2008 Spring / Summer Footwear

• Classic Moccasin loafer-look.
• Fabric-lining,
• Double goring for easy slip-on comfort,
• Rubber soles,
• Canvas uppers,
• Moc-toe detail,
• Vulcanized-rubber outsole,
• Adjustable Velcro straps.

North Face Arnuva Men's Boa 50s Trail Runner

"The Arnuva 50 Boa is built for the ultra distance runner who runs trails, dirt paths and even roads.”

• The Northotic Custom Footbed™ is a multi-density foot bed that provides enhanced stability, support, and cushioning on the trail,
• The carefully Engineered Boa Lacing System enables minute adjustment for optimum closure force each and every time; for a secure, near-custom fit,
• Lightweight, dual-density, compression-molded EVA midsole with X-2, provides high impact cushioning and long lasting support,
• Medial-posted rear-foot Thrust Chassis and X-Dome,
• Tenacious Grip Outsoles provide excellent on-and-off-road traction,
• The Ultra-ATAC™ all-terrain, all-condition rubber outsole has excellent wet/dry traction for running on road or trail.

Asic's Men Gel Nimbus 9 Trail Running Shoes

Asics® top of the line cushioning shoe, the GEL-Nimbus® 9 features enhanced platform comfort and an upper construction that provides exceptional fit.

• Winner of the 2007 Runner's World Award: “Editor's Choice”
• Has a Space Trusstic System ® for more efficient foot function,
• Has a Biomorphic™ Fit Upper,
• Has a Solyte® Midsole which provides extreme lightweight comfort,
• Recommended for runners with normal to high arches needing a neutral-cushioned shoe with a bit of added stability.

Brook's Men's Cascadia III Trail Runner Shoes from EMS

Brooks' Cascadia 3 is 100-percent pure trail running shoe. A great fit for neutral runners and mild overpronators, this off-road roamer is tough enough to take on any terrain – no matter how rough, wet, or steep.

• Won the “2008 Editor’s Choice Award” by “Runner's World,” in its Spring Trail Shoe Review, published April, 2008,
• Full-length MoGo™ midsole give a very soft cushion,
• A great fit for neutral runners and mild over-pronators.
• The Women's Cascadia is also a very good shoe.

CTC Trail Shoe Men's - By Montrail 

“You can climb expertly and tread lightly on the trail with the shoe that blends runner speed with approach stability.”

• The sticky FasTrax rubber sole configuration allows for impromptu climbing,
• Has FasTrax Carbon Rubber and Gryptonite soles for traction,
• The single-density EVA midsole cushions the effects of compression,
• TPU-reinforced Hydrophobic Synthetic Leather and mesh uppers add support,
• The full-length TerraFlex LA protection plates add safety.

Salomon Comp 3 GTX Women's Trail Runners  

This weatherproof, updated version of the classic adventure running shoe, the Salomon XA Comp 3 GTX delivers outstanding traction and comfort for competitive and recreational adventure runners.

• The Gore-Tex™ XCR will keep your feet dry and comfortable,
• It has a Patented 2-D chassis,
• It has a toothy, running Contra-Grip™ Outer-sole.

Salomon Men's Speed Cross 2 Trail Runners

“Optimize your running performance with the race-ready, ultra-light, and built for speed Salomon SpeedCross 2.”

• Sensifit™ System of overlays wraps the foot for a precise and secure fit,
• Quickfit™ one-pull lacing system is convenient,durable, and ensures a customized fit,
• Ortholite® Foot-Beds keep you dry and odor free,
• Salomon Cushioning System with dual-density EVA midsoles,
• Winter Contragrip® Rubber Outer Soles.

Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra Trail Running Shoes - Women's

“The world's best trail running shoe just keeps getting better with improved cushioning to take you from track- to- trail to bushwhacking with unparalleled stability”. 

• Sensifit™ Molding System,
• Optimized fit for women,
• Running Contragrip outsoles,
• 3-D advanced chassis,
• Triple-density EVA midsoles,
• Ortholite Sock-Liners.

Salomon XA Pro 3D Men's XCR Men's Trail Runners

light, fast, and ready to race, the XA Pro 3D from Salomon® features a waterproof and highly breathable Gore-Tex® XCR membrane for harsh, wet terrain.

