wider area.
	TPU Platform : Thermoplastic Urethane : A soft light-weight midsole material used to further reduce midsole thickness and weight for increased flexibility to promote a more natural foot movement.

• Outsole •

	Anatomical Pods : Outsoles feature anatomically contoured traction pods outsole design that offers more plating protection that follow the contours of your feet and toes to distributes forefoot impact without compromising important ground feedback essential to a proper forefoot strike running form.
	Razor Siping : Process of cutting thin zig-zag slits across a sole which flex open when in motion, use extant to provide surface traction.
	TC-1 : Vibram's performance rubber in anatomical design.
	TC-1, Dura : Provide excellent traction and protection against cold and wet conditions, with strategically placed minimum thickness Vibram's top performance rubber to maximizes "foot-feel" and flexibility.
	XS Trek Rubber : Vibram technical trekking compound that represents the world wide reference for this segment both for performance and durability. The grip is exactly what is needed from difficult trekking to multisport. Coupled with big lug sole design, it is possible to enhance traction and grip on demand. When used in at a low thickness, the feedback is communicative. The information about grip and geometry of terrain prevents slipping and tripping. Different hardness’s are available for this family of compounds to obtain a better compromise between performance and comfort.

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Newton

Release Year 2012, 2010

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Release Year

2012 :	Gravity '12, Motion '12
2010 :	Gravity '10, Motion '10
2009 :	Gravity '09, Motion '09

Release Year

2009 :

Sir/Lady Isaac

Release Year

2010 :

Sir/Lady Isaac S

Release Year

2010 :

Terra Momentus

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Glossary

• Upper •

	Anatomical Overlays : Placed strategically to the contour of the foot to provide a secure fit.
	ETC Sockliner : To reduce underfoot friction with anti-bacterial properties.
	Gusseted Tongue : Intended to prevent debris from entering the shoe.
	Metatarsal Stretch Panel : Elastic panels positioned at the medial and lateral forefoot to reduce irritation.

• Midsole •

	Action/Reaction Techology™ : When using the ultra-efficient Land-Lever-Lift midfoot or forefoot running gait, the technology absorbs and then returns your own energy back to you. It's not fancy technospeak, and it's no gimmick. It's a revolutionary way of building a running shoe based on Sir Isaac Newton's third law of motion – "For every Action, there is an equal and opposite Reaction" Loosely translated, it means you get a boost of forward energy with every single stride you take.
	Dual Density Media Post : Located at the medial midfoot to forefoot and is a higher density material engineered to slow the rate of pronation.
	EVA : An industry standard midsole material designed to offer durable cushioning.
	Met-Flex : A flex groove designed to allow the forefoot to flex naturally.
	Metatarsal Sensor Plate : A sensor plate in the midsole to encourages a more natural spread of the foot within the shoe upon impact.
	Midfoot Support Chassis : Chassis for added stability.
	Universal Posting Technology : Is designed to accommodate runners who pronate, supinate and those with a neutral gait. This innovative midsole design features high-density X-shaped foam that supports both the medial and lateral sides of the foot. Working in conjunction with the Action/Reaction Technology and the Biomechanical Forefoot Top-plate, the Universal Posting Technology guides your foot down the center of the shoe. In the Newton Running shoes, the forefoot technology supports the bone structure of the forefoot ensuring even weight distribution and a solid platform for greater propulsion.

• Outsole •

	Carbon Rubber Heel : Engineered for high mileage durability.
	High Density Rubber : Utilized in the forefoot and is intended to provide a long lasting outsole.
	Textured Outsole : Utilized throughout the shoe and is designed for additional traction.

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Etonic

Structured Cushioning
2005 : Hybrid


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Glossary

Anatomical Cradle™ : This feature improves both motion control and shock absorption by mimicking the bottom of your heel in your midsole.

Circulaire™ technology : Promotes airflow with ventilated waterproof outsole design and perforated innersoles for maximum breathability and minimal perspiration.

