A new, better-fitting seamless upper for this firm, durably-cushioned staple of the big-guy and big-girl market. It’s not forrunners with stability problems, but the polyurethane midsole and Max Airrear- and forefoot cushioning is designed
Weight 368gEvaluation The women-only Ryka brand appeared in the UK in 2001, and the Perpetua completed the trio of models that maked up its initial range. Unusually for a modest brand whose main focus is on fit, Ryka has packed the Perpetua
? Partly because of their fit. The last which Ryka shoes are built on creates a narrow, snug heel and a broad forefoot, which suits many female runners.Ryka shoes have always had good stability, another factor which is often even more important for women
Weight 362gEvaluation The Gel Creed replaces the Gel Zeta, which weartesters really warmed to over the last year. At first, the Zeta didnt seem to offer much over the £70 2070, beyond newer technology, but its added protection and better fit
Weight 333gEvaluation In among some indifferent models, Fila has some genuinely impressive shoes. One of its best is the £55, 304g performance trainer called the Flow – and the new FGT1000 sits alongside this shoe in fit and feel. The FGT1000
, as well as its cushioning and stability. Several testers remarked that it had a much better fit than the previous model, the Trance NXG.In short The Trance has become better with each incarnation, and with this – the third – version Brooks has an excellent
. Testers really liked the Triumph's fit. A narrow heel and a roomy forefoot meant that most found the shoe comfortable. Female runners in particular were impressed. Allied to its smooth heel-to-toe transition and the responsive ride, the fit of the Triumph
's certainly one of the most stable performance shoes available. The post is helped by a low-profile heel and NB's N-Lock lacing system - the N on the side locks the arch in through the laces for a tighter fit. The midsole is made from the firm's new
Mizuno substantially upgraded the Wave Rider last summer and ended up with a fantastic shoe. Wisely, it has changed little on the Rider other than the upper materials. That said, by using a lighter, more breathable mesh, the Rider's fit now feels
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