Newton Isaac

The Sir/Lady Isaac is a neutral guidance trainer is designed to help runners in making a better transition to a more efficient midfoot/forefoot (A shorter steps but faster stride, which sometimes is being refer to Barefoot running) running technique. The Isaac has a breathable closed mesh upper, beefed up for durability, including a hard plastic protective covering on the midfoot and a more durable outsole rubber.

MSRP : US$149
Weight : 10.9 oz / 300 gm
Predecessor : Nil
Features : High rebound EVA, Beveled Heel Toes Lugs, Wider Midfoot/Forefoot and Lugs, Midfoot Chassis/Shank, Enhanced Sockliner, Carbon Rubber Outersole

Neutral guidance trainer for runners committed to improving their running form to the more efficient midfoot/forefoot running style.

History : Isaac('09)

Action/Raction Technology™ : 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.

Beveled Heel and Toe : Helps guide runner easily into the midfoot/forefoot.

Beveled Lugs : Smoother, stable feel that is more gradual in the forefoot.

Carbon Rubber Outersole : Increases durability.

EVA : Single-density, high rebound EVA that stabilizes all foot types.

Wider midfoot/forefoot/Lugs : Adds stability and creates a softer feel.


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Terra Plana VivoBarefoot Evo

The Vivo Barefoot Evo is the back to basics design from Tara Plana. To encourage natural movement of your feet, the Evo provides no stabilization support, no arch support and no heel build-up (zero heel to forefoot drop). A upper breathable mesh. TPU cage, with lightweight micro fiber reinforcements for maximum breath-ability and support, with a 4mm of soft rubber cushioning on the sole for protection against most elements.

MSRP : US$160
Weight : 8.0 oz / 226 gm
Predecessor : Nil
Product Cycle : RY.2009
Features : Style : BareFoot Experience : Upper : TPU Cage, Antibacterial Lining, Memory Foam Insole : Midsole : 4mm Sole : Outsole : Puncture Resistant Sole

Recommended for runner looking for a strength building or near barefoot running experience.

History : Evo('09)

4mm Sole : A ultra flexible sole to provide sufficion protection from any surface.

Antibacterial Lining : Provides non-wicking, bacteria-free protection for your feet.

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

Puncture Resistant Sole : A very durable and puncture resistant rubber outsole.

TPU Cage : A water resistant recycled nylon cage upper.


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Brooks Glycerin 8

Brooks is gradually replacement their Hydorflow cushioning system with a new revolutionary system, DNA, with the 2010's Brooks Glycerin 8. Accordingly to Brooks, DNA will responds based upon a runner's weight and speed to provide optimal cushion and energy return (Slow pace: Softer feel-Less rebound, Faster pace: Harder feel,Better rebound). (Updated Model : Brooks Glycerin 9)

MSRP : US$130
Weight : 12.6 oz / 357 gm
Predecessor : Glycerin 7
Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2011.Jun.
Features : Style : Gender Specific : Upper : Element™ Mesh, Profile™ Sockliner, Cushsole S-257™ Last : Midsole : Stacked BioMoGo Midsole, Full-length DNA™, Caterpillar Cash Pad, DRB Accel™ : Outsole : HPR™ Plus, Flexalon Rubber : Misc : Cush Pod™

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A daily high mileage full feature "Neutral Plus - (Neutral - Under-pronator)" shoe for maximum shock absorption.

History: Glycerin Series : Glycerin 8('10), Glycerin 7('09), Glycerin 6('08), Glycerin 5~1

BioMoGo® : Fully biodegradable midsole foam for footwear. Once a pair of Brooks shoes with BioMoGo has reached an enclosed landfill, it will begin to biodegrade. In roughly 20 years the midsoles will be completely converted by common soil microbes into useful humus and nutrients. That’s about 50 times faster than a standard midsole degradation. MoGo® : Brooks claims, MoGo offers 40 percent more cushioning and gives a runner 22 percent more return of energy - the "spring" in one's step - than Brooks' former midsole. Substance 257. MoGo not only represents a giant leap forward in midsole material performance for Brooks, it also entails an evolved method of production. Compression Molded Preform (CMP) is an efficient, precise production process in which, rather than being cut out of large sheets of material in the traditional method, midsoles are cast in individual molds, resulting in 50% less waste. The CMP process also increases consistency by an incredible 200%. Less variability between midsoles ensures that runners can count on enjoying the same feel pair after pair.

Cush Pod : Midsole and outsole components are engineered to set the foot in an efficient , balanced postion throughout gait cycle, offering maximum stability and flexibility.

DRB Accel™ : To promote natural movement and provide torsional midfoot support.