• Lightweight, shock-absorbing,
• Patented 3-D advanced-chassis system,
• Has a light breathable sandwich mesh,
• Quick-lace™ asymmetrical lacing,
• Vegan (non-leather) materials used in construction.

Salomon Men's XT Wings Running Shoes  

“Runner's World Best Debut Award- April 2008.” 

“As you bolt out the door for your favorite terra-trail run, you'll be flowing effortlessly with unparalleled speed and agility across the varied terrain with this stallion.”

• The Running Contragrip® outsole collects your heel strike energy and transfers it back during push-off,
• The Agile Chassis-Skeleton™ ensures smooth heel-to-toe transitions and side-to-side stability,
• A responsive triple-density EVA cushioned midsole is wrapped in a rubber belt and mud guard for wet protection,
• Sensifit™ System,Quicklace™ System,
• A breathable Ortholite® insole with an anti-bacterial treatment keeps your foot cool and comfortable during the long haul,
• Has Pronation Control.

Salomon Women's XA Pro 3D Trail Running Shoe

• Salomon TPU molded Sensifit™ helps cradle your foot over an ergonomic EVA midsole for optimum control,
• Convenient Quickfit™ lacing system with easy gliding eyelet inserts and lace-pockets,
• Salomon-Optimized fit for women has high performance,
• Antimicrobial Ortholite® sock liner with breathable open- cell design,
• Durable protective toe cap, heel cap, and mud guard,
• Racing-oriented Advanced Chassis™ Design,
• Reliable high-traction Running Contragrip™ patented outersole.

Nike Zoom Air Elite 4+ Men's (from the Finish Line)  

“This premiere Adidas+ road-ready running shoe is a subtle improvement over its predecessor, combining the best of the 2007 shoe and newer technology.”

• This shoe features increased use of soft, stitch-free TPU overlays that hug the mid-foot and heel,
• A Nike+ Pocket under the Sock-Liner provides a secure place for an Apple iPod sensor,
• The Air Zoom Elite +4 actually talks to your iPod Nano sensing and monitoring your pace as you run.

La Sportiva Fireblade Trail Running Shoes - Women's  

These are Lightweight performance trainer for any type of trail running.The Fireblade is a stable, mid cushioned shoe ideal for mild pronaters and neutral runners.

• The La Sportiva Fireblade was awarded the 2007 Best Debut Award by “Runner's World”for long distances,
• Patented FriXion™ Racing Outer Soles provides excellent traction.

Vasque Velocity XCR Trail Runners- Mens  

“ An all-season versatile cross country runner, the Vasque Velocity XCR is a durable waterproof runner.”

• Has Gore-Tex® XCR® waterproof technology,
• The Uppers are made of Synthetic Nubuck™ Leather and Air-mesh Nylon; with Welded TPU-Reinforcing Fabric,
• Both the Midsole and the Foot Bed are made of Dual-Density Molded EVA™,
• The Outer-Soles are Patented Vasque Mako™ soles,
• It has a Gusseted Tongue with a Beneke-Ceroprene™ Rand.

Asics Gel Kayano 13 Running Shoes (Men's) 

Asics Men's Gel Kensei Road Runners

"Two pair of top-notch shoes."

• These are ASICS premier running shoes which feature:
• Impact Guidance System® (I.G.S.),
• Discrete Fore-foot Set-up achieved with a new Propulsion Trusstic™System,
• Asymmetrical Lacing System enhances the Biomorphic Fit™,
• Cupro-thermatic™ Mesh lining material,
• Discrete Heel Unit creates the highest degree of shock attenuation.

2007 New Balance 902's and 2008 New Balance 903s.

“Runner’s World has just named the New Balance 903 light-weight running shoe an “Editor’s Choice” award winner in its June 2008 Running Shoe Guide.  The incorporation of a more traditional N-Lock™ presentation was a key revision for the 903 and helped earn the New Balance 903 its award.” 

• This is a low-profile, responsive training shoe; designed for neutral runners who want to feel light-weight and fast on ‘race-day’,
• It is recommended for biomechanically efficient runners with normal arches needing a comfortable speed-work shoe,
• New innovative technologies include Abzorb® Cushioning and N-Lock™ Support System, for enhanced mid-foot support and structure,
• Flexible N-Lock™ rands in the upper part of the shoe add a comfortable, flexible, and supportive wrap around the foot,
• Because they are lighter, the 903s are even more responsive and more contoured,
• It is highly ranked due to its very secure and yet comfortable fit,
• It has a Nudurance® Rubber Outer-Sole for durability,
• A seamless Phantom-Liner™ eliminates chafing and other irritations,
• These shoes are available in select retail stores.

