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Saucony Grid Sinister
Saucony Grid Sinister
Manufacturer: Saucony
Price: $90
Reviewed in: Oct 2007 Shoe Guide
Runner's World Awards: Best Debut
Average Reader Rating: 4.5 stars 4.3 stars (3 reviews)
Shoe Type: Performance Training
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Product
Product
A new release that receives high marks from the RW Shoe Lab, from wear-testers and from RW editors. While as-yet unproven over the long haul, the shoe represents a promising new addition to its category.
Runner's World Shoe Lab Test Results
Runner's World Awards: Best Debut


We Say: 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 Tester Reviews

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

Wear Tester Reviews
Average Reader Rating:4.5 stars 4.3 stars (3 reviews)

4 stars 4 stars
really nice shoe. very breathable flexes well, and very cushioned. plus, i went to the Saucony outlet store in my local mall, and got them for $40 dollars..
Submitted by: Robert, Riverhead, NY,

4 stars 4 stars
A little narrow in the forefoot, shoe behaves nicely. Heel to toe transition is good, but not great. Cushioning material under the forefoot is sparse therefore crushes out after not many miles..
Submitted by: Cloud Runner, Santa Fe NM,

4 stars 5 stars
Great shoe, & WOW on the looks. Light, responsive, & great feel...enjoy the miles & speed workouts...
Submitted by: alan, byron,
Specifications
Gender: Male
Shoe Type: Performance Training
Sizes: 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 14
Weight: 10 oz.
Essential Technology: Carbon-rubber outsole
Foot Biomechanics: Neutral

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