Puma Ignite Ultimate
Brooks Caldera 2
Asics Gel Fujilyte
Asics Gel-Flux 5
New Balance Summit Unknown
Under Armour Highlight Delta
REVIEW FACTS OutsoleThe Under Armour Highlight Delta’s outsole is solidly built with ample amounts of rubber in order to cover high impact zones and offer great durability. The rubber is a mixture of hard and blown rubber and improves the traction of the shoe and protects the midsole, all while keeping the overall weight at a minimum. The outsole also contains deep grooves in the rubber that are meant to improve the overall flexibility of…
Treksta Mega Wave
REVIEW FACTS Outsole Treksta used a Hypergrip HGL 2-part construction for the Mega Wave’s outsole. This design results in a more subdued tread pattern that works well on roads and well-worn trails. Unfortunately, the lack of significant treading causes these shoes to provide a poorer grip on sand or other loose terrains. Exposed portions of hard foam around the midsole is packed with rubber in order to emphasize key impact zones of the sole while…
Nike Air Max 2017
REVIEW FACTS OutsoleJust like the past couple years’ models, this version has a completely rubberized outsole. This makes for a highly protected sole of the foot and keeps the runner from feeling any minor changes in the terrain. Because the airbag above the outsole runs the full length of the shoe, the rubberized outsole also offers protection against puncture to this feature. MidsoleThe inner sleeve of these running shoes offers an amazing fit. Because the…
Newton Gravity V
REVIEW FACTS OutsoleThe outsole of this shoe is unique in that it uses EVA material that is usually reserved for the midsole to add extra cushioning and comfort to the outsole. This EVA material along the outsole of the shoe adds a responsiveness that is unique to the Gravity V. In addition to this, the outsole of the shoe also utilized Newton’s patented S.H.A.R.C (super high abrasion rubber). This material is designed to hold up…