2007 Men's Nike Air Pegasus+Classic Runner(from the Finish-Line)

“Already legendary for its fit and cushioning, the Nike Air Pegasus+ 2007 (Extra-Wide) Men's Running Shoe now has even more shock-absorbing polyurethane (PU) crash pads and Air-Sole units.” – Nike spokesperson.

In 2006, the Editors at Runner’s World awarded this shoe the “World’s Best Running Shoe” title, primarily because of its reputation among runners as being the best neutral-cushioned shoe due to its extremely smooth ride, improved fit and "plush" cushioning.  Several editors called it the "benchmark" model in the neutral-cushioning category. The 2007 Model has:

• A tough BRS 1000 carbon-rubber heel, BRS 1000 flexed-groove Rubber Outer-Sole, and ‘sticky-rubber’ fore-foot grip the road for maximum traction and provide additional durability,
• The midsole consists of long lasting Air-Sole Units in the heel and fore-foot, a removable full length Nike PU Rideliner, and a Phylon midsole for maximum shock absorption,
• Nike Fit-Bed with Fitsole, improve resilience and deliver a great under-foot feel with added extra comfort and longevity,
• This running shoe is built for the neutral to under-pronators who requires enhanced cushioning, and have wide feet.
• These shoes are availiabe at select retail stores.

Nike Men's Air Zoom Structure Triax 11+

(from the Finish Line)

"A lightweight shoe with everything for the runner who wants only the best: stability, superior cushioning and flexibility."

• Outstanding Structure-Triax technology,
• Features the new Zoom-Air Units for superior cushioning,
• Recommended for bigger runners with normal arches looking for a soft, stable ride.

Adidas Response Control 6 Stability Running Shoe Womens 

The Adidas® Response® Control 6 utilizes a slimmed-down construction featuring lightweight ProModerator™ for comfort and stability during your everyday training.

• The Patented Control 6® Technology provides one of the softest motion-control flexibility in the business,
• This shoe is recommended for lightweight runners with low arches.

Adidas Adistar 6 Cushion Running Shoe Womens 

An incredibly smooth ride with ForMotion® stability, the adidas® adiSTAR® Cushion 6 women's running shoe is designed for the runner who logs serious miles.

• Ventilated Air-Mesh uppers for maximum breathability,
• The Torsion® System creates stability and control and provides midfoot arch support,.
• An adiPRENE®+Cushioning Material retains natural propulsive forces for greater forefoot efficiency,
• GeoFit® construction delivers an anatomically correct fit without seams,
• adiPRENE® Heel Technology maximizes heel protection and stability,
• QuickStrike® outsole decreases weight and increases flexibility and durability.

Salomon Men's XA Pro 3D Ultra Running Shoe

“Targeted for quick pursuits, the 3D Ultra features a lightweight and highly breathable sandwich mesh upper, so you can run like your life depended on it. “                  

• Premium triple density EVA midsole with pronation control,
• A 3-D Advanced Chassis™ System,
• A Quickfit™ Asymmetrical Lacing System, & Quicklace™ performance fit one-pull system,
• The Sensifit® System cradles your foot providing a precise and secure fit,
• Running Contragrip® Outer-Soles,
• OrthoLite® Sock-Liners.

Top Runner from Puma-Complete Phasis IV  

"This top ranked shoe is for mild over-pronators.The updated Phasis IV provides an even smoother ride, excellent forefoot flexibility and superior cushioning".

• Best for low- to mid-mileage runners with heavy foot strikes,
• Mini-foam hexagonal pads,
• Extra shock absorption.

Asics Men's Gel Kayano 14 Road Runners

A great performance trainer that keeps getting better. This 14th edition of the Asics GEL-Kayano® provides enhanced stability without sacrificing the exceptional ride. A new upper geometry improves rear-foot fit.

• 2008 Runner’s World “Editor’s Choice Award,
• Recommended for runners who need a stable, well-cushioned shoe,
• Registered ASICS® IGS® Technology,
• Trademarked Impact-Guidance System™,
• Registered Solyte® Midsole Material,
• Trademarked ComfortDry™ Sock-Liner for breathability.

