Mizuno Wave Rider 16

Get going in the Mizuno Wave Rider 16 blend of excellent cushioning and balanced ride. With Mizuno unique wave plate technology and a new upper breathable design to fits your foot securely, it is still one of the best neutral all around trainer.

MSRP : US$115
Weight : 10.0 oz / 382 gm
Predecessor : Wave Rider 15
Product Cycle : RY.2013.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific, SmoothRide™, InterCool™ : Upper : Airmesh™, Dynamotion Fit™, OrthoLite Sockliner, Strobel Last : Midsole : AP Plus™ Midsole, SR Touch™, Extended Wave™ Plate, Flex Controller : Outsole : X10™, Blown Rubber

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

History : Wave Rider Series : Rider 16('13), Rider 15('12), Rider 14('11), Rider 13('10), Inspire 12~1

AP Plus™, Midsole : Is Mizuno's top of the line full length mid-sole copolymer material that is lighter weight and has better energy return than AP.

Airmesh™ : Provides the utmost in breathability with strategically placed overlays for comfort and support.

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

Extended Wave® Plate : Mizuno Wave An elastic thermal plastic material shaped in a Composite double fan wave pattern, design for vertical deformation during heel strike to absorb impact while reducing pronation : Wave Plate : Cushioning and Stability. The only technology that combines two distinctly different elements that are both inherently necessary in great athletic shoes.

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

Flex Controller, Forefoot : Provides a smoother and softer initial contact impact.

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 moisture wicking sockliner that promotes a healthy environment for feet and in-fit comfort.

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.

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.

SR Touch™, Rearfoot : A lightweight cushioning compound placed in the heel. It improve the SoomthRide Engineering with high resiliency and quick bounce back for a much effective toe off.

X-10™, 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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Asics Gel Nimbus 15

Ultra cushioned neutral trainer, Asics Gel Nimbus 15 returns with plenty of new tech enchantment. Built on a plush flexible stable FluidRide Platform which consist of two-piece midsole design to provides the ultimate combination of bounce back and cushioning properties with reduced weight and exceptional durability. A new upper, FluidFit which has multi-directional mesh and stretchable reinforcements for an improved fit.

MSRP : US$145
Weight : 11.6 oz / 325 gm
Predecessor : Gel Nimbus 14
Product Cycle : RY.2013.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific, I.G.S™ : Upper : Open Mesh, FluidFit™, P.H.F™, Heel Clutch System, Discrete Eyelets, ComforDry™ Sockliner, Solyte 45 Strobel Last : Midsole : Solyte® Midsole, FluidRide™, Gel® Forefoot n Rearfoot, Guidance Trusstic System™ : Outsole : AHAR™ Plus, DuraSponge™

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

History : Gel Nimbus Series : Nimbus 15('13), Nimbus 14('12), Nimbus 13('11), Nimbus 12('10), Nimbus 11~1

AHAR Plus : 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.

Discrete Eyelets : Eyelets are independently placed to disburse lace tension and are designed to enhance comfort.

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

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

Guidance Trusstic System™ : Integrates Guidance Line® construction for enhanced gait efficiency while providing midfoot structural integrity : Guidance Line : Vertical flex groove decouples the tooling along the line of progression for enhanced gait efficiency : Trusstic System : Moulded component under the mid-foot area. Provides over-pro-nation control in combination with extremely contoured mid-soles. Reduces the weight of the shoe.

FluidFit™ : Shoe's upper technology which combines multi-directional stretch mesh with stretch reinforcements that adapt to the athlete's foot, creating a truly customized glove-like fit.

FluidRide™ : Provides the ultimate combination of bounce back and cushioning properties with reduced weight and exceptional durability.

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.

PHF™ : Personal Heel Fit System : Moulds and customizes itself to the individual heel shape of the wearer.

Plus 3™, Women Model Only : 3mm of additional height of 3mm to relieve achilles tension.

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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Nike Free 3.0 v5

Feel the ground with the Nike Free 3.0 v5. Built on a low to the ground and ultra flexible platform, the Free 3.0 v5 pad your every move with adequate impact protection with Nike midsole Phylite in deep sipes to give your feet to move naturally.

MSRP : US$110
Weight : 7.2 oz / 201 gm
Predecessor : Free 3.0 v4
Product Cycle : RY.2013.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific : Upper : Engineered Mesh, Bootie Tongue, Molded sockliner, Strobel Last : Midsole : Phylite™ Midsole, Free Sipes, Transtarsal Flex Grooves : Outsole : BRS 1000™

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A "Minimalist" trainer for fast running, racing or foot strengthening with minimum features.

