THE TECHNICAL RUNNING
SHOE GUIDE
Dennis Rehbock
(A clinical guide)
FULL GUIDE
© ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Including Minimalistic running shoes, Natural running shoes, Minimalistic Running Shoe Scale, Football / Soccer, Rugby, Court sports shoes,
Hockey, Netball, Cycling, and socks. Some Safety boots are included. Only shoe models that are available in South Africa are included.
As the prescription of the correct sport shoe for a patient is a complex task based on numerous factors, this
publication is meant as a clinical guide only.
The categorization of the sport shoe models in this publication is the opinion of the author based on his
professional experience, using available information sourced from the individual sporting companies and
information published in sporting magazines and the internet.
This is not a review of the running shoe models.
It is beyond the ambit of this publication to list the individual attributes of each shoe model. For more
information on each model consult the individual company.
Where possible Heel Drop values and Midsole Sack values are indicated.
The information contained in this guide is current at the time of publication, and every attempt has been made
to ensure accuracy.
Edition 103 – 6 JUNE 2017
PDF - Update to website www.footdoctor.co.za on 6/6/2017
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CONTENTS CONTENTS CONTENTS CONTENTS
STRONG ANTI PRONATION / MOTION CONTROL RUNNING SHOES
MILD ANTIPRONATION / STABILITY RUNNING SHOES
NEUTRAL RUNNING SHOES
SOFT RUNNING SHOES
ADIDAS
ASICS
BROOKS
MIZUNO
NEW BALANCE
NIKE
PUMA
SAUCONY
REEBOK
HOKA ONE ONE
ALTRA
UNDER ARMOUR
PEARL IZUMI
HELLY HANSEN
HI -TEC
NEWTON
INOVATE / INOV-8
MR PRICE MAXED
MERRELL
SALOMON
MONTRAIL
ZOOT
K-SWISS
COLUMBIA
VIBRAM
VIVOBAREFOOT
SKETCHERS
OTHER
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION / MOTION CONTROL
RUNNING SHOES
Updated: 08/99 (58), 12/2016
ADIDAS SuperNova Sequence 9 RF32–FF22–HD10mm SuperNova ST June 2017
Ultra Boost ST (to mild) Inc boost pellets on medial RF–FF–HD10mm
ASICS Gel Fortify M only 2E RF22–FF12-HD10mm
BROOKS Adrenaline GTS 17 (to mild) RF24-FF12-HD12mm Cushion me
MIZUNO
NEW BALANCE
1260 V6 M 2E, W D RF20 –FF12-HD8mm
NIKE Zoom Odyssey 2 RF–FF-HD12mm – FF support Air Zoom Structure 20
SAUCONY Omni ISO 26 RF27-FF19-HD8mm – Aug 2017
Guide 10 (to mild) RF26-FF18-HD8mm
PUMA
REEBOK
UNDER ARMOUR
PEARL IZUMI
NEWTON Motion trainer (to mild) M+W HD3mm
K-SWISS Konesic *** very strong
Konejo 2 .
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MILD ANTIPRONATION / STABILITY RUNNING
SHOES
Updated: 8/99 (61), 1/2017
ADIDAS Ultra Boost ST (to strong) RF–FF–HD10mm
Supernova ST RF–FF–HD10mm
Response ST RF–FF–HD10mm
ASICS MetaRun (Limited edition)
Gel Kayano 23 RF28–FF18–HD10mm
GT3000 V5 (FF support) Mild to strong M&W RF22–FF12–HD10mm
GT2000 V5 M&W RF –FF –HD9mm GT1000 V5 M&W D RF–FF–HD9mm
BROOKS Vapor 3 RF24-FF12-HD12mm Cushion me
Ravenna 7 (guidance section – bet N and MAP) RF22-FF12-HD10mm Energize me - BIOMOGO DNA M/S
MIZUNO Wave Inspire 12 RF –FF -HD12mm
Wave Elixir 7
NEW BALANCE
860 V67 M7-15 D,2E,4E W6-11 B,D (to strong) RF24–FF12-HD10mm
770 V4
Vasee Prism – mild to strong – Lt wt stability
NIKE LunarGlide 8 (+N0) RF30–FF18-HD12mm
PUMA Speed 1000 S Ignite RF-FF-HD12mm Ignite foam Faas 600 S v2 RF18-FF10-HD8mm
SAUCONY Guide 10 (to strong) RF27-FF19-HD8mm
ALTRA
Provision 2.5 RF25–FF25-HD0mm 58 Asher C m/s density
Impulse RF23–FF23-HD0mm 55 Asher C m/s density
HOKA Arahi M&W RF29-FF24-HD5mm W-RF28-FF23-HD5mm
REEBOK
UNDER ARMOUR
PEARL IZUMI
NEWTON
K-SWISS Keahou 2 (to mild)
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NEUTRAL RUNNING SHOES
Updated: 8/99 (66), 6/2017
ADIDAS Energy Boost RF31.5–FF21.5–HD10mm
Ultra Boost RF–FF–HD10mm
SuperNova M RF32–FF22–HD10mm
Response Boost RF36–FF26–HD10mm
Questar Boost RF33.5–FF22.5–HD11mm
Pure Boost Xpose W only (Low mileage versatile)
Pure Boost M only
Ultra Boost X
Ultra Boost Uncaged (Lt weight - Casual)
ASICS DynaFlyte – FlyteFoam m/s RF20-FF12 –HD8mm (19/11)
Gel Quantum 360 Knit
Gel Nimbus 19 M D/2E W B RF32-FF22–HD10mm (W13mm)
Gel Cumulus 18 M D W B Up to a 12 USA fit in ladies RF –FF –HD11mm
Asics Fuse X Rush RF–FF–HD18mm
Gel Pulse 8 M&W Entry level technical RF –FF –HD10mm
BROOKS Glycerin 14 RF24–FF14-HD10mm Cushion me – super DNA
Ghost 9 M+W RF24-FF12-HD12mm Energize me
Launch 4 RF-FF-HD10mm Energize me
MIZUNO Wave Enigma 6 RF25–FF13-HD12mm
Wave Rider 20 RF –FF -HD14mm
Wave Ovation 2
Wave Precision 13
Wave Sayonara 4 RF –FF -HD10mm
NEW BALANCE
Fresh Foam Zante V3 RF26-FF20-HD6mm Men US9.5 212g
Fresh Foam Boracay V2 RF16-FF12-HD4mm was 980 Fresh Foam
Fresh foam 1080 V7 M D/2E/4E, W B/D RF20-FF212-HD8mm
Fresh foam 1080 V6 Special edition for Comrades 2016
880 V6 M D, W B RF24-FF12-HD12mm
Vazee Pace 2 RF-FF-HD6mm
*Vazee 2090
780 M 2E, W D RF24-FF12-HD12mm
770 V2 RF24-FF12-HD12mm 490 EL V2 - @Sportsmans
