Mizuno Wave Enigma 2

Enjoy a plush smooth ride with the Mizuno Wave Enigma 2. Equipped with ample cushioning on a sleek platform and a lowered heel for a more natural foot movement, it provide your foot an excellent companion for a secure fit with luxury comfort.

MSRP : US$135
Weight : 11.4 oz / 322 gm
Predecessor : Wave Enigma
Product Cycle : RY.2012.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific : Upper : Air Mesh™ w Synthetic Suede Overlays, Dynamotion Fit™, OrthoLite Sockliner, Strobal Last : Midsole : AP Plus Midsole, Extended Parallel Wave™ Plate : Outsole : Blown Rubber, X10™ : Misc. : SmoothRide™

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A "Neutral Plus" high mileage daily trainer with maximum features.

History : Wave Enigma Series : Enigma 2('12), Enigma('11)

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

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.

Blown Rubber, Forefoot : Is lightweight and flexible. It provides added cushioning while maintaining durability and a smooth ride.

Dynamotion Fit™ : 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.

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

OrthoLite Sockliner : An anti-microbial and moisture wicking insole that promotes a healthy environment for feet.

Parallel Wave®, Extended : Gender specified wave plate Wave™, uniformly disperses shock throughout the sole, providing excellent cushion and enhanced stability : Wave® Plate : The only technology that combines two distinctly different elements that are both inherently necessary in great athletic shoes.

Smooth Ride™ : Gender specific network of grooves and system, 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.

X10™, Rearfoot : 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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New Balance 1340

The successor to the 1012, the New Balance 1340 has been optimized with maximum cushioning and support while providing excellent natural foot movement. Designed with reliable stability technology such as Stabilicore and T-Beam for maximum stability, with N2 for the ultimate impact absorption, it is the perfect companion for runners who seek a highly supportive shoe.

MSRP : US$135
Weight : 13.4 oz / 379 gm
Predecessor : 1012
Product Cycle : RY.2012.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : SL-1 : Upper : Open Mesh, PU Sockliner, Strobel Last : Midsole : ActEva™ Midsole, N2™, Abzorb™, Stabilicore™, T-Beam™ : Outsole : Blown Rubber, Ndurance®

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A "Motion Control" trainer with maximum features.

History : 1340 Series : 1340('12) : 1010 Series : 1012('10), 1011('09), 1010('08)

Abzorb™ : It softens the impact, foot-strike after foot-strike, by absorbing shock and displacing energy.

ActEva™, Midsole : Full length midsole material that is 12% lighter than standard midsole foam with DuPont Engage for added durability. It has greater consistency in cell size/lower density of cellular foam structure increases resistance to compression set.

Blown Rubber, Forefoot : Industrial standrad rubber outsole for lightweight cushioning.

N2™ : A cushioning technology which is responsive, durable, sustainable cushioning system in a low profile execution.

Nduriance®, Rearfoot : Highly durable carbon rubber located in high use wear area.

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

SL-1, Shoe Last : A type of shoe last which has a typical forefoot and toe box design for normal to low arch foot types.

PU Sockliner : Polyurethane insert which an extra layer of stability and cushioning for an exceptional in-step comfort.

Stabilicore® : Made from an injection molded thermoplastic that offers a great deal of precision, consistency, and exceptional pronation control. Unlike foam posting systems, it provides a continuous range of stiffness for a smooth transition from heel strike to toe-off. Stabilicore will replaced TS2 Medial Posting technology.

Strobal Last : Full length midsole material that is 12% lighter than standard midsole foam with DuPont Engage for added durability. It has greater consistency in cell size/lower density of cellular foam structure increases resistance to compression set.

T-Beam® : A light and flexible TPU shank placed in the midfoot for torsional stability and additional arch support.

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Brooks Dyad 7

A revolutionary neutral training shoe, the Brooks Dyad 7 provide the needs of niche runners with a comfortable fit and protective ride. Built on a low arch and roomy fit, the Dyad 7 with its superbly cushioned underfoot with Omega grooves and a Caterpillar Crash Pad to the supportive power of dual-pod construction and anatomical Brooks DNA for custom cushioning.