DNA™ : Provides a customized ride for runners of all sizes and speeds, dispersing impact and providing ideal comfort and protection as the pace changes.

Element™ : A microfiber construction that provides strong protection against the elements in a light and quiet fabric. Element™ maintains full breathability and durable comfort.

HPR™ : High Performance Rubber : A super-durable rubber compound provides greater resistance to high wear areas of the outsole.

S257™ Cushsole : Provide a softer underfoot feel : Substance 257 : Brooks unique midsole compound is formulated to resist com-pression and rebound more quickly after impact.



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Brooks Cascadia 5

With minium changes, the new 2010 version Brooks Cascadia 5 will contiune to embrase your adventurous run with its toughenss and protection against any off-road conditions. The cascadia is upgraded with a better locking system in the midfoot area with a more breathable and better drainage system than past model. Though it may looks more clucky, its still feel and ride like the old test and trusted Cascadia. (Updated Model : Brooks Cascadia 6)

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 10.3 oz / 292 gm
Predecessor : Cascadia 4
Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : HydroFlow®, BioMoGo®, Pod Tec®, HPR™, Mesh and Synthetic Upper, Ballistic Rock Shield™, Element™, HPR Green Sole, S-257™ Cushsole, Pivot Posting

Recommended for mid to low arch runners who need support but still want a flexible trail shoe.

History : Cascadia Series : Cascadia 5('10), Cascadia 4('09), Cascadia 3('08), Cascadia 2~1

Ballistic Rock Shield : The shield is composed of a thermoplastic EVA sheath and placed under the forefoot to protect against stone bruising.

BioMogo® : Is the world’s first fully biodegradable midsole foam for footwear. Once a pair of Brooks shoes with BioMoGo has reached an enclosed landfill, it will begin to biodegrade. In roughly 20 years the midsoles will be completely converted by common soil microbes into useful humus and nutrients. That’s about 50 times faster than a standard midsole degradation.

Element™ : A microfiber construction that provides strong protection against the elements in a light and quiet fabric. Element™ maintains full breathability and durable comfort.

HydroFlow® : Liquid silicon-based system cushioning system chamber dampens shock at impact and dynamically disperses fluid at a controlled rate around the heel cushioning, stabilizing and rebounding on every stride.

Mogo® : Offers 40 percent more cushioning and gives a runner 22 percent more return of energy - the "spring" in one's step - than Brooks' former midsole. Substance 257. MoGo not only represents a giant leap forward in midsole material performance for Brooks, it also entails an evolved method of production. Compression Molded Preform (CMP) is an efficient, precise production process in which, rather than being cut out of large sheets of material in the traditional method, midsoles are cast in individual molds, resulting in 50% less waste. The CMP process also increases consistency by an incredible 200%. Less variability between midsoles ensures that runners can count on enjoying the same feel pair after pair.

Pivot Posts : Medial posting shaped to adapt varied terrain surfaces, which helps keeps the shoe from toppling over.

Pod Tec® : Podular Technology : Midsole/Outsole a configurations system in the mid/out sole to enables the shoe to bend and flex.


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Brooks Defyance 3

The 2010 Autunm Brooks Defyance 3 is based on the tooling of Adarenaline 9 without the inner board found on the Adrenline series, resulting a more flexible, fewer overlays, neutral super-cushioned trainer will all the goodness from the well loved Adrenline series. A great shoe for neutral runners seeking a shoe with a hint of stability. (Updated Model : Brooks Defyance 4)

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 10.9 oz / 291 gm
Predecessor : Defyance 2
Product Cycle : RY.2010→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : Hydroflow®, BioMoGo®, S-257™, Microfiber and Element Air Mesh Lining, DRB™ Accel, Stable-Pod, HPR™ Plus Outsole

Recommended for runners with 'High-Normal Arches, Neutral, Mild Over-Pronation' looking for a soft light daily trainer.

History : Defyance 3('10), Defyance 2('09), Defyance('08)

BioMoGo® : Fully biodegradable midsole foam for footwear. Once a pair of Brooks shoes with BioMoGo has reached an enclosed landfill, it will begin to biodegrade. In roughly 20 years the midsoles will be completely converted by common soil microbes into useful humus and nutrients. That’s about 50 times faster than a standard midsole degradation. MoGo® : Brooks claims, MoGo offers 40 percent more cushioning and gives a runner 22 percent more return of energy - the "spring" in one's step - than Brooks' former midsole. Substance 257. MoGo not only represents a giant leap forward in midsole material performance for Brooks, it also entails an evolved method of production. Compression Molded Preform (CMP) is an efficient, precise production process in which, rather than being cut out of large sheets of material in the traditional method, midsoles are cast in individual molds, resulting in 50% less waste. The CMP process also increases consistency by an incredible 200%. Less variability between midsoles ensures that runners can count on enjoying the same feel pair after pair.