590 V3 RF-FF-HD12mm - @Sportsmans
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NEUTRAL RUNNING SHOES
NIKE Air Pegasus 33 RF31–FF18–HD10mm
Air Zoom Vomero 12 RF24–FF12–HD12mm
Zoom Winflo 3
Lunar Glide 8 (+N0)
Flex run
Fusion Dispair (EL)
Lunar epic – Mid - Low
SAUCONY Progrid Triumph ISO 3 RF29-FF21-HD8mm – 2E FOR MEN
Ride 9 RF27-FF19-HD8mm
Freedom ISO RF19-FF15-HD4mm
PUMA Speed 600 Ignite RF-FF-HD8mm Ignite foam
Speed 500 Ignite
Ignite Runner V2 RF-FF-HD12mm
Ignite Ultimate RF-FF-HD12mm
Ignite Ulitmate Multi RF-FF-HD12mmI
Ignite Ulitmate 3D RF-FF-HD12mm
Ignite Ultimate Powercool RF-FF-HD12mm
Ignite Powercool V2 RF-FF-HD12mm
Ignite Disc RF-FF-HD12mm
Speed 600 Ignite Powercool RF-FF-HD8mm
Speed 300 Ignite Powercool RF-FF-HD8mm
Faas 1000 v1.5 RF24-FF-HD12mm (No to slight over pronation)
Faas 500 v4 RF25-FF21-HD4mm
ALTRA The One 2.5 RF23–FF23-HD0mm 48 Asher C m/s density Lt cushioning / racer / trainer
Torin 2.0 RF26–FF26-HD0mm 58 Asher C m/s density Good cushioning Paradigm 1.5 RF34–FF34-HD0mm 58 Asher C m/s density Also Maximalist
Instinct 3,5 (m) RF24–FF24-HD0mm Mod cushioning MENS VERS Intuition 3.5 (l) RF24–FF24-HD0mm Mod cushioning LADIES VERS
HOKA Vanquish 3 M&W RF32–FF27-HD-5mm W-RF30–FF25-HD-5mm
Clifton 3 M&W – max cushioning RF29–FF24-HD5mm W-RF28–FF23-HD5mm
SALOMON SonicPro (road shoe) RF24–FF16-HD8mm
NEWTON Gravity trainer HD3mm
Sir Isaac M HD4.5mm
Lady Isaac W HD4.5mm
Energy (N0 ?)
Boco (N0 ?)
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NEUTRAL RUNNING SHOES
REEBOK Floatride RF26mm-FF18mm-HD8mm
Harmony Road RF36mm-FF23mm-HD13mm - ONE SERIES
Sweet Road RF-FF-HD8mm - ONE SERIES
Harmony Racer RF-FF-HD6mm - ONE SERIES
Pump Plus RF-FF-HDmm
Print Smooth Run RF-FF-HD10mm
Print Run Her RF-FF-HD10mm
Pump Plus RF-FF-HD9mm
Twist Form Blaze 3.0 RF-FF-HD3mm
Twistform 3.0 MU RF-FF-HD3mm
Hexaffect Ride RF-FF-HD8mm
Astroride RF-FF-HD8mm
K-SWISS Keahou 2 (to mild)
SKETCHERS
GoRun Ride 4 RF18–FF14–HD4mm Insole RF7–FF3–HD4mm TOTAL 8mm HD
MR PRICE MXD Gravity AND Maxed Elite Train
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SOFT RUNNING SHOES SOFT RUNNING SHOES
Updated: 8/99 (34), 5/2016
Some NEW soft midsole running shoes are appearing in the market. Please see the neutral
section. See Boost, Fresh Foam, Ignite, FlyteFoam.
ADIDAS See Neutral Running Shoes – Boost & Ultraboost
ASICS See Neutral Running Shoes - FlytFoam
BROOKS See Neutral Running Shoes – Super DNA. Biomogo DNA, DNA Amp
MIZUNO See Neutral Running Shoes
NEW BALANCE
See Neutral Running Shoes – Fresh Foam
NIKE See Neutral Running Shoes
PUMA See Neutral Running Shoes - Ignite
SAUCONY See Neutral Running Shoes
REEBOK See Neutral Running Shoes – Float Foam
UNDER ARMOUR
PEARL IZUMI
NEWTON See Neutral Running Shoes
K-SWISS See Neutral Running Shoes
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Updated: 08/99 – 03/12 (62), 9/2012, 2/2015, 12/2016, 1/2017, 4/2017, 5/2017
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
SuperNova Sequence 9 RF32–FF22–HD10mm SuperNova ST June 2017
Ultra Boost ST (to mild) Inc boost pellets on medial RF–FF–HD10mm
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Ultra Boost ST (to strong) RF–FF–HD10mm
Supernova ST RF–FF–HD10mm
Response ST RF–FF–HD10mm
NEUTRAL Energy Boost RF31.5–FF21.5–HD10mm
Ultra Boost RF–FF–HD10mm
SuperNova M RF32–FF22–HD10mm
Response Boost RF36–FF26–HD10mm
Questar Boost RF33.5–FF22.5–HD11mm
**Pure Boost Xpose W only (Low mileage versatile) – wide ff
**8 Pure Boost M only – wide ff
Ultra Boost X
Ultra Boost Uncaged (Lt weight - Casual)
RACING AdiZero Boston Boost RF29–FF10–HD10mm
AdiZero Adios Boost RF27–FF17–HD10mm
AdiZero Hagio 3 (cross country / Trail shoe)
AdiZero Tempo (Forefoot stability)
Spikes – sprint & middle
Spikes – Boost in spikes
TRAIL Adistar Raven Boost RF34–FF24–HD10mm
Response Trail RF34–FF24–HD10mm
Adizero XT 5 RF29–FF18.5–HD10.5mm
SuperNova Trail RF33–FF23–HD10mm
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
Pure Boost Xpose W only (Low mileage versatile) (to neutral)
Pure Boost M only
OTHER Adipure trainer 360.2 – Cross trainer
Springblades RF26.5–FF22–HD4.5mm Short dist only
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TECHNOLOGY: Complete new technology review. All old technology notes removed. BOOST TECH – Manufactured by BASF New midsole material – more energy return and soft comfort. Boost foam 10% lighter than conventional foam. Upper is soft stretchy breathable mesh. BASF solid granular foam material (TPU) - small energy capsules. More durable. ULTRA BOOST (MAXIMUM BOOST TECHNOLOGY)
100% boost foam, With Primeknit, Torsion, Stretch web outersole, maximized boost midsole, Bottom gauge – 110/69/88 – width ff, mf, rf RF30.5–FF20.5–HD10mm Floating arch, ALPHABOUNCE