ICO-10™ : From the heel to the forefoot allows for soft heel to toe transition and absorption of impact shock.

Visible Dynamic Reaction Plate® : Distributes weight and dissipates shock.

Dual density Evalite™ : Midsole for lightweight stability and smooth heel to toe transition.

EVERDURE® : Outsole provides high abrasion/high mileage durability. [ Read more ................ ]

Spira

Performance Trainer
2005 : Del Sol


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Glossary

WaveSpring™ : WaveSpring™ returns energy with every step.
Ray Fredericksen, president of Sports Biomechanics, Inc. compares typical midsole materials found in many athletic shoes to running in sand. While initially perceived as soft and comfortable, these shoes require the wearer to exert greater effort. Muscles must work harder, causing fatigue and increasing the risk of injury.

Unlike traditional shoe midsoles made primarily of foams, rubber compounds, or polymers, WaveSpring™ technology stores and disburses energy with every step. Testing performed by an independent source reports that 87% - 96% of the energy is returned from the WaveSpring™. This is the highest energy return score for any midsole material ever tested.**

WaveSpring™ is light and compact.
The WaveSpring™ is laterally stable, lightweight, compact, and can easily fit into a typical shoe midsole. The technology is in the heel and forefoot of the shoe. As such, it has the appearance of a normal shoe. Looking from the outside no one will know you have a spring in your step but you!

WaveSpring™ technology will not break down.
Traditional midsole materials work through compression and often breakdown quickly. The WaveSpring™ is mechanical. The spring will outlast the shoe. The wearer will have a "new shoe" feel from the first day it is worn to the last! [ Read more ................ ]

Avia

Performance Trainer
2006 : Tuned Trainer
2005 : Avi Lite

Structured Cushioning
2005 : 2051

Neutral
2006 : Avi Trainer, Euphoric 2


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Glossary

Anatomical Cradle™ : This feature improves both motion control and shock absorption by mimicking the bottom of your heel in your midsole.

Arc Technology™ : Adds a mechanical element to Avia's Cantilever® cushioning technology. Provides added stability and support upon heel strike and additional spring at liftoff.

Archrocker™ : Made by Avia to support the arch, it helps prevent foot fatigue and soreness. It also provides a smooth and comfortable walking gait.

Cantilever® : Avia's Cantilever® centers the heel over a concave sole. The sole softens impact, stabilizes the heel and provides increased energy return.

DCS® : Avia's Dual Cantilever System® that helps to maximize stability and cushioning with pressurized dual reverse Cantilever® units. The top unit cradles your heel, keeping it centered directly under your body. The bottom unit acts like a trampoline to soften impact and stabilize your heel.

DCS Plus® : Maximizes stability and cushioning with 2 interacting dual Cantilever® units. The top cradles the foot, while the bottom acts like a trampoline to soften the impact, stabilizing the foot and provide increased energy return. Fom(TM) technolory in the forefoot provides superior cushioning.

DCS Ultra® : Combines DCS with a TPU plate that provides torsional support in the midfoot; and a presurized air cushioning chamber in the heel.

Dura-Ryd™ Dura-Stryk™ : Stabilizes shoe with extended medial post and plate stability with Cantilever® outsole all designed to protect against overpronation.

Ecto Cantelever® System : Two specially designed plates work in unison to provide unsurpassed cushioning and stability. The top plate cradles the foot, while the bottom plate absobrs the impact of the heel strike.

FOM™ : Avia's soft and dense material located in key impact areas of the shoe. It conforms to your foot on impact for excellent cushioning and comfort. It bounces back to its original shape after each impact. [ Read more ................ ]

Puma

Release Year : 2011, 2010

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Release Year

2011 :

Complete : SLX Ryjin. Faas : 500

Release Year

2011 :	Complete : Ventis 2
2010 :	Complete : Velosis 2
2009 :	Complete : Velosis

Release Year

2011 :	Complete : Spectana 2
2010 :	Complete : Spectana, Vectana 2
2009 :	Complete : Vectana

Release Year

2010 :

Complete : Nightfox TR

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Glossary

• Features and Benefits •

	BioRide™ : Consist of 3 biomechanical performance enhancing components for a more natural and responsive ride : Rocker : A 'rocker' shape design to encourage a smoother touchdown and effortless toe-off : Flex : Flex grooves in key zones for a more natural foot movement with enhanced responsiveness : Groove : A midsole groove which provide a natural plus support that responds to individual biomechanics.
	Comfort Last : Maximizes fit and comfort, and covers the specific anatomical and biomechanical needs of the runner.

