Swift2feet: September 2009

Nike Zoom Equalon + 4

Experience ultimate comfort and support with the Nike Zoom Equalon+ 4. A lightweight supportive design that offers you the support and fit without sacrificing plush cushioning and flexibility. The new Nike Zoom Equalon+ 4 delivers a new, more-snug heel strap, more durable midsole, and soft mesh upper, giving you a much better ride you always dreamed about.

MSRP : US$135
Weight : 12.0 oz / 340 gm
Predecessor : Equalon 3
Features : Gender Specific., Zoom Air®, Cushion™ ST, Dynamic Archbridge midfoot, Duralon, BRS 1000™, Waffle Fill™, TPU™, Medial Stretchable Arch Insert

Recommended for overpronator runners who needs a highly responsive and light stability shoe.

History : Equalon 4('09), Equalon 3('08), Equalon 2~1

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...

Cushlon® ST : Cradles the foot for support and cushioning that’s both plush and resilient.

Duralon : Outsole : Delivers additional cushioning to the forefoot, which then enables a smooth toe-off. It is very soft, so it might not be as durable as other outsole materials depending on the surface on which the shoes are worn. It is typically found in the forefoot area of a running shoe, so the durability doesn't affect the overall life of the shoe itself.

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 : 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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New Balance 883

Built for thoe who need maximum cushioning and flexibility, New Balance 883 is the right shoe for you. Constructed on a straight last, it is the idea shoe for flat footer yet does not suffer from over-pronation. Its ultimate ride and comfort will keep you well all day long as you train.

MSRP : US$110
Weight : 11.6 oz / 328 gm
Predecessor : 882
Features : Upper : Lockdown Liner, Lightning Dry®, Dual Density Collar, N-Lock®, Sure Lace, Abzorb® Strobel Last : Midsole : Full Lenght Abzorb® : Outsole : N-durance®, Blown Rubber

Recommended for Low to Flat footer whom does not over-pronate, Large frame runners.

History : 883('09), 882('07), 880 Series

Abzorb® : For pure cushioning in the heel and forefoot, Abzorb® is the solution. By absorbing shock and displacing energy, Abzorb® softens the impact, foot-strike after foot-strike.

Abzorb® Strobel Last : Placed inside the shoe, under the insert, whcih runs full length of shoe to maximize shock absorption and comfort.

Blown Rubber : Outsole forefoot for lightweight cushioning.

Dual Density Collar : Uses both a softer density foam against the foot for cushioning, and a firmer density foam for support.

LockDown Liner : Is integrated into lacing to provide a custom fit without smothering your foot.

N-durance® : Outsole : Provides long-wearing durability.

N-Lock® : External support system ensures shoe is pulled snugly around your midfoot.

Ortholite® Sockliner : Delivers long term comfort, breathability, and anti-microbial function to fight odor.

Phantom Liner™ : Lining : Reduces abrasion and discomfort.

Sure Lace™ : Secure shoe laces provide added midfoot support and keep the shoe snug around the foot.

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New Balance 1906

The New Balance 1906(New Balance was founded in 1906), the most expensive running shoe in the current market, is a pioneering running shoe developed by New Balance using 103 years of cutting edge technology to form a mild supportive running shoe. Designed for the mid to high mileage runner, the NB 1906 has been tuned with optimal cushioning and stability while being perceived as best in class in performance, durability and energy displacement to keep your feet in great shape even after a long intensive running.

MSRP : US$200
Weight : 13.6 oz / 385 gm
Predecessor : Nil
Features : Abzorb® FL Midsole, Abzorb® Strobel Board Full Length, Ndurance® Outsole, LockDown Liner™, BioCool®, Stability Web™ Midsole, N-ERGY® Midsole, NLock®, Phantom Liner™, Ortholite® Insert, Sure Lace™, Dual-Density Collar Foam, Blown Rubber Forefoot Outsole, 360° Reflectivity

Recommended High-Normal arch. Supination-Mild over pronators

History : 1906('09)

ZebarPlusGlossry

Abzorb® : For pure cushioning in the heel and forefoot, Abzorb® is the solution. By absorbing shock and displacing energy, Abzorb® softens the impact, foot-strike after foot-strike.

ioCool® : Mesh lining fabric constructed to ensure moisture management and breathability

Dual Density Collar : Uses both a softer density foam against the foot for cushioning, and a firmer density foam for support.