TECHNOLOGY: Primeknit upper (sock fit), lightweight flexible upper, techfit – personalized fit experience- foot can expand and contract, engineered mesh upper - techfit ESM, Adiprene + - created dynamic and responsive running, Adiprene – shock absorbing material, Traxion – outersole design – grip, stability and traction, Stable frame – support frame, Continental outersole rubber - grip and traction, Adiwear – highly durable o/s material, Formotion – free moving adapting heel system, Torsion system – full length stability bar – flexible and stable, Stretch web outersole - , taper lace – stretched to max – cannot absorb water, AlphaBounce
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Updated: 8/99 - 12/14 (63), 7/2015, 12/2016, 5/2017 STRONG ANTIPRONATION
Gel Fortify M only 2E RF22–FF12-HD10mm
MILD ANTIPRONATION
MetaRun (Limited edition)
Gel Kayano 23 RF28–FF18–HD10mm
GT3000 V5 (FF support) Mild to strong M&W RF22–FF12–HD10mm
GT2000 V5 M&W RF22–FF12–HD10mm(21/11)
GT1000 V5 M&W D RF –FF –HD9mm
NEUTRAL DynaFlyte – FlyteFoam m/s RF20-FF12–HD8mm (19/11)
Gel Quantum 360 Knit
Gel Nimbus 19 M D/2E W B RF32-FF22–HD10mm(W 13mm)
Gel Cumulus 18 M D W B Up to a 12 USA fit in ladies RF–FF–HD11mm
Asics Fuse X Rush RF–FF–HD18mm
Gel Pulse 8 M&W Entry level technical RF –FF –HD10mm
RACING Gel DS Trainer 22 M RF20 –FF10–HD10mm(19/9)
Gel DS Racer 11 RF–FF–HD10mm
Gel DS Trainer 21 NTR
Hyper Tri 3 RF16–FF10–HD6mm
Gel Noosa FF M&W – Neutral RF24–FF14–HD10mm(23/13)
Sprint spike – Hyper Sprint 6
Middle dist spike – Hyper LD 5
TRAIL Gel Fuji Sensor 3
Gel Trabuco 5 (Stability) RF –FF –HD11mm
Gel Fuji Lyte RF –FF –HD8mm
Gel Fuji Attack 5 RF –FF –HD10mm
Gel Trail Attack 4
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Gel Sanoma
EL - Endurant
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER Gel Odyssey (walking) - out now. Back 1/6/2017
Patriot 7– basic black M&L
Galaxy 3 (same as Blackhawk) chain stores -N0 junior
Patriot – able to (with difficulty) to use for midsole lift
KIDS
Galaxy 8 – N0 -all white
Nimbus 19 GS RF–FF–HD13mm – suitable for ladies with small feet
GT 1000 V4 GS
Fuse X Lyte
CRICKET
NETBALL
TENNIS
SQUASH
Called the – SPIRAL NEW CATEGORIZATION ROAD – ultimate protection – Go the distance FAST – L WT responsiveness – Unlock your speed TRAIL – Serious toughness – Explore all terrains EASY – Smooth ride – Anywhere, anytime
NEW VERSION OF TECHNOLOGY 7.2015: Gel, I.G.S Impact Guidance System – Guidance line, Guidance Trusstic – racing trusstic – propulsion trusstic – guidance trusstic – guidance trusstic structured, Gel, Speva, Solyte midsole material, Dynamic Duomax, Dynamic Cradle, Clutch Counter, Fluidaxis – Fluidaxis Neutral – Fluidaxis Structured, Fluidfit upper, Hotmelt (upper), Comfordry insole, Asica width system, 3D Full-contact outersole, Rock protection plate, AHAR – Asics high abrasion resistant rubber, Gender specific shoes (Plus 3 system), Gore-Tex membrane in uppers, Hyper ventilation sole, Light cushioning – Moderate cushioning – Extensive cushioning – Maximum cushioning, HD 3 – 10mm, FlightFoam, Gradient mesh upper, Bunion window, FUSEX range – lifestyle, Fuze gel,
OLD VERSION OF TECHNOLOGY: Gel, P-Gel, T-Gel, Penta Gel, Hex Gel, Penta Alpha Gel, Trussic system, Duomax, Duosole, Nylex, AHAR, Durasponge, Wet grip rubber, IGS, Twist Gel, Duotruss system, Speva, Dynamin cradle, Biomorphic fit, Space trussic, PHF heel fit foam, * Toe protector – athletic toe, * gender specific shoes, RF to FF differences in height – men RF 24 / ladies 26, men ff 14 / ladies 13, ladies softer ff, Transverse flex groove / guidance line, Solyte Lasting – different foams in lining of shoe – neutral – 45
0 blue, support 55
0 yellow, motion control 65
0 red foam, Individual eyelets, Guidance line, BioMorphic Fit® Upper to accommodate higher volume feet, the extended
Dynamic DuoMax® Support System creates an incredibly supportive platform, while the Guidance Line® and Guidance Trusstic™ System help maintain a smoother ride. The ultra luxurious 8.5mm ComforDry, X-40 sockliner, FluidRide
FUZE X – HYBRID – N 2016 CUSHION SOFT
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BROOKS
INSPIRATION
“RUN HAPPY”
Updated: 8/99 – 04/11 (47), 7/2014, 7/2015, 1/2016, 11/2016, 5/2017
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
Adrenaline GTS 17 (to mild) RF24-FF12-HD12mm Cushion me
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Vapor 3 RF24-FF12-HD12mm Cushion me
Ravenna 7 (guidance section – bet N and MAP) RF22-FF12-HD10mm Energize me - BIOMOGO DNA M/S
NEUTRAL Glycerin 14 RF24–FF14-HD10mm Cushion me – super DNA
Ghost 9 M+W RF24-FF12-HD12mm Energize me
Launch 4 RF-FF-HD10mm Energize me
RACING ST 5 Unisex USA Medial pillar RF22-FF10- HD10mm Propel me
T7 Unisex USA Neutral RF20-FF8-HD12mm - to go out 7.16
Hyperium – dna m/s mara race shoe
TRAIL Cascadia 12 RF20-FF10-HD10mm
Mazama (Fast racer speed) - July 16
MAXIMALIST No
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
PureFlow 5 RF18-FF14-HD4mm Connect me
PureGrit 5 (Trail) RF14-FF10-HD4mm (to 5 – JULY 2016)
TO COME 2017 Brooks Neuro 2 – Speed balance neutral RF-FF-HD6mm