DRB Accel™ : To promote natural movement and provide torsional midfoot support.

Element™ : A microfiber construction that provides strong protection against the elements in a light and quiet fabric. Element™ maintains full breathability and durable comfort.

HydroFlow® : Liquid silicon-based system cushioning system chamber dampens shock at impact and dynamically disperses fluid at a controlled rate around the heel cushioning, stabilizing and rebounding on every stride.

HPR™ Plus : High Performance Rubber Plus : A higher durability, abrasion-resistant rubber outsole compound that wears longer.

Stable Pod : Midsole and outsole components are engineered to set the foot up in an efficient, balanced position from heel strike to toe off.

S257™ : Substance 257 : Brooks unique midsole compound is formulated to resist com-pression and rebound more quickly after impact.


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Mizuno Wave Creation 11

The flagship of Mizuno the Wave Creation series is one of the best shock dispersion running shoes in the current market. The new Creation 11 (2010 Autumn) is upgraded with a new AP+ midsole, Better designed Dynamotion Fit and a Premium collar lining. Gender Engineering has been applied: Men's version are slightly wider, a flared sole that increases the landing area for a more stable and secure run. The Latest Creation is stil the same neutral running shoes with all the cushion, durability and support you love. (Updated Model : Mizuno Wave Creation 12)

MSRP : US$135
Weight : 12.9 oz / 399 gm
Predecessor : Wave Creation 10
Product Cycle : RY.2010→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : Gender Specific, Infinity Wave Technology™, SmoothRide™, AP+ Midsole™, Dynamotion Fit Technology™, Air Mesh™, Intercool™, VS-1™, Sensorpoint™, X-10™

Recommended for medium-to-high arches runners who seeks durable and maximum cushioning neutral shoes

History : Wave Creation Series : Creation 11('10), Creation 10('09), Creation 9('08), Creation 8~1

Air Mesh™ : Provides the utmost in breathability and comfort of the upper.

AP+ Midsole™ : Is Mizuno's top of the line full length midsole copolymer material that is lighter weight and has better energy return than AP : AP Midsole™ : Acceleration Polymer Responsive Midsole : Lightweight high rebound midsole material to give greater momentum at take-off.

Dynamotion Fit Technology™ : Traditional footwear distorts during the stress of the gait cycle, causing heel slippage, poor fit and wasted energy. The Dynamotion Fit Technology relieves this stress through its high-tech construction, thereby ensuring a proper fit, maximized performance and an enhanced running experience.

Infinity Wave™ : Provides the ultimate in cushioning, rebound and durability by reducing the shoes reliance on midsole foam. Wave™ Plate : Cushioning and Stability. The only technology that combines two distinctly different elements that are both inherently necessary in great athletic shoes.

Intercool™ : Solves the problem of heat and humidity build-up in a running shoe by incorporating a full-length ventilation system.

Sensorpoint™ : Stability and Traction. Mizuno's revolutionary new suspension system which uses studs that connect the Wave® plate directly to the ground, thereby enhancing stability and traction.

SmoothRide Engineering™ : Maximum Comfort, Ultimate Feel, Unsurpassed Performance. Learn more about this New Technology.

VS-1™ : Absorbs shock and enhances cushioning properties by resisting compression-set, thus extending the cushioning life of the shoe.


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Brooks Launch

Release the speed demon in you with Brooks latest, Performance trainer, Brooks Launch. Builted for speedy runs in mind, it has a well articulated outsole for increased flexibility, well-cushioned and is silky smooth and resilient ride with a sprung (upward-curving) last to get you through the miles. Through, the Launch is replacing the Burn, but it has no lateral arch lug and a flatter sole. (Burn was builted for mid-foot striker).

So what is the different between the Ghost and Launch? Ghost is a shoe for everyday training of all distances with enough cushioning and structure to keep you supported while you’re doing miles. The Launch, on the other hand, is a lightweight profile minimum(Less overlays and midsole support) shoe built specifically for speed. It’s ideal for workouts that include tempo runs or intervals, or for races when you want a light shoe but don’t want to go all the way down to a racing flat.

MSRP : US$90
Weight : 9.1 oz / 257 gm
Predecessor : Burn 3
Features : BioMogo®, Hydroflow, S-257™, Engage Sockliner, Cushsole, HPR™ Plus Outsole, Blown rubber

Recommended for neutral or supinating runners.