MSRP : US$125
Weight : 10.9 oz / 309 gm
Predecessor : Dyad 6
Product Cycle : RY.2012.→DY.20XX.
Features : Upper : Element™ Mesh n Lining, Internal Saddle Support, Ultimate Sockliner, Cushole™ S-257 Last : Midsole : BioMoGo™, DNA™ Full-Lenght, Caterpillar Cash Pad Heel, Omega Flex Grooves : Outsole : HPR™ Plus, Blown Rubber : Misc : Cush Pod Configuration

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A daily high mileage "Neutral Plus" trainer with moderate features for flat-footed runners n orthotics users.

History : Dyad Series : Dyad 7('12), Dyad 6('10), Dyad 5('09), Dyad 4~1

BioMoGo™, Midsole : 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.

Blown Rubber : Is lightweight and flexible. It provides added cushioning while maintaining durability and a smooth ride.

Caterpillar Cash Pad, Rearfoot : Segmented impact absportion pad crash pad that customizes to the runners lay down, which offers the right amount of cushioning and stability for a smooth transition from heel-to-toe.

Cush Pod Configuration, Rearfoot : Midsole/Outsole a configurations system in the mid/out sole to enables the shoe to bend and flex. For optimizing foot position for an efficient heel to toe-off.

Cushole™ S-257 Last : Strobel Last with the upper stitched to full length Cushsole S-257, for enhanced cushioning and flexibility and a soft underfoot feel.

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™ Lining : Place along the underside of the shoe's upper to aid in moisture transfer and comfort.

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

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

HPR™ Plus : High Performance Rubber Plus : A much durable form of HPR to provides greater resistance to high wear areas of the outsole.

Internal Support Saddle : Located in the midfoot with the purpose of providing a more secure midfoot fit.

Omega Flex Grooves : To enhance flexibility and improve gait efficiency- for the smoothest, most comfortable run possible.

Ultimate Sockliner : Polyurethane foam provides superior, durable cushioning.


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Saucony ProGrid Ride 5

Introducing the Saucony Ride 6 with PowerGrid midsloe for an much smoother feel (PowerGrid replaces ProGrid in the midsole, offering 15% less weight & 30% more durable cushioning than standard EVA). With deeper flex grooves, runner will be more connected to the terrain .

MSRP : US$110
Weight : 9.8 oz / 277 gm
Predecessor : ProGrid Ride 5
Product Cycle : RY.2013.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific, 8mm Offset : Upper : Open Mesh, Hydramax™ Collar, Comfortlite™ Sockliner, HRC™ Plus Strobel Last : Midsole : PowerGrid™ Midsole, SRC™ Impact Zone, Midfoot Support Bridge : Outsole : XT-900™, IBR™ Plus

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

History : Ride Series : Ride 6 : ProGrid Ride Series : Ride 5('12), Ride 4('11), Ride 3~1

8mm Heel-Toe Offset : The Heel to Toe hight differential, by reducing the differential, it will encourage a more natural foot (Midfoot / Forefoot Strike) movement as compared to the traditional 12mm differential.

Comfortlite™ Sockliner : Contoured to cradle the foot, support the arch and reduce peak pressures in the forefoot.

HRC™ Plus Strobel Last : Full lenght board placed uder the foot which increases cushioning and step-in comfort : HRC : High Rebound Compound : A responsive EVA/rubber compound which provides cushioning through the later stages of the gait cycle : Strobal : 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.

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.

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

PowerGrid®, Midsole : Combining a innovative material, PowerFoam with industry acclaimed Grid technology to provide superior cushioning and responsiveness.

SRC™ Impact Zone, Rearfoot : 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.


