Adidas Climacool are SOOOO COOL!

    So I know that last week I was totally pumped about the Asics GEL-Kayano 17 but I've been giving it some thought ... and I've changed my mind.  Although the GEL-Kayano17 is a fabulous shoe it's not the shoe for me.  
    When I run I do what is called forward running.  Essentially, I run toe-to-heel instead of the traditional heel-to-toe that most people do.  This technique is supposed to emulate the natural style of running humans are born with.  This is supposedly how we ran in ancient times when we had no shoes, "barefoot" running.  With forward running a runner uses their legs as springs that absorb the shock of hitting the ground.  A runner who implements forward running in their stride is able to run faster, harder, longer, and ends up toning their calves so they look awesome.  Below is a video of a runner demonstrating "barefoot" running; here you can see the toe-to-heel forward running technique.

    What does how I run have to do with the Asics GEL-Kayano 17 you may ask....Well, the Asics GEL-Kayano 17 has tons of cushioning and a significant rise under the heel as most running shoes.  Although all the fancy stuff that I talked about in earlier post is great, these fancy features actually tend to get in the way of runners who do forward or "barefoot" running.  This is why I am changing my vote to the Adidas CLIMACOOL Ride; which is SOOOO COOL!

My New Favorite Shoe

    The Adidas CLIMACOOL Ride is actually a minimalist shoe.  Even though it looks like a typical running shoe the amazing part is the technology within.  The CLIMACOOL Ride has a significantly lower drop between heel and toe allowing for a more barefoot feeling when running; this is what makes it a minimalist shoe.  There is still a large portion of cushion on the bottom though to protect a runners foot from rocks and rough trails.  The out-sole is made with Injected EVA tooling allowing for maximum flexibility and breathability. 

    Breathability is a main feature on the Adidas CLIMACOOL Ride.  A perforated sock-liner and a non-woven material constructing the upper allow for 360 degree ventilation.  These features actually decreases the inner-shoe temperature by 12 percent during running.  In addition, 50 percent less sweat develops in shoes and socks cutting down on foot injury and disease caused by high moisture and temperature levels.  As a runner who know what it is like to run 8 miles and have hot sweaty feet, 360 degree ventilation sounds freaking AWESOME!!!
    Pretty much the Adidas CLIMACOOL Ride is AMAZING!!!  I already have my order in for a pair of neon green and black ones...PIMP!  I am so excited and can not wait to see how a minimalist shoe helps my forward running.  Trust me you will hear back soon about my cool new shoes and how cool my forward feet feel in them.  

Happy Trails :)