• Features and Benefits : Upper •

	Mesh, Open : An breathable upper used over the majority of the upper.
	Mesh, Sandwich : An breathable environmental friendly upper used over the majority of the upper.
	Sockliner, EVA : Is a molded insole designed for instep comfort.
	Sockliner, Lightweight : Lightweight insole designed for optimized air circulation and in-step comfort.
	Sockliner, OrthoLite® : Consists of two layers for maximum fit and comfort and fast material regeneration. Designed for optimized air circulation.

• Features and Benefits : Midsole •

	ArchTec™ : Mid-foot support system used to reinforce the arch and offer torsional stability.
	Cell® : Proprietary cushioning system. The Cell unit is made up of interlocking cells made of a polyurethane elastomer that, when compressed, helps to absorb shock, ensure cushioning and offer added durability.
	duoCell® : Specifically engineered Hexagonal duoCell pattern is anatomically positioned to provide durable cushioning and maximum stability. The Cell layers, made of elastomer, greatly reduce the impact forces upon heel strike. The independent Cells support a natural foot motion and slow the foot's inward rotation for optimized foot strike.
	EverFoam™ : Special slow-recovery foam heel construction for a heel fit which perfectly adjusts to the heel contour.
	ldCell® : Forefoot : An EVA based low density material cushioning layer for improved shock absorption. The anatomically specific placement is designed to protect and support during the gait cycle.
	KMS 100 CM-EVA™ : EVA compound to improve the cushioning properties of Puma's midsole and to extend durability.
	KMS Lite : Mid-sole material is 30% lighter than standard PUMA-EVA and reduces the overall shoe weight up to 10%.
	Last, IdCell® : Lasting constructed with Puma's IdCell® to provides additional cushioning.
	Last, Traditional : A full length strobel last construction, which is a form of slip lasting where the upper is stitched around the perimeter of the foot and no board is inserted.
	M2D™ : Dual density CM-EVA mid-sole.
	M2D+™ : Located at the medial mid-sole and is designed to slow the rate of pronation while being 30% lighter than the original M2D material.
	RockShield™ : A shield TPU forefoot plate sandwiched in the mid-sole for extra protection against stones and other firm surfaces found on the trails.

• Features and Benefits : Outsole •

	Decoupled Heel : Out-sole and mid-sole geometry that decouples the impact allowing for a softer ride and reduce pro-nation velocity during initial impact.
	EverRide™ : Blown rubber formulation.
	EverSole™ : EVA is used in the sole for increased shock absorption and weight reduction.
	EverTrack™ : High abrasion-resistant rubber composite out-sole material placed in areas of high-wear.

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Reebok

Reebok Premier

Support
2007 : Trinity KFS 2, Road Plus KFS
2006 : Trinity KFS, Road Plus 3
2005 : Road Lite 3

Cushioning
2006 : Ultra DMX 3
2005 : Cushion 3


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Glossary

3D Ultralite™ : Injection-molded mixture of rubber and EVA that eliminates the need for separate midsole/outersole pieces.

DMX® Foam : PU foam insert to attenuate shock on impact

DMX® Shear : Thin, rubbery lateral heel insert to cushion and direct the landing heel toward toe-off

KFS® : Kinetic Fit System : Enhances performance by strategically placing support, flexibility and compliance expansion joints in the footwear where they are needed most. These expansion joints facilitate moving energy to provide an unparalleled comfortable fit across a variety of foot shapes, while still maintaining the support the foot needs while in motion.

