Saucony Type A2 Review

A review by one of the owner of Saucony Type A2 ~ a fast and furious racer that can shave minutes of your run according to them.

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Review on INJINJI toe socks

"INJINJI socks - no more tube socks. PERIOD."

This is the 2nd time I put on a toe socks. The first time was a cheapalak one that was purchased at one of those shops at the mall. The experience wasnt good as I have difficulties putting it on especially aligning all my toes to the toe pockets of the socks. Eventually I gave up wearing it as I found it too cumbersome and time consuming. Wasting a lot of time just to wear a pair of toe socks.





Then lately I stumbled on INJINJI and I decided to bring the toe shocks into Malaysia. Before recommending and selling it to my customers, I myself have to try it our first to get a first hand experience. There are two version of the toe socks namely MICRO cut (ankle level) and MINI-CREW cut (above the ankle). I chooses the micro cut as I personally are more fond of wearing socks that are just a cut at or below my ankle.







To my surprise when I put the socks on, it was extremely easy. All I need is to align my toes correctly into the toe pockets and slip the socks onto my feet. Pull up the socks, make some minor adjustment and wah lah I have a pair of comfy socks wrapping my beloved feet. The feeling is like wearing a pair of glove versus wearing a pair of mittens. Walking around with it gave me the feeling that all my toes can move freely and not wrapped tightly as compare to a pair of tube socks.

Then I am off to my track workout for some speedwork. Throughout the workout, INJINJI wrapped around my feet comfortably. As this was a speed session, I dont feel any heat generated from the socks at all. Hence it reduces any form of friction that eventually can lead to blisters. The toe pockets actually played a very important role by shielding each single toe from rubbing against each other (eliminating skin contact) to prevent chafing that can lead to blisters (a very common problem with lots of runners). The socks also feels very light and gave me the feeling of running sockless. I will give INJINJI another test in a longer run like 20k and I believe it will pass with flying colors.





After my workout session, I believe INJINJI is the sock that I will using in all my future races.
NO MORE tube socks, PERIOD !!!!!

As I mentioned earlier, putting on and wearing INJINJI is not very difficult and is not time consuming, so triathletes you dont lose valuable time during your discipline transition if you uses INJINJI.


Testimonials

INJINJI had LANDED

I blogged about bringing the toe socks into Malaysia in June this year, and now it had finally LANDED !!!!

Just give me a call (019-3289083) or email me (cchoi_2020@yahoo.com) if you are interested to purchase.

You can also read a review done by someone who owns a pair of INJINJI.

Saucony Fastwitch 3 Review

A review done by one runner who owns a pair of Fastwitch 3.

Click here for a detail report on the review.

INJINJI ~ Toe Socks

I am bringing this brand of socks into Malaysia. What make it so different is instead of the normal tube socks that we normally wear, INJINJI is actually a toe sock which have protection on all our toes. This provide better comfort to our feet and also have the possibilities to eliminate blister problems on our toes.

The key design principal in the development of INJINJI was to create the best possible interface that allowed the entire foot to perform naturally and freely inside our shoes, just like being barefoot. Everything about the conventional tube sock works against your feet’s natural form and function. Consider the difference between gloves and mittens.

Click here for more details on the technology of INJINJI

Click here for the testimonials of INJINJI

I am testing the market here in Malaysia and hopefully our runners are eductated enuf to spend and invest a fair amount on a quality socks especilly to those who are into high performance sports like running an Ultra, an IronMan race, a full and half marathon and even in the triathlon races.

Do contact me (Choi) at cchoi_2020@yahoo.com or 0193289083 if you are interested to know more about INJINJI.

Saucony Progrid Guide

How It Fits

• Sizing: Standard running shoe length
• Heel: Narrow width
• Midfoot: Medium to full volume
• Forefoot: Medium
• Toe-Box height: Medium-low
• Arch structure: Medium height

Weight: 11.4 oz (size 9)

Product Lifecycle

• Release date: February 2008
• Discontinued: Unknown
• Heritage: Trigon 5 Guide

Pronation Control Technology

Designed for mild overpronation

• Midsole: Dual-density Impulse EVA
• Shape: Semi-curved
• Construction Last: Full-length strobel lasted HRC

Cushioning Technology

• Midsole: Full-length Impulse EVA for increased cushioning and durability
• Heel: ProGrid, SRC impact zone combine for great cushioning and shock dispersion
• Forefoot: SRC XTRA for added cushioning

Upper Materials

• Breathable mesh base, synthetic overlays for a secure fit, 360-degree reflectivity

Outsole Technology

• XT-900 carbpn rubber provides durability Full forefoot b/cR combines blown and carbon rubber

Retail Price: RM429.00
Net Selling Price: RM260.00

Saw-Kah-Nee

We always worried about what shoe or which pair of shoes to wear in the next race, not anymore........

