Saucony ProGrid Omni 9

Saucony has updated the 2010s Paramount 3 with a slightly more supportive upper design with its slightly extended medial posting, while keeping all the goodies from its predecessor. With comfort and power, you are sure to be able to head out the door for a long comfortable run. (Updated Model : Saucony ProGrid Omni 10)

MSRP : US$110
Weight : 12.8 oz / 360 gm
Predecessor : ProGrid Omni 8
Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2011.Jun.
Features : Upper : Open Mesh, Hydrator Collar, Comfortride Sockliner, HRC Strobel Board : Midsole : ProGrid™ w Respon-Tek Heel, SRC Impact Zone, SRC Xtra Forefoot, Dual Density Impulse EVA, Midfoot Support Bridge : Outsole : XT-900, Blown Rubber

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

History : ProGrid Omni Series : Omni 9('10), Omni 8('09), Omni 7('08), Omni 6('07), Omni 5~1

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

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

Dual Density Impulse EVA : High density compound of EVA placed at lateral midfoot to control over-pronation : Impulse EVA : Midsole that provides increased shock attenuation, repsonsive cushioning, durability and rebound properties.

Hydrator Collar Lining : Gives next to skin comfort and maxizes wicking and the Comfortride sockliner is antimicrobial and breathable.

ProGrid® w Respon-Tek Heel : ProGrid® w Respon-Tek Heel : ProGrid absorbs impact and dissipates hock, setting the foot up for a smooth transition.

SRC™ : Super Rebound Compound : Mixture of rubber and polymers used to absorb impact and provide great cushioning.

SRC™ Impact Zone : Provides shock attenuation and sets the foot up for a smooth transition.

SRC™ Xtra Forefoot : Forefoot Cushioning Saucony’s premier forefoot cushioning system provides smooth toe-off.

Stability Arch-Lock™ : A simple but elegant construction method that wraps around the midfoot area and keeps it snugly in position on the midsole. By keeping the arch where it belongs, you enjoy superior comfort, control and support.

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



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Saucony ProGrid Guide 3

Saucony Progrid Guide series, the best selling Saucony running franchise is really for a update. Featuring a new enhanced cushioning with more SRC heel and forefoot blown rubber, together with a simpler overlays to reduce irritation, the new 2010, ProGrid Guide 3, a moderately priced support trainer will definitively be a great addition to your everyday training shoe. (Updated Model : Saucony ProGrid Guide 3)

MSRP : US$95
Weight : 11.9 oz / 337 gm
Predecessor : Guide 2
Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : ProGrid™, ProGrid™ w Respon-Tek™, Arch-Lock®, Dual Density, Hydrator Collar Lining, Comfortride Sockliner, HRC Strobel Board, SRC Impact Zone, SRC Xtra Forefoot, Blown Rubber, XT-900

Recommended for small to medium frame runners with medium to low arches looking for a high-mileage cushioning and stability.

History : ProGrid Guide Series : Guide 4('11), Guide 3('10), Guide 2('09), Guide('08) : Trigon Guide Series

Arch-Lock™ : A simple but elegant construction method that wraps around the midfoot area and keeps it snugly in position on the midsole. By keeping the arch where it belongs, you enjoy superior comfort, control and support.

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

Dual Density SSL EVA : Midsole : An advanced EVA blend that maximizes rebound and durability while minimizing weight.

HRC™ : Is Saucony premier cushioning system that uses a responsive custom compound of EVA and rubber that provides extreme comfort.

Hydrator collar lining : Gives next to skin comfort and maxizes wicking and the Comfortride sockliner is antimicrobial and breathable.

Impulse EVA : Midsole that provides increased shock attenuation, repsonsive cushioning, durability and rebound properties.

ProGrid® : A patented combination of rubber and polymer for the ultimate in luxury cushioning and velvet smooth heel-toe transition. Saucony has uniquely designed ProGrid technology to work in harmony with other componentry to not only cushion the foot, but also to provide stability according to the specific purpose of the shoe and the athlete.

SRC™ Impact Zone : 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.

SRC™ Xtra Forefoot : Forefoot Cushioning Saucony’s premier forefoot cushioning system provides smooth toe-off : : SRC™ : Super Rebound Compound : Mixture of rubber and polymers used to absorb impact and provide great cushioning.

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


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Saucony Grid Tangent 4

Saucony hot chocolate Grid Tangent is ready for a new make over. Bringing back the same fantastic road feel and with a reduction in over-lays and much lighter materials, the new 2010's Grid Tangent 4 will surely be your favorite moderately priced supportive lightweight trainer, be it for faster workouts, tempo runs and race-day.