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Asics Gel Cumulus 14

The Asics Gel Cumulus 14, a great looking responsive trainer with exceptional fit. Updated in both upper comfort and cushioned ride, while reducing its weight, it will be a excellent choice for runner looking for a well cushioned high mileage trainer. ( Updated Model : Asics Gel Cumulus 15 )

MSRP : US$120
Weight : 11.0 oz / 310 gm
Predecessor : Gel Cumulus 13
Product Cycle : RY.2012.→DY.2013 Jun.
Features : Style : Gender Specific, I.G.S : Upper : Open Mesh, PHF™, ComforDry® Sockliner, Solyte® 45 Strobel Last : Midsole : Solyte® Midsole, Gel®, Space Trusstic System, Guidance Line : Outsole : AHAR®, DuraSponge®

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A daily high milage "Neutral" trainer with moderate features.

History : Gel Cumulus Series : Cumulus 14('12), Cumulus 13('11), Cumulus 12('10), Cumulus 11('09), Cumulus 10('08), Cumulus 9~1

AHAR, Rearfoot : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

ComforDry™ Sockliner : Made from an anti-bacterial material that not only reduces odor and moisture but also provides additional cushioning.

DuraSpong®, Forefoot : A new blown rubber compound for enhanced durability and cushioning in the forefoot.

Gel®, Rearfoot n Forefoot : Provides maximum rearfoot shock attenuation and stabilitiy.

Guidance Line® : Vertical flex groove decouples the tooling along the line of progression for enhanced gait efficiency.

I.G.S® : Impact Guidance System : Asics® design philosophy that uses linked componentry to encourage optimal gait while allowing for natural foot movement from heel strike to toe-off.

Open Mesh : An ultra lightweight shoe upper with overlays which provides excellent support and ventilation.

Solyte®, Midsole : A durable advanced co-polymer that is lighter than standard EVA and Asics SpEVA®.

Solyte® 45 Strobel Last : Located on the full length of the shoe and has a low density to deliver the softest feel under the foot : Strobel : Stitching the upper along the perimeter of a synthetic material which is then attached to the midsole.



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New Balance 1260 v2

New Balance premium Support trainer, New Balance 1260 v2 has a closer to the ground, lighter and leaner platform. With its luxuries upper and maximum cushioning, you will surely able to get more miles into your daily routine. ( Updated Model : New Balance 1260 v3 )

MSRP : US$145
Weight : 11.8 oz / 335 gm
Predecessor : 1260
Product Cycle : RY.2012.→DY.2013 Jul.
Features : Style : PL-1 Last : Upper : Open Mesh, OrthLite Sockliner, Abzorb® Strobel Last : Midsole : ActEva™ Lite Midsole, N2™, Sabilicore™, T-Beam™ : Outsole : Blown Rubber, Ndurance®

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A daily high mileage "Support Plus" trainer will maximum features.

History : 1260 Series : 1260 v2('12), 1260('11), 1226('10), 1225('09), 1224('08)

Abzorb™ Strobal Last : Placed inside the shoe, under the insert, whcih runs full length of shoe to maximize shock absorption and comfort : Abzorb™ : It softens the impact, foot-strike after foot-strike, by absorbing shock and displacing energy : Strobal : Full length midsole material that is 12% lighter than standard midsole foam with DuPont Engage for added durability. It has greater consistency in cell size/lower density of cellular foam structure increases resistance to compression set.

ActEva™ Lite, Midsole : Premium lightweight midsole foam with optimal compression-set properties : ActEva™ : Full length midsole material that is 12% lighter than standard midsole foam with DuPont Engage for added durability. It has greater consistency in cell size/lower density of cellular foam structure increases resistance to compression set.

Blown Rubber, Forefoot : Industrial standrad rubber outsole for lightweight cushioning.

N2™ : A cushioning technology which is responsive, durable, sustainable cushioning system in a low profile execution.

Nduriance®, Rearfoot : Highly durable carbon rubber located in high use wear area.

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

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

PL-1, Shoe Last : A running-specific anatomical last with a lower in-step height, reduced toe box volume and less lateral forefoot girth.

Stabilicore® : Made from an injection molded thermoplastic that offers a great deal of precision, consistency, and exceptional pronation control. Unlike foam posting systems, it provides a continuous range of stiffness for a smooth transition from heel strike to toe-off. Stabilicore will replaced TS2 Medial Posting technology.

T-Beam® : A light and flexible TPU shank placed in the midfoot for torsional stability and additional arch support.

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