Whats new Brooks Spring 10
This season brooks starts to gradually say goodbye to their old friend “hydroflow” (their proprietary cushioning component). They are replacing it in the Glycerin 8 with a new material they have developed that they are calling “DNA”. DNA is touted as an adaptable cushioning material which will adapt based upon the weight and speed of the individual runner to give the optimal cushion and energy return. I think their plans are to gradually introduce it into more shoes in their line-up over the next couple years. Pretty much all of the Brooks product changes are dated 1/1/10…… on to the shoes………much of this report I will copy directly from Brooks’ primer for this season and will save myself lots of time on this keyboard!
Glycerin 8 price increases to $130 will be offered in 3 widths for mens and womens, narrows, mediums and wides. Will have the profile sockliner and as stated above will introduce DNA and will retain the full length bio-mogo midsole. Mens 12.6 oz, womens 10.3 oz
From primer:Maintained: Universal sprung platform - length, width, volume, toe spring & fit Outsole Compound and Pod Placement - Flexalon rubber in forefoot offers soft but resilient ride and placement of outsole pods, flex groove location and depth, lug pattern, toe spring and ground contact all maintained Stacked midsole – both heel and forefoot stacked with full-length BioMogo Improved: DNA - adaptable cushioning that tunes the cushioning & resiliency of the ride to each and every runner’s size and speed Midfoot Wrap – uppers constructed with medial & lateral TPU saddle that articulates, confirms and secures the foot in place In-shoe Feel – updated with the new Profile Sockliner offering a better heel cup feel, sensation of arch support & more cushioned and resilient underfoot feel. Inherent Stability decoupled lateral sidewall - offers more lateral release allowing for a smoother and more compliant laydown wider base nets – increased widths of the heel and forefoot provide a more stable platform DRB Accel – one piece provides additional torsional rigidity to the midfoot while allowing a smoother heel to toe transition
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Ghost 2 color up 1/1/10 mens red womens limeade!
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Defyance 3 (new) based on adrenaline 9 (as you know this is basically a “non-posted” adrenaline) will be offered in 3 widths for men and women narrow, medium and wide
From their primer: Maintained: Formula – it is the Adrenaline GTS 9 sans the PDRB & board Tried & True Fit – Signature midfoot wrap & forefoot capture; forgiving met head windows Widths – Men’s D, B & 2E; Women’s B, 2A & D Improved: Underfoot Feel – upgraded to 6mm Engage Sockliner providing more underfoot cushioning and resiliency along with a more contoured shape that mirrors the shape of the foot
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No changes to Dyad 5 or Summon or Infiniti 2
Ravenna gets a color up 1/1/10 womens gray/purple and mens navy/yellow. Ravenna is doing really well thus far! People are really liking this new shoe
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Switch 3 $85 msrp available 1/1/10 good value shoe
From Primer:Maintained: DRB – size, position, placement, orientation, angle, material & density Universal Sprung Platform – length, width, volume, toe spring & fit Outsole/DRB Accel – outsole tread pattern, lug placement, flex groove depth & orientation and two-piece midfoot TPU Improved: Medial Upper Fit – strategic placement of mudguard conforms to medial side of foot and offers exceptional fit Lateral Heel – optimized heel bevel angle and lateral orientation along with flex grooves to increase crumple providing more compliant laydown and nicely setting the foot up through midstance Design – faster more athletic upper design coupled with more technical midsole sidewall details increase appealmens
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Trance 9 color up 1/1/10 mens gray/yellow womens gray and light green
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Adrenaline 10 stays $105 early delivery for some stores 11/1/09 with “official” release 1/1/10 toe box is opened up slightly and midfoot area is more stable in the upper with more secure midfoot wrap medially (upper is now asymmetrical with differences on medial vs lateral side) new profile sockliner still available in 4 widths for men and women narrow through extra wide. 3 colors includes an all black (only 1 color in widths)
From Primer:Maintained: PDRB – size, position, placement, orientation, angle, material & density Footprint & Outsole – forefoot pod placement, flex groove location and depth, lug pattern and ground contact Universal Last – length, width, volume, toe spring & fit Improved: Midfoot Wrap – asymmetrical upper design, medial saddle filled-in to improve wrap and midfoot capture Crash Pad – increased heel bevel angle, oriented more laterally and increased decoupling to create more compliant laydown and improve transition from mid-stance to toe off In-Shoe Feel – updated with the Profile Sockliner offering better heel cup, sensation of arc support and more cushioned & resilient underfoot feel
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Addiction 9 not available til 5/1/10 no price change, they never seem to make big changes to this “no frills” motion control icon. Addiction year in and year out is our number one selling motion control shoe. The new shoe’s upper will be a little more supportive medially than current version.
From PrimerMaintained: PDRB – size position, placement, orientation, angle, material & density Outsole – one piece outsole can easily be removed for modifications with lugs & flex groove placement kept constant Linear Platform – length, width, volume, toe spring & fit Improved: Midfoot Capture – TPU and embroidery stitching reinforce midfoot and provide additional security Design – updated, more flowing and more modern upper design aestheticsmens
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Cascadia 5 2/1/10 again not gonna be a lot different than current model but lacing will be a little flatter and lay down better. New upper design should be a little more breathable in forefoot. As always some loud colors in this shoe, they really stand out on the shoe wall!
From Primer:Maintained: Pivots – medial & lateral rearfoot pivots along with lateral forefoot pivot keep the foot balanced on uneven terrain Outsole – one piece outsole with aggressive & multi-directional lug pattern Materials – synthetic suede & air mesh combine to provide in-shoe plushness and comfortable fit that goes the distance while hydrophobic foams in collar lining keep the shoe light when wet Improved: Midfoot Capture – TPU and embroidery stitching reinforce midfoot and provide additional security Laces – new laces stay tied better when wet or dry Dual Mesh Packages – more open & breathable mesh in quarter panel speaks to water-in/water-out functionalitymens
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No changes to Adernaline ASR or to kids shoes or walking shoes
Green Silence debuts 2/1/10 msrp $100 and is a neutral 6.9 oz racing flat that is environmentally friendly. This eco-statement shoe features a sustainable element in each and every part of the shoe. It is a more simple running shoe with about half as many components as in comparable shoes.
From Primer: 75% post-consumer recycled shoe materials 100% recycled packaging 100% post consumer recycled shoe laces Water-based adhesives used throughout All dyes and colorants are non-toxic ½ as many parts as comparable shoes, which saves oil & energy
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Wire 1/1/10 msrp $100a new premier distance/mid-distance spike weighing in at only 4.8 oz
From Primer: Sock-like Upper – glove-like fit with no irritation points Spike Plate – less aggressive spike plate provides the confidence to tackle any distance from 800m to 10,000m and its made from environmentally friendly Pebax Rnew Lightweight – just 4.8 ounces!
images of all shoes will be added as soon