Saucony ProGrid Guide 5

Devoid of gimmick, the Saucony ProGrid Guide 5 truely standout with its attention to detail and great craftmanship. Moving away from tradition, the ProGrid Guide 5 has a redesign off 4mm heel-toe offset to bringing your heel closer to the ground and encouraging a more natural forward foot strike. By shedding weight, lowering the heel drop with improved flexibility, the ProGrid Guide 5 provide a fit and feel of a light trainer without losing the guidance and support of a stability shoe. (Updated Model : Saucony PowerGrid Guide 6)

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 10.1 oz / 309 gm
Predecessor : ProGrid Guide 4
Product Cycle : RY.2012.→DY.2012 Dec.
Features : Style : Gender Specific, 8mm Heel-Toe Offset : Upper : Open Mesh, HydratMax™ Collar, Comfortride Sockliner, Strobel Last : Midsole : ProGrid™ Lite Midsole, Dual Density SSL EVA, SRC™ Impact Zone, Midfoot Support Bridge : Outsole : XT-900™, IBR™ Plus

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A daily high mileage "Support" trainer with moderate features.

History : ProGrid Guide Series : Guide 5('12), Guide 4('11), Guide 3('10), Guide 2('09), Guide('08), Triumph 4~1 : Trigon Guide Series : 5~1

Comfortride™ Sockliner : Breathable, moisture wicking, anti-odor and anti-microbial Comfortride insole provides improved step-in comfort with rebound properties.

Dual Density SSL EVA, Medial Post : An advanced EVA blend that maximizes rebound and durability which is placed at the medial midfoot to control overpronation.

HydraMax Collar™ : A superior collar lining material that has great moisture wicking properties as well as a plush hand feel.

IBR™ Plus, Forefoot : A Flexible lightweight material which has enhanced cushioning and durability properties then traditional blown rubber.

Midfoot Support Bridge™ : A rigid material in the shank area of the midsole keeps the foot neutral in the midfoot phase of the gait cycle.

ProGrid™ Lite, Midsole : Saucony's lightest version of ProGrid. A lighter, more effective way to dissipate shock and absorb impact to sets the foot up for a smooth transition : ProGrid™ : Designed to act like a trampoline for your feet, it absorbs impact, dissipates shock and maximizes rebound. It is constructed from lightweight foam materials to create a lighter and more cushioned platform which offers a smoother transition from heel through toe-off.

Open Mesh : A breathable lightweight open weave mesh with overlays to lock down the foot while providing un-restricted movement.

Strobel Last : The upper is attached to a thin material that is patterned on the shape or silhouette of the midsole. Traditional strobel lasts use a thin cloth material, while newer variations use a thin sheet of EVA for a more cushioned feel.

SRC™ Impact Zone, Rearfoot : Provides shock attenuation and sets the foot up for a smooth transition : SRC™ : Super Rebound Compound : Mixture of rubber and polymers used to absorb impact and provide great cushioning.

XT-900™, Rearfoot : Carbon rubber provides durability in the heel and medial forefoot.