PlayDry™ : Polyester fiber that wicks moisture to the surface for evaporation.

Transition Bridge™ : Shank support that returns shoe to proper shape after torsional forces of the foot pass through.

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Pearl iZumi

Release Year 2012, 2011, 2010

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Release Year

2012 :	Kissaki
2011 :	Streak 2
2010 :	Syncro : Fuel
2008 :	Streak

Release Year

2011 :	Syncro : Float 4
2009 :	Syncro : Float 3

Release Year

2009 :

Syncro : Pace 3

Release Year

2010 :	Syncro : Guide 3
2008 :	Syncro : Guide 2

Release Year

2010 :

iso : Seek 4

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Glossary :

• Upper •

	Bonded Seamless Mesh : A extremely breathable seam-free upper, designed to reduce irritation with unparalleled fit.
	ES3 : Seamless Upper Technology Breathable mesh upper featuring a Kevlar lacing system for increased fit and support.The Pearl Izumi patented visible ES3: Endo-Skeletal Support Structure provides a secure, no pressure point fit for the ultimate comfort ride.
	Slip Last : A shoe construction where the shoe upper is pulled over the last and then attached to the midsole. The resulting shoe is lighter and good for those with rigid feet who need more motion.
	Welded Overlays : Welded to shoe's upp in specifically location for a more secure fit.

• Midsole •

	Drainage Holes : Allows water and sweat to escape easily.
	Dual Density EVA Insole : High-performance builted for increased arch support.
	Energy Cell : Located in the forefoot and is a responsive cushioning device that is designed for increased energy return.
	Energy Foam : Cushions the foot upon impact and then returns energy back to the runner for plush all day cushioning.
	EVA : Industry standard thermoplastic designed to provide durable cushioning.
	EVA Top Sheet : Sandwiched between the Syncro Stability Frame and the upper. It is engineered to provide underfoot cushion.
	Graduated Guidance System : Engineered with graduated foam density to guides the foot for a efficient heel to toe-off.
	Ortholite sockliner : Under foot insert for amazing step-in comfort and long-lasting cushioning every time.
	SkyDex® : Cushioning. Protection. Comfort : The Skydex gives your foot a serious cushion on heel strike, every time, for long mileage. Integrated with the SyncroFrame Guidance System, it greatly increases shock absorption using a material that is unmatched in impact protection performance.
	SkyDex® Crash Pad : Composed of thermoplastic polyurethane molded into a twin hemispherical pattern engineered to absorb shock from heelstrike.
	SkyDex® Forefoot : Forefoot cushioning system made up of thermoplastic polyurethane molded into a twin hemispherical pattern designed for toe off propulsion.
	Syncro Frame : Guidance System : Stability. Energy return. Durability : Programmed guidance system offers a biomechanically tuned ride. Provides midsole structure which results in a longer midsole life. The forefoot thrust plate combined with high rebound foam provides great efficiency and energy return.
	Syncro Guide : Support Guidance System : Breathable, seamless upper with integrated, reflective webbing support. Super-soft, non-stretch microfiber suede lining holds the foot securely. Full foot "Syncro S" stability frame provides solid guidance and support for light to significant pronation needs. Skydex forefoot and heel components provide exceptional shock absorption and energy return, giving super cushioning and a lively feel.
	Syncro Stability Frame : Is positioned from the medial heel to midfoot and is a thermoplastic device intended to reduce mild pronation.
	Syncro Stability Frame Half-length : A low profile thermoplastic device intended to reduce mild-pronation which is located from the heel to midfoot.
	TPU Bridge : Located at the bottom of the midfoot and is a thermoplastic unit intended to maintain forefoot and rearfoot torsional integrity.

• Outsole •

	Carbon Rubber : An extremely durable outsole which consist of synthetic rubber with carbon.
	Blown Rubber : A general term used to describe a highly cushioned yet less durable form of rubber.
	Hybrid Sole : A combination of blown rubber and outsole-grade EVA for great cushioning, flexibility and weight savings

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