After The Revolution: Fall 2012 Running Shoe Review 
What Shalane Flanagan Can’t Run Without
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- Fall 2012 Running Shoe Review
- adidas Adipure Motion, $110
- adidas AdiZero Feather 2, $115
- Altra Instinct/Intuition 1.5, $100
- ASICS GEL-Lyte 33, $100
- Avia Avi-Bolt 4, $100
- Brooks Ghost 5, $110
- Brooks Glycerin 10, $140
- Hoka Stinson Tarmac, $170
- Inov-8 Road-X 233, $120
- Karhu Fast 3, $135
- K-Swiss Kwicky Blade-Light, $135
- Mizuno Wave Precision 13, $110
- New Balance 870 v2, $110
- New Balance 1600, $110
- Newton Gravity, $175
- Nike LunarGlide 4, $110
- Nike Air Pegasus+ 29, $100
- Pearl Izumi Kissaki 2, $130
- Puma Faas 350, $85
- Reebok RealFlex Flight, $110
- Saucony Ride 5, $110
- Saucony Omni 11, $120
- Scott MK4, $130
- Scott T2c LTD, $120
- Skechers GObionic, $90
- Under Armour Spine RPM, $100
- Zoot Kiawe, $120
Avia Avi-Bolt 4, $100
8.5 oz.; 7.3 oz.
Fit: Sleek and snug as you might expect from a neutral cushioned racing shoe, the Avi-Bolt IV gives reliable foot hold from heel to toe. The upper is comprised of an interior air mesh wrapped by a breathable microfiber shell, a system which is sufficiently snugged together with a quick-lace system.
Feel: Even though this is a midweight racing flat, it has enough cushioning and support to be an everyday trainer for many runners. It strikes a good balance between being soft and firm, offering enough comfort in every foot strike while being firm enough to provide quick-cadence responsiveness deep into a long run or race.
Ride: Soft and supple in the heel (thanks to a second layer of foam in the heel crash pad) and very flexible in the forefoot, the Avi-Bolt IV serves up a consistent ride with a touch of support and stability.
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