2017 Brooks Trail Caldera RF24-FF20-HD4mm
TECHNOLOGY: Diagonal roll bar (DRB), Substance 257, Hydroflo, Arch lug, DRB Accel, HPR, BP-1 last, MOGO, DNA, Super DNA (midsole cushioning & DNA ), BioMoGo DNA, no sew upper, adaptive cushioning, STRIDE SIGNATURE SHOE CHOICE GRID, 360
0
fit, propulsion pods, Cushion me – soft and protective. Energize me – responsive and springy. Connect me – lightweight and flexible. Propel me – fast and built for speed
STRIDE SIGNATURE
Cushion me
Energize me
Propel me
Connect me
How you want to run
+ How your body wants to run
= STRIDE SIGNATURE
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Updated: 8/99- 06/07 (30), 1/2016, 11/2016, 1/2017
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Wave Inspire 12 RF –FF -HD12mm
Wave Elixir 7
NEUTRAL Wave Enigma 6 RF25–FF13-HD12mm
Wave Rider 20 RF –FF -HD14mm
Wave Ovation 2
Wave Precision 13
Wave Sayonara 4 RF –FF -HD10mm
RACING Wave Ronin 4
TRAIL Wave Daichi 2
Wave Cabrakan 4
Wave Ascend 7 RF –FF -HD12mm
Wave Hayate 2 RF –FF -HD9mm
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
ALL models in men and women
TECHNOLOGY: Wave, full length infinity wave plate, AIRmesh, U4ICX cushioning, wave plate is Pebax material, intercool system, wave styles – parallel wave, double wave, euphoric m/s cushioning, euphoric x heel cushioning, X10 outersole material,
NEW AGENT IN SA
Brand IG Ignite
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Updated: 08/99 - 03/12 (50), 9/2013, 7/2015, 11/2016
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
1260 V6 M 2E, W D RF20 –FF12-HD8mm
MILD ANTIPRONATION
860 V7 M7-15 D,2E,4E W6-11 B,D (to strong) RF24 –FF12-HD10mm
770 V4
Vasee Prism – mild to strong – Lt wt stability
NEUTRAL Fresh Foam Zante V3 RF26-FF20-HD6mm Men US9.5 212g
Fresh Foam Boracay V2 RF16-FF12-HD4mm was 980 Fresh Foam
Fresh foam 1080 V7 M D/2E/4E, W B/D RF20-FF212-HD8mm
Fresh foam 1080 V6 Special edition for Comrades 2016
880 V6 M D, W B RF24-FF12-HD12mm
Vazee Pace 2 RF-FF-HD6mm
*Vazee 2090
780 M 2E, W D RF24-FF12-HD12mm
770 V2 RF24-FF12-HD12mm 490 EL V2 - @Sportsmans
590 V3 RF-FF-HD12mm - @Sportsmans
RACING 1400 V4
RC 1500 – medial post
Spikes all will be updated Jan 2016
TRAIL Fresh Foam Hiero
Leadville v3 HD8mm – going out
Fresh foam Gobi Trail RF–FF-HDmm
910 V2 M 2E W D RF20–FF12-HD8mm
610 V4 All terrain /Hybrid RF24–FF12-HD12mm
MT/WT 590
MAXIMALIST NOT NOW
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
MINIMALIST MOST GONE
OTHER X TRAINING
MX624 MEN 2E, 4E - R1400 - MAYBE
Black + white - WALKING
WX624 LADIES D - MAYBE
White + black – WALKING
WX711 v2 Ladies
WX822 v3 Ladies run/x trainer
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ENTRY LEVEL
MX80 Men Gym/x fit etc Full Fresh Foam
KXT625 Kids x trainer – Black + white – Velcro / laces (Maybe)
Kids Zante v3
680
KJ690
JKJ unior Rush v2
TECHNOLOGY: N2 cushioning, Abzorb, SBS Abzorb, Styrene, Roll Bar, N lock system, N durance, PL1 Last, Stability Web, TS2, N-ergy, Stabilcore – medial wedge, Trail – rockstop o/s plate, Lock down liner, Revlite (ms material), Mono-mesh upper, Phantom upper tech, New numbering system – 2011 onwards – running shoes only. Suffix is fixed number. x60 – Stability shoe, x70 – Lt wt stability (race / trainers), x80 Neutral, x90 – Lt wt neutral, x00 Racing shoes. Width fittings - Running – MEN - Neutral D, 2E, 4E (SS) – Stability D, 2E, 4E (SS) LADIES – B (some) D (most) Trail - D, (813 – 2E, 4E) MR men running, WR women running, MX / WX men / women x training, MT / WT men / women trail, MC / WC men / women court, RC racing, RT racer trainer, KXT kids x trainer, LDS long distance spike, MDS middle dist spike, SDS short dist spike 3 FRANCHISES (SILOS) – 1. Fresh foam 2. Vazee 3. NBX Fresh foam – side wall design – hexagon design – bigger hexagon the softer it is. The smaller the hexagon the firmer it is
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Updated: 8/99 (60),7/2015, 7/2016, 9/2016
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
Zoom Odyssey 2 RF–FF-HD12mm – FF support
Air Zoom Structure 20
MILD ANTIPRONATION
LunarGlide 8 (+N0) RF30–FF18-HD12mm
NEUTRAL Air Pegasus 33 RF31–FF18–HD10mm
Air Zoom Vomero 12 RF24–FF12–HD12mm
Zoom Winflo 3
Lunar Glide 8 (+N0)
Flex run
Fusion Dispair (EL)
Lunar epic – Mid - Low
RACING Zoom Streak 6
Flyknit racer
TRAIL
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
Free Run 3 RF26-FF19-HD7mm
Free Run Distance RF20-FF16-HD4mm
Free Flyknit 5.0 RF20–FF14–HD6mm
Free Flyknit 4.0
Free Flyknit 3.0
Free Run Motion
OTHER
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TECHNOLOGY: Air, Max Air, Tuned Air, Tubular Air, Zoom Air, Visible Air, Phylon, Duralon, Shox, Footbridge stability system, Waffle outer soles, Zoom cage, Phylite, Dri fit, Therma fit, Storm Fit, Free, Nike Plus, Flywire (upper tech), Lunarlite, Lunarlon
3 NEW silos – Run faster – Run Stronger – Run longer
