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We've recently published the damage Tested Top 7 Ranked Minimalist Running Shoes in line with the shoes availability nationwide. In the next couple weeks, some of the long awaited 2013 minimal shoes is going to be coming into the market accompanied by the rest in July or August timeframe. 2013 promises more lightweight cushioned minimal shoes nike mercurial calcetto but also some ultra-lightweight and bare-minimal athletic shoes like Merrell Vapor Glove and Mizuno Wave Universe 5.
Here's our annual prediction from the top seven minimalist running shoes for 2013 (in alphabetical order) based on early prototypes and test samples we've early use of.
Altra Zero Drop The ONE
Altra The ONE is a revolutionary lightweight racing shoe. Ideal for road running, The ONE is prepared for anything ' your next 5K or marathon. Having a perforated insole and drain holes in the midsole and outsole for quick water discharge, The main one conquers any weather. The A-Bound midsole allows for maximum responsive energy return while the outsole maps the bones of the foot for a natural f??lex.
Brooks Pure Drift
The Brooks Pure Drift is the lightest shoe in their collection and it is made to 'further amps in the runner's connection with the ground as well as their body'. This new shoe includes a natural fit, light mesh upper, and also the ability to configure the shoe from a 4mm offset to some zero offset (zero drop) while maintaining comfort.
Merrell Vapor Glove
Merrell Vapor Glove is Merrell's most minimal running scarpe calcio nike mercurial footwear, with only a 6mm stack height front and back - it does not get more minimal than this! There is also a Vibram rubber outsole, durable mesh upper and external TPU heel support.
Mizuno Wave Universe 5
'Built to be brilliant', the Mizuno Wave Universe 5 may be the lightest shoe within the wave universe to remove any barriers between you and a brilliant performance. U4ic midsole provides resiliency and a smooth ride in a fraction from the weight of traditional midsoles. The G3 sole has lightweight, superior traction, developing a pure connection to the floor.
Asics Minimus HI-REZ
Asics will prove to add to its barefoot-inspired Minimus collection with the introduction from the innovative Minimus HI-REZ road shoe. This shoe is made for the minimal runner searching for the most recent leading edge product to boost a hyper-real sensory running experience. The Minimus HI-REZ is made from 42 independent lightweight midsole pods mechanically bonded to some durable yet flexible fabric base that allows the shoe to move and flex in closer unison with the foot. The calcio nike magista midsole pods really are a high abrasion ground contact EVA that provides a powerful balance between durability and shock protection with a lot more outsole rubber post-applied in areas that need extra resilience and traction. Created using the NB Minimus Zero drop last that eliminates any height distinction between the heel and toe, both at 8mm, the shoe encourages a midfoot strike while an enhanced width enables a natural forefoot splay and yet only weighs in at approximately 4.3 ounces for a men's size 9.5.
SKORA Running PHASE
SKORA PHASE is constructed while using latest lamination techniques; having a minimal single-layer mesh upper and laminated reflective details. With an asymmetric lacing system, and a unique unibody IBR outsole, PHASE provides barely-there performance and light-weight responsiveness. Zero-drop, 8mm forefoot/heel stack height.
VIVOBAREFOOT One
Based on VIVOBAREFOOT, using the One, 'the ground has never felt so close using their thinner than ever before sole, enabling you to feel one using the road.' Thin, PU laminated upper on hex thin mesh to give structure and hold over the midfoot coupled with maximum breathability. The outsole is dependant on their On Road construction and it is 3mm thick - ultrathin soft, high abrasion rubber sole and patented, puncture-resistant layer. There's also a removable 3mm insole.
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