Saucony Kinvara 3: Sneak Peak
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We just received the much-anticipated Saucony Kinvara 3 road shoe, and will get running right away. But while we’re testing, we thought we’d give you a preview of what’s new about the Kinvara 3, and the elements of the shoe that Saucony hopes will yield another award-winner. The reduced weight and technical improvements strive to deliver a more natural rolling movement from heel to toe.
- Release Date: April 26, 2012
- Weight: 7.7oz men’s / 6.7oz women’s
- Heel-Toe Differential (Drop): 4mm
Lighter, flexible, and more durable, the key technical differences between the Kinvara 2 and the Kinvara 3 are:
- improved the design of the EVA pods in forefoot
- added rubber to small areas of the forefoot and lateral midfoot
- removed rubber from medial heel area
- decoupled the heel (see two breaks in the black lateral heel area)
- beveled the heel
- added FlexFilm for lightweight stabilizing of the foot
- reduced thickness and weight of upper layers
- improved Hydramax lining
Stay tuned, we’ll let you know shortly how they perform in the field! For more info on the Kinvara 3 and other Saucony footwear, visit www.saucony.com or www.amazon.com/saucony.
Features
- Neutral, cushioned design
- Average weight: 190grams (6.7oz)
- FlexFilm™ upper material enhances flex characteristics
- ProGrid heel cushioning for comfort and response
- HydraMAX plush collar lining wicks moisture away from the skin
- 4mm heel-to-toe drop
- Memory foam heel pods cushion and provide a snug fit
- High-abrasion EVA for durability
- XT-900 rubber sole for solid traction
- Triangular lug design for more durability