History : Free 3.0 Series : V5('13), V4('12), V3('11), V2('10), V1('09)

Bootie Tongue : Combines the tongue and upper into one seamless piece for a comfortable sock-like fit.

BRS 1000™, Rearfoot : A highly durable carbon rubber we invented for use in out-soles. 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...

Engineered Mesh : A light-weight upper mesh which is engineered to provide ventilation and support where you need it.

Molded Sockliner : Underfoot inserts which are molded based on the curvature of the foot for a closer fit, to provides additional cushioning and comfort.

Free Sipes : A gender-specific flex grooves midsole cut to produced a barefoot-like flexibility while maintaining stability.

Phylite™, Midsole : Nike's lightweight mid-sole material designed for a resilient ride with enough durability to double as an out-sole.

Stroble 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.

Transtarsal Flex Grooves : Deep cuts flex grooves which runs diagonally under the midfoot area for increased flexibility and mobility to increase foot strength.



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Nike Free 4.0 v3

Maximum flexibility with adequate cushioning and protection, the Nike Free 4.0 v3 offered the best unrestrained ride in its class. With a ultra flexible breathable upper and a minimalist close to the ground platform, the Free 4.0 v3 provide great cushioning and allows your foot to move as natural as it is can be.

MSRP : US$95
Weight : 7.8 oz / 220 gm
Predecessor : Free 4.0 v2
Product Cycle : RY.2013.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific : Upper : Free Specific Mesh, Molded Sockliner, Strobel Last : Midsole : Phylite™ Midsole, Free Sipes, Transtarsa Flex Grooves : Outsole : BRS 1000™, Waffle™ Lugs

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A "Minimum Performance" trainer designed for fast pace daily training and racing with minimum features.

History : Free 4.0 Series : v3('13), v2('12), v1('12)

BRS 1000™, Rearfoot : A highly durable carbon rubber we invented for use in out-soles. 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…

Free Specific Mesh : A smealess design for breathable and barefoot comfort.

Free Sipes : A gender-specific flex grooves midsole cut to produced a barefoot-like flexibility while maintaining stability.

Molded Sockliner : Underfoot inserts which are moulded based on the curvature of the foot for a closer fit, to provides additional cushioning and comfort.

Phylite™, Midsole : Nike's lightweight mid-sole material designed for a resilient ride with enough durability to double as an out-sole.

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.

Transtarsal Flex Grooves : Deep cuts flex grooves which runs diagonally under the midfoot area for increased flexibility and mobility to increase foot strength.

Waffle™ Lugs, Forefoot : Rubber sole compound for enhanced traction.


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Nike Free 5.0

Set your foot free with the Nike Free 5.0+. It delivers a ultra flexible platform of sipes from rearfoot to forefoot to allow a more natural foot motion through gait cycle. Enjoy superior cushioning and an adaptive upper fit with Flywire for a natural and comfortable motion without sacrificing cushioning or protection.

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 8.8 oz / 245 gm
Predecessor : Free Run 3
Product Cycle : RY.2013.→DY.20XX.
Features : Style : Gender Specific, Nike® Plus : Upper : Free Specific Mesh, Dynamic Flywire™, Molded Sockliner, Strobel Last : Midsole : Phylite™ Midsole, Free Sipes, Transtarsa Flex Grooves : Outsole : BRS 1000™, Waffle™ Lugs

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A "Neutral Perfromance" trainer with excellent flexibility for speedwork, racing or daily training with minimun features.

History : Free 5.0 Series : 5.0('13) : Free Run Series : Run 3('12)

BRS 1000™, Rearfoot : A highly durable carbon rubber we invented for use in out-soles. 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…

Free Specific Mesh : A smealess design for breathable and barefoot comfort.

Free Sipes : A gender-specific flex grooves midsole cut to produced a barefoot-like flexibility while maintaining stability.

Molded Sockliner : Underfoot inserts which are moulded based on the curvature of the foot for a closer fit, to provides additional cushioning and comfort.

Nike® Plus : A pocket under the sockliner for secure placement of Nike + sensor. Connected to Nike Sportband or Apple iPod Series for on screen display of : Information on time, distance, calories burned and pace; real-time audible feedback also is provided through headphones.

Phylite™, Midsole : Nike's lightweight mid-sole material designed for a resilient ride with enough durability to double as an out-sole.

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.

Transtarsal Flex Grooves : Deep cuts flex grooves which runs diagonally under the midfoot area for increased flexibility and mobility to increase foot strength.

Waffle™ Lugs, Forefoot : Rubber sole compound for enhanced traction.


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