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 7 Stability Running Shoes (Men's)

"Brooks may not have designed these GTS running shoes around a model of your feet, but you'd never guess otherwise once you've slipped them on"

• Full-length MoGo™ Midsole reduces foot fatigue,
• Progressive Diagonal Rollbar (PDRB®) increases stability,
• Stable-Pod configuration,
• S-256®Cushsole,
• Element Air-Mesh and Lining,
• Features an Internal Support-Saddle,
• Best for mild to moderate over-pronators.

Saucony ProGrid Hurricane 10 Road Runners(Women's)  

Saucony Women’s ProGrid Hurricane 10 Running Shoes provide the avid runner with pronation control and high end cushioning.

• Best-selling women's running shoe from Saucony®,
• Full-Length ProGrid™,
• Dual Density SSL EVA™,
• Saucony Arch-Lock© System, provides superior midfoot fit,
• HRC Strobel Board™,
• Impact Interface,
• Ortholite™ Sock-Liner,
• SRC™ Impact Zone,
• enhanced support,stability, and cushioning.

“This the perfect second shoe for every climber, comfortable and built on the Anasazi last.  These slippers have been used to on-sight at 5.14, but perform great on everything from boulder problems to multi-pitch sport routes.”

• Stealth C4™ Soles seriously grip the rock,
• Side-exit heel seams,
• Triple pull-on loops,
• Slingshot heels.

‘Like putting little Ferraris on your feet when it's time to tackle overhangs and micro- edges, the Testarossa rock shoe from La Sportiva has an aggressively down-turned toe that's ready to tackle the toughest routes”.

• Has Hytrel-Anatomical Insert midsoles,
• Has an aggressive, down-turned toe and asymmetrical Last-shape that forces power to the toe for top performance,
• Vibram XS rubber soles reinforced by a dynamic slingshot heel band and tension rand,
• Has a Down-cambered toe platform and bi-lateral, variable stretch control,
• Has Lorica Fabric- which is water-repellent, breathable, and durable,
• The Dri-Lex tongue wicks moisture away, allowing your feet to breath and resists odors and mildew,
• Has a revolutionary Web-Rubber toe-top,
• An excellent choice for high-end sport and trad climbs.

La Sportiva Women's Mythos Climbing Shoe

Redesigned for better hot weather comfort, this female-specific Mythos offers all the same great fit and functionality of previous bestselling climbers, but now it has a highly breathable tongue and liner to keep you cool."

• The most comfortable climbing shoes,
• It excels at cracks,
• The unique lacing system locks your heel in place,
• Unlined design with breathable Dri-Lex tongue.

La Sportiva Men's Mythos Climbing Shoes

Whether you do sport climbing or a more traditional approach, the redesigned Mythos will have you doing it more comfortably than ever before."

• It is suitable for all kinds of rock,
• It has a proven Lacing System,
• Unlined leather upper
• Dri-Lex® tongue
• Slip lasted construction (RN25 last)
• replaced metal eyelets with cloth hooks,
• is cooler than previous versions.

Anasazi Slipper Climbing Shoe  

• It is the ideal shoe for bouldering and gym routes,
• Has Lined Cowduraä synthetic uppers,
• Includes a Power-Toe Designä for superb edging and gripping,
• Features the Stealth C4® Soles.

Five-Ten Galileo Women's Climbing Shoe  

“The Five Ten Galileo rock climbing shoes are stiff, have good support, and designed for high-performance climbs.  As one expert climber exclaimed, “Sticky rubber makes for sure-fire holds.  The Onyx rubber under this shoe is the next step in the arms race.”

• The Galileos are award-winning climbers,
• Has long-lasting Stealth® Onyx™ rubber outsole for extreme grip,
• The Uppers are made of Cowdura™, a strong and breathable synthetic material that doesn't stretch like leather,
• Fast-wrap closures for easy on/off,
• Padded split-tongue,
• The stiff, yet supportive upper is ideal for difficult multi-pitch climbs.

Men's UA Proto Speed Trainer from Under Armour  

“These are the ideal shoes for competitive race training.”

• These trainers maximizes straight-ahead speed,
• They are lined with Under Armour HeatGear® fabric featuring the Moisture Transport System, 
• The midsoles are designed with Directional Cushioning Engineering (DCE®), to give you the support, propulsion, and speed you need to reach your goal.

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