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Updated: 8/99 - 03/12 (42),10/2014, 7/2015, 3/2016, 7/2016, 5/2017
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Speed IGNITE 1000 S RF28-FF16-HD12mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam Speed IGNITE 600 S RF22-FF14-HD8mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
Speed IGNITE 300 S V2 RF18-FF10-HD8mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
NEUTRAL Speed IGNITE 600 V2 RF22-FF14-HD8mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam Speed IGNITE 500 V1 RF18-FF12-HD6mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
Speed IGNITE 300 V2 RF18-FF10-HD8mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
IGNITE Runner V3 RF-FF-HD12mm IGNITE Foam
IGNITE Runner V3 PWRCool RF-FF-HD12mm IGNITE Foam
IGNITE Ulitmate RF-FF-HD12mmI (RELAUNCHING LATER THIS YEAR)
Speed 600 IGNITE PWRCool RF22-FF14-HD8mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA
RACING Speed IGNITE 500 V1 RF18-FF12-HD6mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
Speed IGNITE 300 V2 RF18-FF10-HD8mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
Speed IGNITE 300 S V2 RF18-FF12-HD6mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
Speed IGNITE 100 R RF16-FF10-HD6mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
TRAIL Speed IGNITE 300 TR RF18-FF10-HD8mm (Discontinuing in June/July 2017) Speed IGNITE Trail RF18-FF12-HD6mm (Launching June/July 2017)
MAXIMALIST Speed IGNITE 1000 S RF28-FF16-HD12mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
Speed IGNITE 100 R RF16-FF10-HD6mm Mix of IGNITE and EVA foam
TRACK & FIELD Sprint - Bolt evoSPEED disc – 200g
- EvoSPEED sprint V7 – 166g
Middle distance
- EvoSPEED distance V7 – 155g -
All Rounder - EvoSPEED STAR 5 – 175g
TECHNOLOGY:
IGNITE – midsole material (like Boost). Dual Ignite. Faas Foam – EVA blend with rubber > resilient, durable, light, Faas Foam + > 25% Llighter, FaasFoamLite > softer and more responsive ride, FaasFoam cushioning Scale > 100 to 1000 > higher scale > more plush springy ride, lower scale > lighter more responsive and minimal ride, Engineered Minimalism > (decoupled heel, deeper FF flex grooves, FFLITE, transition line, FF+ midsole, everfit lace, womens specific bunion zone), (without TPU) > inc medial midsole flare, higher medial midsole heights,STACK HEIGHTS > Heel – to – toe drop options > 12mm drop – 24-12-12, 8mm drop – 18-10-8, 4mm drop – 14-10-4, 0mm drop – 10-10-0, Women’s specific product > wider FF, narrower heel – Bunion zone - more supple feel – deeper flex grooves – centered heel cleft, Naming structure > Neutral – NO suffix > stability – S > speed – R > trail – TR,
Puma running BU silos – SPEED, ENERGY, VIS-TECH
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Omni ISO 16 RF27-FF19-HD8mm – Aug 2017
Guide 10 Everun (to mild) RF27-FF19-HD8mm
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Guide 10 (to strong) RF27-FF19-HD8mm
NEUTRAL Triumph ISO 3 Everun RF30-FF22-HD8mm - 2E FOR MEN
Ride 9 RF27-FF19-HD8mm
Freedom ISO RF19-FF15-HD4mm
RACING Grid Type 6 RF16-FF12-HD4mm
Kilkenny 5 X country RF17-FF13-HD 4mm
Kinvara 8 Everun (Racer/trainer) RF23 –FF19-HD4mm
Spikes Grid Velocity – middle dist
Endorphin MD - middle dist – 91g/79g
Showdown 2 – sprint – 167g/150g
TRAIL Xodus 5.0 RF23.5-FF19.5-HD4mm
Xodus Iso RF23-FF19-HD4mm
Peregrine 7 Everun RF22.5-FF18.5-HD4mm
Nomad TR RF22-FF18-HD4mm - road/trail hybrid (more road) – o/s powertrac
MAXIMALIST No
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER KIDS – Zealot
- Zealot A/C
TECHNOLOGY: SRC, HRC, Comfytemp, Powergrid, Powerfoam, Flexfilm upper, Powergrid +, ISO fit lacing system, PWRTRAC outersole, ISOfit upper, floating supportive cage, everrun m/s polymer material
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MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL Floatride RF26mm-FF18mm-HD8mm
Harmony Road RF36mm-FF23mm-HD13mm - ONE SERIES
Sweet Road RF-FF-HD8mm - ONE SERIES
Harmony Racer RF-FF-HD6mm - ONE SERIES
Pump Plus RF-FF-HDmm
Print Smooth Run RF-FF-HD10mm
Print Run Her RF-FF-HD10mm
Pump Plus RF-FF-HD9mm
Twist Form Blaze 3.0 RF-FF-HD3mm
Twistform 3.0 MU RF-FF-HD3mm
Hexaffect Ride RF-FF-HD8mm
Astroride RF-FF-HD8mm
RACING
TRAIL All Terrain Freedom RF-FF-HD8mm
All Terrain Super 3.0 RF-FF-HD5mm
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
CROSSFIT
Nano 7.0 RF-FF-HD4mm
R Crossfit Lifter Plus 2 – weight lifting
R Crossfit Nano 6.0
R Crossfit Speed TR RF-FF-HD3mm
R Crossfit Combine
TRAINING / GYM
Crossfit Combine RF-FF-HD16mm Combo of Nano and Olympic lifting shoe
Reebok Legacy Lifter RF-FF-HD22mm
Reebok Fire TR
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Reebok Eve TR
Workout TR 2.0
Hayasu LTD
Pilox TR 1.0
