Triathlete.com Exclusive: 2011 Training Shoe Review

Saucony ProGrid Kinvara 2 ($90, Saucony.com)

Not too noticeably different from the original, the Kinvara 2 also falls into the almost oxymoronic category of “cushioned minimalism” that was enjoyed by our entire test team. The light-feeling, “free” Kinvara is almost spongy in its resilient yet stable ride. And with a tiny heel rise, it is almost a zero-drop shoe. It has a slightly narrow fit underfoot, although the wide toe box and expanding upper mesh makes it feel larger. And it’d be hard not to notice the fun colors of the open, highly breathable mesh uppers that give the Kinvara real curb appeal.

Toebox Fit: 3
Midfoot Fit: 2
Foot Hold: 2
Weight: 1
Heel-Toe Transition: 4
Response: 4
Stability: 2

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