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  Brooks newest and lightest addition to their Pure Project line is the sleek looking PureDrift.  This new shoe offers a more connected running experience with a naturally snug fit, light weight upper and wider toe box.  The shoe also has a configurable drop offset by just removing the sock liner. The offset change in slight, but it does change the drop from a 4mm offset to a true zero drop shoe. The new foot shaped upper gives a flexible and natural fit that morphs around the foot.  Also, the curved heel encourages the foot to shift forward during the gait cycle giving a bit of a springy feeling while running.  Brooks also has continued with their earth-friendly BioMoGo midsole and DNA cushioning system. A unique and new technology with the PureDrift model is the Dual Toe Flex design located at the front of the shoe allowing for better balance and increasing that springy toe-off. I’m really excited about this newest addition to the Brook’s PureProject line.  For those who like the Brooks PureConnect and want just a bit more minimalism or something with a bigger toe-box I would suggest trying the new PureDrift.  

The new Mizuno Wave Evo Cursoris is HERE! Continuing with Mizuno’s incredible style, the Evo Cursoris  takes  on an almost lizard like look.  Said to be inspired by the Eudibamus Cursoris this fast looking shoe’s performance seems to match it’s incredible style.  The main features of the Evo Cursoris  are it’s zero drop platform, wide toe box, and 12mm cushioned mid-sole.  I believe Mizuno’s delayed entrance into the minimalist  market has allowed them to spend extra time looking at the market and see what has worked for other companies and integrate some specific features into the Evo series with of course the Mizuno looks and feel. After taking my first run I was  pleasantly surprised how soft they were for their weight.  The 7.5 oz weight for the men’s size 9 gives a nice light-weight feel, with enough substance  of protection for the foot.  Also, the flat-bottomed forefoot design coupled with a wider platform provides stability and assurance from foot strike to toe-off.  A fairly efficient, quicker runner should have no problem using them for a marathon.  However, If you are not already used to wearing a minimalist type shoe I would proceed with caution and ease into them like…

Although we believe the Asics GT-2000 has extremely big “shoes” to fill, by replacing their ancestor the 2170. We believe the 2000 to be a on par,  if not a improved shoe in comparison. Weighing in at 11.4 ounces, this is a shoe built for the moderate overpronator requiring a combination of cushioning and enhanced stability. The shoe contains a variety of features. Some of our favorites include: (1) The shoe contains high abrasion rubber placed strategically throughout the shoe to increasing the overall durability. (2)  Solyte midsole combining with the DuoMax stability feature creating a ideal combination of cushioning and stability. (3) The Personal Heel Fit contains two layers of memory foam which mold to the athletes foot as use progresses. Come in and give the shoe a try. Currently, Steve, Kendra and Wes are running in the GT-2000 but everyone here is extremely knowledgeable of this series.     

The Adrenaline 13 is Brooks best selling stability shoe on the market. Weighing only 11.3 oz in men’s and 9.4 oz in the women’s model it is very light for the support it offers. It is a very happy median between comfort and stability for the overpronatin distance runner.  The Adrenaline is a shoe that will last against easy wear, while supplying support throughout your entire run. The heel is equipped with a “Caterpillar” Crash Pad to reduce friction and facilitate an easy heel to toe transition. There is also less than 12 mm of drop from the heel to the toe. The body  is built with mesh to allow breathability, with an inner A-Symetrical saddle to support the foot in all the right places. The Adrenaline is a great shoe that will hold up on roads and trails alike. We’re not the only Adrenaline junkies out there – Runner’s World named the GTS 13 Editor’s Choice in the Fall Shoe Guide in their December 2012 issue. They call the GTS 13 a “classic stability shoe”, and quoted one wear tester as saying, “it’s soft enough that you can feel the road surface below, but there’s enough padding that you don’t…

Saucony’s staple neutral shoe is now even better!  Following the trend of “less is more” in the running world, the Ride 5 has dropped weight  (9.8 oz mens/8.6o z womens) and lowered the heel-to-toe ratio to a mere 8mm!     This will help as you are practicing the improved technique of landing on the midfoot/forefoot instead of pounding your heels on the pavement. Don’t fret, those of you who require a lot of cushion and structure, the sole has also been updated to provide even more support and cushion than ever before and continues to offer a firm midfoot structure   All of this is topped off, quite literally, with an upper that is designed to wick moisture away and create a comfortable feel! Why just run when you can Ride!

The Kinvara 3 is the latest in Saucony’s line of minimal shoes.  A new lightweight upper has this shoe  weighing in at only 7 oz. for men, 6.7 oz. for women and the 4mm heel-to-toe drop allows you to have many of the same benefits of running barefoot while maintaining enough cushion to maintain the ability  to do a majority of your running on roads without having to worry as much about the impact on your body. As so many people are clamoring to climb on board the barefoot movement this shoe is a great way to transition from a regular trainer, which traditionally have a lot of structure and cushion, to a zero drop, low cushion shoe.  A revamped sole creates the most durable Kinvara yet allowing you to get more mileage out of the shoe than previous models. Come get ‘em! Faster, less injury, and more efficient running is here!