TECHNOLOGY: DMX, Hexalite, CMEVA, Play, DMX reflex, 3D Ultra Lite, Super Hexalite, DMX Shear, DMX Foam, DMX 6, DMX 10, DMX Walk, DMX Flowpak, ERS, Proflexion, Xbean, Play Dry, Kinetis Fit System. ONE TECHNOLOGY – 12mm heel drop, 3 zones in m/s. Rf zone 43% cushioning + 57% stability, midfoot zone 48% cushioning + 52% stability, ff zone 52% cushioning + 48% stability. O/s stride guide groove. New logo - DELTA. Integration of three aspects -
physical, mental, social. Smoothfuse – seamless uppers, narrow fitting. Owned by Adidas 2005, Floatride, Pump air muscle, 360 degree stretch sleeve, Ultra knit upper, EVA support rim, CRTEK, Independent nodes,3D ultra light foam,
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
DYNAMIC STABILITY MILD ANTIPRONATION
Arahi M&W RF29-FF24-HD5mm W-RF28-FF23-HD5mm
NEUTRAL Vanquish 3 M&W RF32–FF27-HD-5mm W-RF30–FF25-HD-5mm Clifton 3 M&W – max cushioning RF29–FF24-HD5mm W-RF28–FF23-HD5mm
SPEED RACING
Clayton 2 M&W RF24-FF20-HD4mm W-RF23-FF19-HD4mm
ALL TERRAIN TRAIL
Challenger ATR 3 M&W RF29–FF24-HD5mm W-RF28-FF23-HD5mm Mafate speed 2 M&W RF33–FF29-HD4mm W-RF32-FF28-HD4mm 5mm – Mid April Speed Instinct M&W RF23–FF20-HD3mm W-RF22-FF19-HD3mm
MAXIMALIST n/a All are MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER NOT AVAILABLE IN SA Conquest 3 - Mild to neutral M-RF31-FF27-HD4mm W-RF29-FF25-HD4mm
Gaviota M-RF29-FF24-HD5mm W-RF28-FF23-HD5mm
Bondi LTR M-RF35–FF31-HD4mm W-RF33-FF29-HD4mm – Walk / casual Bondi 5 M-RF33-FF29-HD4mm W-RF31-FF27-HD4mm Stinson ATR 3 M-RF36–FF30-HD6mm W-RF34-FF28-HD6mm Speedgoat M-RF33–FF28-HD5mm W-RF31-FF26-HD
Huaka 2 M-RF27-FF25-HD2mm W-RF26-FF24-HD4mm
Tracer M-RF22-FF18-HD4mm W-RF21-FF17-HD4mm
TECHNOLOGY: Midsole volume up to 2.5X more cushioning, Meta-rocker sole geometry, Active foot frame, J-frame, Pro
2Lite, eVent
upper fabric, Ortholite, RMAT o/s, CLASSIFICATION – Neutral, Dynamic stability, Speed, ART, Trail Started in 2010 – launched in SA 2/2017 – brought in by Hulla Baloo STOCKISTS – Pmb – Bush and Bundu Dbn – The Durban runner CT – Trail & tar, The Sweat shop, RUN, Drifters adventure cnt, This way out, Barefoot concept store Stellenbosch – Outdoor escape Centurion – Epic sports, The Sweat shop, The natural runner, Drifters adventure cnt Jhb – The Sweat shop, Randburg runner, Drifters adventure cnt Pta – Run-away sport, Running inn
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Provision 2.5 RF25–FF25-HD0mm 58 Asher C m/s density M&W
Impulso RF23–FF23-HD0mm 55 Asher C m/s density M&W
NEUTRAL One 2.5 RF23–FF23-HD0mm M&W
Escalante RF25–FF25-HD0mm M&W April 2017
Torin 2.5 RF27–FF27-HD0mm 58 Asher C m/s density Good cushioning M&W Paradigm 2 RF34–FF34-HD0mm 58 Asher C m/s density M&W
RACING
TRAIL Superior 3.0 RF21–FF21-HD0mm M&W Loan Peak 3 RF25–FF25-HD0mm 50 Asher C m/s density Loan Peak 3 MID RF25–FF25-HD0mm M&W
MAXIMALIST Paradigm 2 RF34–FF34-HD0mm 58 Asher C m/s density M&W
Olympus 2.0 RF36–FF36-HD0mm 50 Asher C m/s density Trail M&W
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
Torin IQ RF26–FF26-HD0mm – Run shoe with a sensor that sends you foot strike data readings to your watch / smart phone – landing zone, impact force, cadence, contact time – M&W April 2017
Tokala RF23–FF23-HD0mm - everyday
Instinct Everyday ( ♂) RF23–FF23-HD0mm - everyday
& Intution (♀) Casual – wide natural forefoot
Provision walk Casual – wide natural forefoot
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TECHNOLOGY: ALL ZERO HEEL DROP SHOES, 60% trail, ALTRA DNA – Footshape toe box, Zero drop platform ALL ARE ZERO HEEL DROP, A-bound cushioning. FOOTSHAPE TOE BOX – allows toes to relax and spread out naturally and the big to remain in a straight position. A wider more natural forefoot. Feels amazingly comfortable. Gaiter trap, Innerflex, NRS (natural ride system), Stabilopod, Varus stability (4mm varus wedge), Footpod outersole, Stone guard, Trailclaw. Gender specific models – Men – lower instep, shorter arch, wider midfoot, wider heel, male foot shape Women – higher instep, longer arch, narrower midfoot, narrower heel, female foot shape
Available in Gauteng –
Runaway Sports – 302 Freesia Street, Pretoria, Tel 012 3613733
Drifters Adventure- Sandton City Shopping Centre, contact Dave- 011 783 9200,
The Natural Runner – Shop 26, Byls Bridge Promenade, Bloukraans Rd, Centurion,
Pretoria. Tel: 082 798 0819
Troi Sports: Shop 4, 61 Woodlands avenue, Sandton, JHB. Tel: 011 326 1611
Sportsmans Warehouse – July 2017.
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL Speedform Gemini 2.1 RF –FF -HD8mm
Charged bandit 2 RF –FF -HD10mm
RACING
TRAIL
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: Seamless heels, charged cushioning, UA speedform technology, micro g foam, armour vent upper,
NEW IN SA
Agent - Gary Van Rooyen
APOLLO BRANDS
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Introduced 1/2016 (01), 1/2016, 4/2016
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL EM Road N1 RF22–FF18-HD4mm
RACING
TRAIL EM Trail N1 RF–FF-HDmm
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: Energy foam,
NEW IN SA
Agent - ?
