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Etonic Jepara 2
Etonic Jepara 2
Manufacturer: Etonic
Price: $100
Reviewed in: Mar 2008 Shoe Guide
Shoe Type: Stability
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Runner's World Shoe Lab Test Results
Cushioning:
Cushioning rating: 4 out of 5
Flexibility:
Flexibility rating: 2 out of 5
Responsiveness:
Responsiveness rating: 2 out of 5
Runner's World Shoe Lab Test Results
The updated Jepara has a new upper that wraps the midfoot with nylon bands to provide a more snug fit. Etonic added pieces of stretchy material to the widest part of the forefoot, giving it more room. Our testers were mixed on their reviews of this new design. Some appreciated the added room, while others felt the Jepara was too wide. RW Shoe Lab tests found the shoe to be soft overall but stiff in the forefoot. Recommended for heavier runners who first see outsole wear under the heel.
Wear Tester Reviews
"The shoe was stable but felt a little bulky." --Meredith Longo, 27, Allentown

"The heel had good cushioning." --Kate Reesman, 31, East Lansing

"I liked how the shoe molded to my foot, yet remained comfortable even on my longest runs." --Ernie Mendez, 50, East Lansing

"This was a comfortable shoe with good support." --Brooke Koning, 24, Allentown

"As a heavier person I would have like a bit more cushion." --Mary Cardosa, 50, Allentown
Specifications
Gender: Female
Shoe Type: Stability
Sizes: 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 11
Widths: A,B,D
Weight: 12 oz.
Foot Biomechanics: Overpronation

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