Lightning Dry® : Liner keeps your feet dry and comfortable as you train.

LockDown Liner™ : Lining which helps to secures your foot without smothering it.

N-ERGY® : Placed under the heel provides NB's most advanced shock absorption and cushioning.

N-Lock® : External support system ensures shoe is pulled snugly around your midfoot.

Stability Web® : Delivers midfoot support and reduces the weight of the shoe.

Sure Lace™ : Secure shoe laces provide added midfoot support and keep the shoe snug around the foot.

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Adidas adistar Ride 2

The ultimade ride with a plush forefoot, and stretchable upper give the Adidas adiStar Ride 2 a luxurious smooth ride. The new Ride 2 is now gender specificed with its unqiune gender upper mesh design. The Women'd Ride 2 come in a more roomy and less overlays around the bunion area. Working together with orginal features such as ForMotion® heel cushioning, adiPrrene..etc, the Ride 2 still deliver smooth excellent ride as its predecessor. (Updated Model : Adidas adistar Ride 3)

MSRP : US$130
Weight : 12.1 oz / 345 gm
Predecessor : adiStar Ride
Product Cycle : RY.2009→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : Gender Specified, ForMotion™, adiPrene® +, QuickStrike™, adiWear™, GeoFit™, Torsion® System, ClimaCool®, adiLite Insole

Recommended for runners looking for a responsive stability control shoe with high-end features.

History : adiStar Ride Series : Ride 2('09), Ride('08)

ForMotion : System that eases the transition between toe-off and landing for soft, smooth touchdowns.

adiPRENE®+ : : For a more efficient push-off. Elastic material under the forefoot. Retains natural forces at toe-off for greater forefoot fficiency. Maximizes energy use.

adiLite® : For superb comfort and light weight.

ClimaCool® : Upper for moisture transport and ventilation.

Extended Torsion® System : Lightweight arch support that allows the forefoot and rearfoot to move independently for better surface adaptation and stability.

GeoFit : Anatomically positioned padding that follows the form of the foot to provide a snug, secure fit.

NoSeam™ : Technology that revolutionizes the way shoes are made by providing a snug fit and complete support but without the chafing and irritation of seams.

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Mizuno Wave Cabrakan

Cabrakan means “King of the Mountain” is a new stability trail shoe from Mizuno. Based on the proven Mizuno Wave Inspire's toolset/waveplate with full length plate for forefoot stone guard. The Cabrakan is a superb off road package offering traction, protection and cushioning from a full length wave plate with a nano coated water resistant mesh.

MSRP : US$125
Weight : 12.0 oz / 340 gm
Predecessor : Nil
Features : Wave Technology®, Nano Mesh™, SmoothRide™, AP Midsole™, Dynamotion Fit™, Wet Traction™, X-10™

Recommended Neural to Mild Pronators.

History : Cabrakan('09)

ZebarPlusGlossry

AP Midsole™ : Lightweight, responsive, yet durable cushioning copolymer.

Dynamotion Fit : Design technology that relieves the stress the foot naturally places on footwear, eliminating distortion for the perfect fit.

Nano Mesh : Upper mesh which is treated with a nano coating to provide enhanced water resistance.

SmoothRide™ : Designed to minimize the rapid acceleration and deceleration of the foot through the phases of the running gait cycle. This reduces shock vibration and increases flexibility.

Wave Technology® : Cushioning and Stability. The only technology that combines two distinctly different elements that are both inherently necessary in great athletic shoes.

Wet Traction™ : Bi-Directional outsole rubber compound breaks through water, improving grip in all conditions.

X-10™ : Provides the most durable carbon rubber from Mizuno that allows for longer wear in high impact areas and provides more traction at heel strike.

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