Showcase: Athletics Get on Track
Each athletics season sees more emphasis on innovation. We take a look at some of the latest designs.
Saucony
ShowDown XS Sprint Spike
Asics Inner muscle top
This ladies top is
designed to be
worn as a tight
Saucony’s top of the range sprint model, the ShowDown is worn by Wallace Spearmon and Lauryn Williams. Featuring a 10-spike plate, for excellent traction, it has a lace entry with YKK zip up shroud designed to help reduce drag and lock the foot onto the platform. The ShowDown weighs only 190g.
RRP £90
www.saucony.co.uk Nike LunarGlide+2
Nike claims its LunarGlide+ 2 delivers improved support through the extended ultra-light and strong Flywire panel in a smoother, sleeker shape providing exceptional fit. An almost stitch-free upper features a notched inner-sleeve construction for reduced irritation and Dynamic Support technology - the system which adapts during the run to provide stability and cushioning as required.
RRP £80
X-Bionic Spyker
Part of the company’s accessories range, the Spyker calf guard provides partial
compression which X- Bionic says
does not inhibit the blood circulation directly under the skin unlike some other compression products. The Spyker is available in two sizes.
RRP £32.50
www.nikerunning.com 10
www.x-bionic.com
New Balance Training shoe 905
fitting first layer
garment underneath training and performance wear. The Inner muscle fabric technology is said to focus on the body’s inner muscle and core stability functions. The technology is also built into the upper back.
RRP £40
www.asics.co.uk
The company says this shoe is ideal for a runner looking for competition shoe for distances of up to 10k. The 130 is the lightest shoe in New Balance’s Spring 2011 collection, at only 140g.
RRP £55
www.newbalance.co.uk RRP £22
www.puma.com Puma
New Balance has introduced this lightweight, but supportive training shoe into its range for Spring 2011. Designed for the runner wanting a lighter option, it weighs 269g. Technical features include Abzorb cushioning and TS2 medial post, intended to proved a balance of impact absorption and support.
RRP £73
www.newbalance.co.uk
Haraka XC Spike Weighing only 7.5oz, Puma says this cross country spike offers a sock-like fit with all the protection and stability required in racing conditions. The combination of mesh and synthetic material is intended to actively support the foot while improving breathability for comfort. Design features include Tech-evasole, Evertrack composite in the outsole for durabiliuty and KMS Lite midsole for
cushioning and weight reduction.
RRP £45
www.puma.com
New Balance Competition shoe130
Puma TP Racerback
tank top This ladies vest top from Puma
incorporates U.S.P technology, said to be extremely absorbent for extra comfort. Mesh material inserts are added for extra
breathability and there’s a built-in adjustable sports bra. It features a reflective U.S.P logo on the back and a golden reflective Puma cat logo on the front for safety when night training.
SGB SPORT NOVEMBER 2010
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