Only 2 models in SA
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL
RACING
TRAIL Terrak RF19–FF14-HD5mm
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY:
Running shoes NOT
IN SA
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL
RACING
TRAIL V-Lite Infinity Pro HPi
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER HIKING
V-lite Stingray (run and water shoe)
Rainier WPi (mountaineering)
Altitide IV (mountaineering)
Kamberg mid (Lightweight hikers)
Midland mid (Lightweight hikers)
Otter trail (Lightweight hikers)
Piper 2 (Trail Outdoor)
Langdale (Trail Outdoor)
Total terrain (Trail ?)
Viper trail ultra (Trail ?)
TECHNOLOGY:
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Sir Isaac S M HD4.5mm
Lady Isaac S W HD4.5mm
NEUTRAL Gravity trainer 3 RF25–FF22–HD3mm
Sir Isaac M HD4.5mm
Lady Isaac W HD4.5mm
Energy (N0 ?)
Boco M&W (N0 ?)
RACING MV3 Speed racer HD0mm 5.8oz
Distance S (support) M HD2mm 7.8oz
Distance U (Support) W HD2mm
Distance (Neutral) HD2mm
TRAIL Terra Momentus All terrain HD5mm
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER 6mm heel drop with removable heel lift of 3mm
Out October
TECHNOLOGY: Actuator lugs (in ff – encourages ff strike, cushions, propels) , heels flatter than normal,
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL
RACING
TRAIL Mudroc 290 2↑ MRSS 3
X-Talon 212 2↑ MRSS 3
X-Talon 160 1↑ MRSS 2 + kids sizes – soccer / hockey
X-Talon 190 1↑ MRSS 2
Bear-grip 200 0↑ MRSS 1 – Cross country
Trailroc 2↑ MRSS 3
Trailroc 1↑ MRSS 2
Trailroc 0↑ MRSS 1
Roclite 243 1↑
Roclite 315 3↑ MRSS 5
Roclite 295 2↑ MRSS 5
Roclite 268 3↑ MRSS 5
Roclite 285 2↑ MRSS 3
Trailroc 255 2↑ MRSS 3
Trailroc 245 1↑ MRSS 2
Trailroc 235 0↑ MRSS 1
Terrafly 315 GTX 3↑ MRSS 5
Terrafly 287 GTX 3↑ MRSS 5 – Hybrid- road and trail
Terrafly 303 2↑ MRSS 3
Terrafly 277 2↑ MRSS 3
BOOTS Roclite 400 GTX 3↑MRSS 5 Very light boot
Roclite 335 GTX 3↑ MRSS 5 Leather boot
Roclite 286 GTX
TRAIL + ROAD
F-Lite 235 V2 NEW Power training shoe
F-Lite 220 2↑ MRSS 3
F-Lite 230 2↑ MRSS 3
F-Lite 240 2↑ MRSS 3
F-Lite 215 2↑ MRSS 3
F=Lite 195 1↑ MRSS 2
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ROAD Road – X 255 3↑ MRSS 5
Road – X 250 3↑ MRSS 5
Road X 233 2↑ MRSS 3
Road X 238
Road – X Lite 155 1↑ MRSS 2
Bare – X Lite 150 0↑ MRSS 1
Bare X-Lite 135 0↑ MRSS 1
Bare – X 200 0↑ MRSS 1
Bare – X 180 0↑ MRSS 1
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
Evoskin blue MRSS 0.5
Bare -XF 260 0↑ MRSS 1 X Fit shoe / gym / etc
Bare –XF 210 0↑ MRSS 1 X Fit shoe / gym / etc
Bare –X lite 150
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: MORE TRAIL with a bit of road shoes. Outersole – Recolire, f-lite, Griproc, Terroc, Roclite, Flyroc, Mudroc, x-talon, Oroc, Mudclaw Rubber – sticky rubber, endurance rubber, translucent rubber. Shoc-zones – 4 ↑ - 12mm ff – 24mm rf =12mm differential, 3↑ 9mm ff – 18mm rf =9mm differential, 2↑ 7mm ff – 13mm rf = 6mm differential, 1↑ 6mm ff – 9mm rf =3mm differential, ZERO – 0mm differential. Fit – performance, women’s , comfort, anatomic. Lacing – Rey-wrap, Met-cradle. Upper – Gore-tex. Thermosteeing heel counter – steam adjustable. Insoles – 3mm or 6mm 4↑ - MRSS 6/7, 3↑ - MRSS 5, 2↑ - MRSS 3, 1↑ - MRSS 2, 0↑ - MRSS 1. PHILOSOPHY : 4 levels of heel to ff differential, natural running,
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL MXD Gravity
Maxed Elite Trainer
RACING Maxed Elite Racer
TRAIL
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: Dual density sole,
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL
RACING
TRAIL All Out Rush
Moab Ventilator
Refuge Pro Ventilator GTX
North Face Hedgehog GTX XRC 111
NTR Seismic
CTR Cruise M+W
Trail Glove M – Minimilistic
True Glove M – Minimilistic
Pace Glove W – Minimilistic
Power Glove W - Minimilistic
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
Bare Access
Trail Glove - Trail
Current Glove
True Glove M – all terrain multisport
Tough Glove
Pace Glove W – Trail
Power Glove W - Multi
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: Merrell barefoot range, Vibram outersoles, Omni fit lace system, Easy Z rap Velcro closures, Q-form,
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL SonicPro (Road shoe) RF24–FF16-HD8mm
RACING Speedcross 3 RF20–FF9-HD11mm Mtn trail Neutral
Speed Cross 3 CS RF20–FF9-HD11mm Mtn trail Neutral
TRAIL S-Lab sense ultra 3 RF13-FF9-HD4mm N0 racer
S-Lab sense ultra 3 SG RF13-FF9-HD4mm N0 racer
S-Lab Fellcross 3 RF9-FF5-HD4mm
S-Lab XT6 RF20-FF9.5-HD10.5mm Stab/anti P
S-Lab X-Series RF19 –FF11–HD8mm Neutral Racer (Road)
X Wind Pro RF19-FF10-HD9mm City trail N0
X Scream 3D RF23-FF13-HD10mm City trail N0
X Tour2 RF23-FF13-HD10mm City trail N0
Sense Mantra 3 RF15-FF9-HD6mm City trail N0
Sense Pro RF16-FF10-HD6mm City trail N0
XA Pro 3D GTX RF21-FF11-HD10mm City trail N0 / stable Mtn trail
XA Pro 3D RF21-FF11-HD10mm City trail N0 / stable Mtn trail
Wings Flyte RF20-FF9.5-HD10.5mm Mtn trail Stable neutral
Wings Pro RF20-FF9.5-HD10.5mm Mtn trail antipronation
