Sole Unit Design

The sole unit will suit those who run either with a heel or midfoot strike due to its 6mm drop from heel to toe and fairly large stack height of 35mm at the heel and 29mm at the forefoot. As well as that DNA Flash foam, there’s also a hardened EVA that forms the rock plate. This not only blocks out sharp stuff on the trail but also contributes to the slight stiffness of the sole unit.

The outsole features Brooks’s sticky and slightly soft TrailTak rubber with 3.5mm lugs. It’s not the most aggressive of treads out there then but enough to grip on moderate trails.

As you can see, there’s a slight curve at the forefoot, giving a slight forward rock and contributing to the fast feel.

The Upper

The upper has a simple look and feel to it, mainly featuring just a breathable mesh with TPU overlays at the base and around the toes to protect the fabric. Also at the base, there are narrow slits to allow drainage.

The tongue is lightly padded and is gusseted, with its sides attaching to the midsole to give a protective, wraparound fit. There’s a little elastic pocket at the top of the tongue where you can tuck away excess lacing and you also get a little Velcro-fastened tab on the heel so you can attach a gaiter.