The Progrid Guide gives you the incredible fit and ride, with just enough stability to keep the neutral and mild pronator runners thinking about everything but their shoes. Like work, school, vacations, dinners, guys, girls, parties or the next race.......

Runners2Runners Program

I am launching a program whereby I am recruiting runners as members to help promote and create greater awareness on Saucony running shoes within the running community. This program is called Runners2Runners Program. All appointed members of this program will be reference as “Saucony Shoe Ambassadors”.

For those interested to participate, please send an email to me (cchoi_2020@yahoo.com). Please include your personal contact number in your email. Upon receiving the email, I will give the interested party a call to further evaluate on whether they will be the right candidate for the program itself. Selection of the candidates will be based on certain criteria that will be highlighted during the discussion.

The key objective of this program is to promote the Saucony brand and also to offer another brand of running shoes to the running community itself, and hopefully coupled with value for money models. Lets get together and make the running community more vibrant, knowledgeable and last but not least helping each other in anyway we can.

Runners2Runners here we come !!!!

Signing off……

Choi Chik Choy

Saucony ProGrid Triumph 5

Triumph 5 is Runner's World "Best Shoe"

At the "Heroes of Running" award ceremony on Thursday night, Runners World UK awarded the Saucony ProGrid Triumph 5 the coveted title of Best Shoe. Seeing off the Mizuno Wave Rider and the Nike Pegasus, the Triumph took the award at the ceremony held at the Imperial War Museum in London. The event forms part of the London Marathon Exhibition. One of the judges, Runner's World Staff Writer, Elizabeth Hufton reported that the ProGrid cushioning in the Triumph 5 had been acknowledged by the testers as a significant component of the shoe's success. The ProGrid Triumph had previously been awarded "Editor's Choice" by the same magazine in their Spring 2008 shoe guide and also "Best Buy" in the Sunday Times "in Gear" section.

Source: Saucony UK

Saucony ProGrid Paramount

The Saucony ProGrid Paramount is designed for the runner with minimal to moderate over- pronation who's looking for a well- cushioned, flexible performance shoe that provides a superbly responsive ride. Innovative climate-control technology in the Paramount keeps feet drier and maintains ideal temperature for exceptionally comfortable runs time after time.

How It Fits

• Sizing: Standard running shoe length
• Heel: Narrow width
• Midfoot: Average volume
• Forefoot: Average width
• Toe-Box height: Low-to-average depth
• Arch height: Low-to-average height

Weight: 12.5 oz (size 9)

Pronation Control Technology

Designed for mild to moderate overpronation

• Midsole: Dual-density SSL EVA
• Shape: Semi-curved
• Construction Last: Full-length strobel lasted HRC

Cushioning Technology

• Midsole: Full-length ProGrid with Respon- Tek
• Heel: ProGrid with Respon-TEK and SRC impact zone dispersion
• Forefoot: ProGrid with Respon-TEK, Flexion Plate

Upper Materials

• Comfortemp breathable mesh maintains foot temperature, synthetic over-lays

Outsole Technology

• Blown rubber

Retail Price: RM700.00
Net Selling Price: RM430.00

Saucony ProGrid Triumph 5

The ProGrid Triumph 5 delivers the great combination of a plush cushioned feel with a responsive ride. Designed for neutral feet or supination, the multi-decoupled heel offers a smooth heel strike. A slightly lower midsole height reduces weight and offers a superb heel-to-toe transition.

How It Fits

• Sizing: Standard running shoe length
• Heel: Medium to narrow
• Mid-foot: Medium to full volume
• Forefoot: Medium width
• Toe-Box height: Medium
• Arch Structure: Medium

Weight: 11.5 oz (size 9)

Pronation Control Technology

Designed for neutral pronation & supination

• Midsole: Single-density SSL EVA. TPU midfoot shank.
• Shape: Semi-curved
• Construction Last: Full-length HRC strobel last

Cushioning Technology

• Midsole: SSL EVA
• Heel: SRC impact zone, ProGrid w/ RESPON-TEK
• Forefoot: ProGrid w/ RESPON-TEK

Upper Materials

• Arch-Lock midfoot support, moisture wicking linining, very breathable, open mesh.