History: Launch('10), Burn 3~1

BioMoGo® : Fully biodegradable midsole foam for footwear. Once a pair of Brooks shoes with BioMoGo has reached an enclosed landfill, it will begin to biodegrade. In roughly 20 years the midsoles will be completely converted by common soil microbes into useful humus and nutrients. That’s about 50 times faster than a standard midsole degradation. MOGO® : Brooks claims, MOGO offers 40 percent more cushioning and gives a runner 22 percent more return of energy - the "spring" in one's step - than Brooks' former midsole. Substance 257. MoGo not only represents a giant leap forward in midsole material performance for Brooks, it also entails an evolved method of production. Compression Molded Preform (CMP) is an efficient, precise production process in which, rather than being cut out of large sheets of material in the traditional method, midsoles are cast in individual molds, resulting in 50% less waste. The CMP process also increases consistency by an incredible 200%. Less variability between midsoles ensures that runners can count on enjoying the same feel pair after pair.

Cush-Pod configuration : Midsole and outsole components are engineered to set the foot in an efficient , balanced postion throughout gait cycle, offering maximum stability and flexibility.

Engage sockliner : Sockliner, which has some contour but is especially formulated for resiliency and bounce.

HydroFlow® : Liquid silicon-based system cushioning system chamber dampens shock at impact and dynamically disperses fluid at a controlled rate around the heel cushioning, stabilizing and rebounding on every stride.

HydroFlow® Forefoot : Located where the metatarsal head region of the foot rests in the shoe. Forefoot Hydroflow is designed to attenuate shock and dampen forces.

HydroFlow® ST : Located in the heel and is cushioning device which consists of a chamber filled with viscous fluid. Hydroflow ST is designed to attenuate shock, dampen impact forces, and provide added heel stability.

HPR™ : High Performance Rubber : A super-durable rubber compound provides greater resistance to high wear areas of the outsole.

S257™ Cushsole : Provide a softer underfoot feel : Substance 257 : Brooks unique midsole compound is formulated to resist com-pression and rebound more quickly after impact.


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Nike Zoom Structure Triax 13

The Nike Air Zoom Structure Triax+ 13 (Autumn 2010) support running shoe is built upon a proven support with both heel and forefoot Nike Zoom Air unit to give you a superb mix of moderate stability, cushioning and flexibility. Enjoy the same great fit with an improved in crash pad for better absorb shock at impact and moderate pronation, as well as a lighter-weight upper and a heel-strap overlay attached to the laces for great rearfoot lockdown and a secure fit, in the lastest Structure Traix for mild to moderate over-pronation everydat trainers. (Updated Model : Nike Zoom Structure Triax 14)

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 13.1 oz / 371 gm
Predecessor : Structure Triax 12
Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : Gender Specific, Nike +, Zoom® Air, BRS 1000™, Duralon™, Waffle Fill™, Dual Density Phylon, Full-length Phylon, Footbridge, Phylon Crash Pad, Full-length Phylon Strobel Last, Nike Rideliner PU Footbed, Duralon Forefoot Outsole, BRS 1000 Heel Outsole

Recommended for the runner that looks for a shoe to control his overpronation and seeks high end comfort and cushioning.

History : Zoom Structure Triax Series : Triax 13('10), Triax 12('09), Triax 11('08), Triax 10~1

Arch bridge : A gender-specific midfoot component helps smooth the transition through propulsion.

BRS 1000™ : A highly durable carbon rubber we invented for use in outsoles. BRS stands for Blue Ribbon Sports, which was our name before we came up with Nike. The tie-in? Both BRS and Nike last ... and last...

High-density foam : Medial post along the moodfoot and heel helps add support and helps prevent overpronation.

Phylon : Originally used in dolls, it is a heated and compressed EVA foam cushioning compound that is light, resilient and capable of giving a soft, smooth ride. As a bonus, it is non-yellowing and impervious to attack from water and microbials.

Nike + : A pocket under the sockliner for secure placement of Nike+ sensor. Connected to iPod nano, information on time, distance, calories burned and pace is stored on iPod and displayed on the screen; real-time audible feedback also is provided through headphones.

TPU : Thermoplastic Urethane : It can be fine-tuned for optimal stiffness and is used to make stabilizing plates.

Waffle Fill™ : Rubber compound outsole for enhanced traction.

Zoom Air® : Cushioning system : Two layers of nylon fabric, joined by densely packed fibers, are sealed inside polyurethane. The unit is inflated; pushing apart the fabric and creating tension on the fibers. What does that mean? I don't know, but the result is a low-to-the-ground, hyper-responsive speed cushioning you can feel. And it does it in less space than other Air-Sole units.


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