MSRP : US$95
Weight : 9.0 oz / 255 gm
Predecessor : Tangent 3
Features : Full-Length ProGrid, Dual Density SSL EVA, Arch-Lock®, HRC Strobel Board, SRC Impact Zone, XT-900

Recommended for runners looking for light-weight shoe with a touch of stability. Normal-Moderator Over-Pronators.

History : Tangent 4('10), Tangent 3('07), Tangent 2~1

Arch-Lock™ : A construction method in which the midfoot area of the upper wraps over the foot connecting with the midsole to provide superior control and support.

Dual Density SSL EVA Midsole : An advanced EVA blend that maximizes rebound and durability while minimizing weight.

HRC Strobel Board : Increases cushioning and step-in comfort.

ProGrid® : A patented combination of rubber and polymer for the ultimate in luxury cushioning and velvet smooth heel-toe transition. Saucony has uniquely designed ProGrid technology to work in harmony with other componentry to not only cushion the foot, but also to provide stability according to the specific purpose of the shoe and the athlete.

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

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


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New Balance 760

New Balance 760 (2010's version) based on the popular gender specific last,PL-1, it continue to offer a rich blend of supreme cushioning and mild to moderate support. With a newly designed N-ergy heel, TS2 posting and a ActEVA lite midsole, it is surely a great daily trainer for mild to moderate pro-nators. (Updated Model : New Balance 860)

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 12.1 oz / 342 gm
Predecessor : 769
Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : Gender Specific, PL-1, Abzorb®, Abzorb® Lite, N-ergy®, Stability Web®, TS2®, N-Lock™, Lightning Dry®, LockDown Liner™, Phantom Liner™, Dual Density Collar, Sure-Lace™, Abzorb® Strobel Board, N-durance®, Blown Rubber Forefoot

Recommended for small to medium frame runners with medium to low arches looking for a high-mileage cushioning and stability shoe.

History : 760 Series : 760('10), 769('09), 768('08)

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® Lite : Premium lightweight midsole provides optimal resistance to compression set - 24% lighter than standard foam.

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

Extended Web® : Delivers midfoot support and increased stability by extending TPU on the medial post to cradle the foot.

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

N-ergy® : Provides enhanced supportive cushioning that is resistant to compression set in the heel.

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

Lightning Dry™ : Lining fabrication for moisture transfer, keeps your feet dry and comfortable as you train.

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

Phantom Liner™ : Lining : Reduces abrasion and discomfort.

PL-1 : Shoe last : Has a slight heel lift, so you may notice a slightly higher heel ride. These are extremely light weight shoes.

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.

TS2® : Transitional Support System : Provides optimal support while enhancing transition from heel strike to forefoot.


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Nike Lunar Elite

Based on the heritage of the Zoom Elite and the original Nike Waffle outsole design with the hugh success of Lunar Guide + Dynamic Support asymmetrical design without TPU and a reduction in midsole height, the Nike Lunar Elite +. With Nike's Dynamic Support, this versatile lightweight trainer is not works for mild over-pronation, but just as good for neutral-supinated gaits. A fantastic daily training, tempo runs or interval work companion. (Updated Model : Nike Lunar Elite 2)

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 9.7 oz / 274 gm
Predecessor : Zoom Elite
Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2010.Dec.
Features : Gender Specific, Nike +, LunarLite System, Dynamic Support, Flywire, Microfiber Synthetic Overlays, Dual-layer Ortholite Sockliner, Phylon Strobel Last, BRS 1000 Carbon Rubber, Waffle Fill

Recommended for 'Normal - Mild over-pronators' seeking a versatile lightweight trainer.

History : Lunar Elite('10), Zoom Elite Series

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...

Dual-layer Ortholite sockliner : Insert with Fitsole geometry sits underfoot and provides additional cushioning and comfort.

Dynamic Support : An innovative mid-sole architecture system that adapts to a runner’s gait with each step.

Flywire : Is a thread, composed of Vectran, and developed by Nike, used in the upper of a shoe. The goal of Flywire is to minimize weight and maximize support.

Lunar Lite Foam : Introduce by Nike in 2008, the Lunar foam has it’s roots from NASA’s space shuttles. Lunarlite foam distributes impact more evenly across the foot. Moreover Lunarlite foam’s “pillow-like” softness not only provides superior cushioning but significant energy return.

Lunar Lite System : Composed of a LunarLite foam core bonded to a Phylon carrier and is intended to enhance cushioning with increased energy return.

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.

Phylon Strobel Last : Completes the upper construction and adds one more layer of cushioning.

Waffle Fill™ : Rubber compound outsole for enhanced traction.


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