Outsole Technology

• Heel: XT-900 carbon rubber
• Forefoot: Medial XT-600 carbon rubber, Lateral b/cR blown/carbon rubber

Retail Price: RM500.00
Net Selling Price: RM300.00

Saucony Type A2

Fast and Furious! The Grid Type A2 is a perfect racing flat for neutral or supinated foot motions. This super light, very flexible, red-hot shoe is designed to provide a smooth transition through your gait cycle. Perforated midsole reduces wieght and increase air flow and drainage. Suitable for use up to a half marathon.

How It Fits

• Sizing: Sizing: Fits large; purchase 1/2 size smaller than standard running shoe size
• Heel: Narrow width
• Midfoot: Medium to low volume
• Forefoot: Medium to narrow width
• Toe-Box height: Shallow
• Arch structure: medium height

Weight: 6.9 oz (size 9)

Product Lifecycle

• Release date: February 2008
• Discontinued: Unknown

Pronation Control Technology

Designed for neutral runners

• Midsole: Single-density SSL EVA
• Shape: Semi-curved
• Construction Last: Mesh strobel

Cushioning Technology

• Midsole: SSL EVA
• Heel: nothing added
• Forefoot: nothing added

Upper Materials

• Lightweight open breathable mesh base, synthetic overlays, 360-degree reflectivity

Outsole Technology

• XT-900 multi-piece pattern offers durability in a lightweight, flexible design.

Retail Price: RM420.00
Net Selling Price: RM260.00

Saucony Sinister

Designed for a neutral or supinated foot motion. Ideal for runners who seek a lightweight, hyper-flexible shoe. The innovative flexion plate in the Sinister is designed to naturally propel the runner through toe-off.

How It Fits

• Sizing: Standard running shoe length
• Heel: Narrow width
• Midfoot: Medium to low volume
• Forefoot: Medium to narrow width
• Toe-Box height: Medium to shallow
• Arch height: Average

Weight: 10.3 oz (size 9)

Pronation Control Technology

Designed for neutral runners and supinators

• Midsole:Single-density injected molded EVA.
• Shape: Semi-curved
• Construction Last: Full-length strobel lasted HRC.

Cushioning Technology

• Midsole: Full-length Flexion Plate and injected compression molded EVA for cushioning and durability.
• Heel: Grid cushioning system
• Forefoot: nothing added

Upper Materials

• Breathable mesh base. Synthetic overlays for a secure fit. 360-degree reflectivity.

Outsole Technology

• Multi-piece outsole for superior flexibility and weight reduction

Retail Price: RM470.00
Net Selling Price: RM280.00

Saucony Fastwitch 3

The Fastwitch 3 gets a new look and less weight. Improved durability is offered by the SSL EVA midsole. The Fastwitch 3 is suitable for any road racing distance and offers added support for over-pronation. A breathable Air mesh upper and Dri-lex upper rounds out this comfortable racer.

How It Fits

• Sizing: Standard running shoe length
• Heel: Medium width
• Midfoot: Medium to low volume
• Forefoot: Medium width
• Toe-Box height: Medium to shallow
• Arch structure: Medium height

Weight: 7.3 oz (size 9)

Product Lifecycle

• Release date: April 2008
• Discontinued: Unknown

Pronation Control Technology

Designed for mild to moderate overpronation

• Midsole: Dual-density SSL EVA
• Shape: Semi-curved
• Construction Last: Strobel

Cushioning Technology

• Midsole: SSL EVA
• Heel: Iconic Grid system
• Forefoot: nothing added

Upper Materials

• Breathable air-mesh base, synthetic overlays for a secure fit, 360-degree reflectivity

Outsole Technology

• XT-900 carbpn rubber for durability and EVA+ for weight reduction and great flexibility

Retail price: RM370.00
Net Selling Price: RM230.00

Saucony Fastwitch 2 ~ PROMOTION

Saucony Fastwitch 2 Speed
Running shoe built for the neutral to under-pronator who requires lightweight cushioning






















Saucony Fastwitch 2 Endurance
Running shoe built for the neutral to over-pronator who requires lightweight cushioning


General description

	Designed for efficient runners who perform shorter, faster-paced runs. The Fastwitch 2 provides the runner with an added advantage from tempo training to a 5K and to the marathon.
	Air mesh upper for lightweight breathability. Supportive overlays wrap the foot providing a snug, supportive fit.
	Ionic Grid Cushioning is molded polyurethane pillars which provide heel cushioning.
	Compression Molded EVA midsole slows the rate and controls the maximum angle of over-pronation.
	EVA midfoot support bridge keeps the foot neutral in the midfoot phase of the gait cycle.
	Low-profile carbon rubber outsole.
	8.10 oz.