Fellraiser RF12-FF6-HD6mm Mtn trail Neutral
MAXIMALIST Sense Propulse RF29–FF23HD6mm JULY 2015
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: waterproof GTX, 3D ride concept, 3D grip, Endofit
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Introduced: 10/10 - 02/11 (4), 07/2011
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL
RACING
TRAIL Rockridge / Badrock
Masochist M + W
Wildwood TR M + W
Hardrock
Streak
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY:
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Kapilani M + W
NEUTRAL Ultra Kalani M + W
Ultra Kane M + W
Advantage 2.0 M + W
Energy 2.0 M + W
RACING / TRIATHLON
Ultra Ali’i 3.0 M + W
Ultra Speed M + W
Ultra Tempo + 3.0
Ultra TT 3.0 M + W
Ultra Racer 2.0 M + W
TRAIL
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: Tri dry, Dr ilex fabric, Carbon span, E span, ImPress
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STRONG ANTIPRONATION
Konesic M6uk-12uk *** very strong
Konejo 2 M6uk-12uk W3uk-8uk
MILD ANTIPRONATION
Keahou (N to mild)
NEUTRAL Keahou 2 (to mild) M6uk-12uk W3uk-8uk
RACING Kona-S – IRONMAN shoe – Race M6uk-12uk) W 2012
K-Ruuz Race flat M6uk-12uk (maybe not in 2012)
Quicky Blade Light (Medial wedge) M6uk-12uk W 2012
TRAIL
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER / TRIATHLON OTHER
Blade Light Race Specific Tri shoe M6uk-12uk Velcro
M Blade Foot Run M+F
Tubes Run 100 A Fashion / gym
K – Swiss Protection socks (50%kevlar, 32% polyester
TECHNOLOGY: Blade,Tube midsole technology, K-eva
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Introduced: 02/11 - 06/11 (3), 07/2011
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL
RACING
TRAIL Ravenous
Descender range - Multi
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: Heel capture system, Techlite rubber, Omni-tech upper tech, Omni-tech high traction rubber comp outersole material, Techlite midsole,
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Introduced: (6) 03/2012, 5/2012, 2/2015, 1/2017
MINIMALIST / NATURAL ALL zero heel drop
FiveFingers Bikila Evo V-Run – 8.5mm sole road/fitness Thickest sole for easier transition to barefoot FiveFinger EL-X - work, lifestyle FiveFinger V-Train – gym, cross fit FiveFinger KSO Evo – fitness, lifestyle FiveFinger Vibram KSO Evo- Maximim feel, 4.7 mm sole-best ground feedback,crosfit FiveFingers KMD / LS – 6.5mm sole Multi & lat motions, Strap or laces Seamless footbed,crosfit,fitness all sport. FiveFingers Spyridon MR – 4mm sole - Trail also ideal for Warrior Races laces Speed laces,360 lugpattern gives grip in all directions.
FiveFingers Trek Sandal – 8mm sole – Outdoor Light Trekking/laces
Open on sides ideal for South Africa’s outdoor customers,
FiveFingers Signa – watersports drainage sole stand up paddling,surfing ,fishing.
TRAIL FiveFinger V-Trail
OTHER KIDS
Injinji socks – toe socks for Vibram shoes
Nuwool version 52% Australian merino wool
FiveFingers Alitza- ladies – fashion
FiveFingers Sorrento – leather - casual
TECHNOLOGY: FiveFinger barefoot technology – minimalist approach to barefoot running All zero heel drop L/S = lace system, Dri-lex – moisture management upper, AEGIS microbe shield In Runaway sport, SWH, various Outdoor stores.
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MINIMALIST / NATURAL ALL zero heel drop
Neo Trail M+W-Trail Breatho Trail M+W-Trail Evo ll M+W- Trail/Road Ultra M+W -Trail/Road Breezy Lite M+W-Road/Gym Hybrid Golf M+W-Golf/Casual Mid Offroad M+W-Hiking Synth Hiker M+W- Hiking Legacy M+W- Casual Achilles M+W- Casual/Trail Ra M only -Casual Gobi M only- Casual Dylan M only- Casual Kali W only- Casual Aqualite M only- Casual Lucy Lite W only- Casual December 2012 Vivo Stealth M+W- Road Vivo One M+W- Premier Road Racing
Vivo Evo Lite M+W- Light Trail & Road
OTHER
TECHNOLOGY: Eco friendly recycled materials, Puncture resistant sole, Sole height 3mm – 5mm, All ZERO DROP
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Introduced: 11/2013, (4), 2/2017
STRONG ANTIPRONATION
MILD ANTIPRONATION
NEUTRAL GoRun Forza 2 RF–FF–HD8mm GoRun Ride 6 RF18–FF14–HD4mm
GoRun 5 RF–FF–HD4mm
RACING Go Meb Razor RF–FF–HD4mm
Go Meb Speed 4 RF26.2–FF20.2–HD6mm
TRAIL GO trail Ultra 4 RF–FF–HD4mm
MAXIMALIST
MINIMALIST / NATURAL
OTHER Go Train Endurance – multi activity shoe
TECHNOLOGY: Custom fit, Resalyte cushioning, Go impulse o/s, M strike, Flatlock stitching, Progressive flex, Bio-responsice o/s zones, Ortholite insole, Rock diffusion plate, GOdri upper, Quick fit portal – heel counter hole, Resalyte midsole, Goga max insole, Goga pillars, Go knit upper, Gen 5 Midsole,
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OTHER OTHER OTHER OTHER OTHER OTHER
Introduced: 02/11 - 06/11 (4), 11/2013
K-SWISS
Protection socks (50%kevlar, 32% polyester, 10% cotton, 8% spandex)
MRSS 0.1
LUNA Mona (sandals) MRSS 0.5
Venado (sandals) MRSS 0.5
TECHNOLOGY: Heel capture system, Techlite rubber, Omni-tech upper tech, Omni-tech high traction rubber comp outersole material, Techlite midsole,