Saucony Type A8

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The Saucony Type A8 is a lightly cushioned racing shoe. Running the A8 is as close to running barefoot as I dare; these are fast, flat shoes probably best reserved for shorter races and speed work.  Technical Information At 12.3 ounces per pair in a men’s size 10, these puppies are light. Saucony accomplished this…

Triumph ISO 5 & Triumph 17

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Triumph ISO 5 Saucony’s Triumph ISO 5 (replaced by the Triumph 17 reviewed below) was the company’s premier neutral trainer and the final model of the Triumph to use the ISO Fit system. These durable, comfortable, and well-cushioned shoes are my go-to trainers for long runs. Technical Information The ISO Fit system essentially consists of…