Promotion Price: RM155.00

Contact: Choi (019-3289083) or cchoi_2020@yahoo.com

Note: Limited stock and made available on a first come first serve basis.

A date with the SINISTER

I had a date with the SINISTER this morning for a 6k run. While I always wanted to get a pair of light weight trainer cum racer for myself, I watched a video pre-launch of this shoe sometime in mid 2007. The video and the preview got me really excited about the SINISTER at that time.

As I was not in a hurry to get it and my pace is not as fast as I wanted, I can actually afford to wait for its customer release in USA sometime during the August time frame. It reaches the Malaysia soil sometime in Sept/Oct period and I decided to purchase it since the distributor that I am dealing with got the stock and is able to ship it down to KL.

Street price of the shoe is RM280 after discount and I would said this is a wonderful light weight trainer for me after today's workout. The color of metallic blue was also very striking and give me the roar of a light weight trainer cum racer. Weighing just a bit over 10 oz, the SINISTER is the ideal light weight trainer cum racer for me in running future 10ks and 21ks, and maybe taking it for a stroll in a 42k race!!!!

Although the shoe does not look too cushy, but once I ran in it I actual felt the solid cushioning as I landed on the tarmac. It gives me just the right cushioning for my run and just not add extra weight to it. With the introduction of Flexion Ride Technology, it actually gives me the lift off in a very much more responsive manner. The SINISTER also gives a good fit feeling and does not have too much unwanted space in between my feet and the shoe itself. That is actually extremely important for a light weight trainer cum racer to give one that good fit feeling and the responsive transition from the heel to toe. I will definitely take the shoe out for a longer run (20k) to test out how it perform and its responsiveness when I am on the road longer. But I have this confidence that it will still pass with flying colors.

Overall I am very happy with the SINISTER and will dare to make recommendation to anyone out there who is on the lookout for a new pair of light weight trainer cum racer.

Technology writeups
Introduction Flexion Ride Technology from Saucony. Sinister, a lightweight training shoe, incorporates a flexion plate to naturally propel runners onto their forefoot. The Sinister combines a great fit and responsive cushioning for a more efficient running gait. The injection molded EVA provides shock attenuation, responsive cushioning and durability. The visible rearfoot grid system provides superior cushioning and stability by centering the heel on impact. Breathable, moisture wicking, anti-odor and anti-microbial Ortholite® insole provides improved step-in comfort with rebound properties. The HRC Strobel board increases cushioning and step-in comfort.


Runner's World BEST DEBUT: Saucony Grid Sinister
RW: The new Sinister features a full-length plastic plate in the midsole that provides a smooth transition from heel-strike to toe-off. This design helps move you through the gait cycle more quickly for a more efficient toe-off. The plate and the durable carbon-rubber outsole makes the shoe firm, but the Sinister is not as stiff as you would expect, according to RW Shoe Lab tests. We recommend the Sinister as a racing shoe or trainer for efficient, average-weight runners.
Wear-testers Say: "Just enough cushioning for long runs but not so much that it added weight or bulk." --Cristen Miller, 24, Allentown
"The best tempo shoe I've ever worn." --Jose Brown, 50, East Lansing

Widths: Standard
Weight: 10.4 oz (M) 8.9 oz (W)
Contact: 800-365-4933; www.saucony.com

Special Promotion - Saucony Grid Omni 4

Saucony Grid Omni 4 Moderate (Mens Model)

Retail Price: RM299.00

Promotion Price: RM139.00

	Running shoe built for the moderate over-pronator who requires a combination of cushioning and enhanced stability.
	Awarded the prestigious Runner's World "Best Update" for June 2004, the Grid Omni 4 sports a supportive heel strike with a flexible and responsive forefoot and is available in varying degrees of stability.
	Moderate Stability uses a responsive EVA base with a firm, stabilizing 2nd density post to provide a light, flexible and stable ride.
	Multiple density compression molded EVA midsole provides cushioning and comfort.
	Uni-Directional Mesh in the heel area of the collar lining to prevent heel slippage.
	Blown, XT-900 and XT-1200 Carbon Rubber Outsole for increased durability and lightweight flexibility.
	Open-weave mesh for increased breathability.
	3M reflective material for night visibility.
	Visible Grid System provides superior cushioning and stability by centering the heel on impact.
	Forefoot HRC (High Rebound Compound) provides cushioning through the later stages of the gait cycle.
	Midfoot Support Bridge keeps the foot neutral in the midfoot phase of the gait cycle.
	Designed for mild to moderate over-pronators.
	Shoe weighs 11.8 oz.