Highly Recommended by Whom You Know: Spira Stinger Competition Racing Flat (SRR 201) Kicks Off Our Coverage of See Manhattan on Your Feet for Men
We know Manhattan has more women than men, and maybe some day the men will catch up! In any event, they have a good head start if they are sporting the fabulously innovative Spira Stinger Competition Racing Flat (SRR 201). You will remember Peachy Deegan herself raving about the women's version (for that click here) Now we feature the men's version!
Peachy however cannot test men's sneakers herself of course so we have enlisted some of the sharpest, quickest (both mentally and physically) men we know to try these out. Our men's panel is composed of both ex-professional athletes and is international in nature as our readers are from all over the world of course, and the world comes together in Manhattan. This is the first men's shoe we have featured in See Manhattan on Your Feet and we chose it specifically because we wanted to start with a clear-cut winner.
The Stinger is a high performance road racing flat with an exceptional amount of cushioning for such a light weight shoe (8 ounces in a men’s size 9). If you wanted to fly like the wind in these, you could. The fit is amazing and the durability is outstanding! Never before has the men's panel tried a sneaker with springs and we are wondering why it took us so long to put a proper spring in our step. If you are among those that are working out as a New Year's Resolution these racing flats are for you!
The uniquely designed forefoot WaveSprings provides a high level of responsiveness and protection against fatigue normally associated with light weight racing shoes. It combines a level of cushioning and responsiveness that is difficult to achieve for a shoe in this weight category. The patented WaveSprings are located in the forefoot and heel for maximum impact absorption and energy efficiency for optimum racing performance. These shoes are engineered for the most competitive men in Manhattan and in them, your competition will be eating your dust.
This Stinger Competition is designed for road racing distances ranging from 5K to the Marathon. It is recommended for biomechanically efficient runners who want a responsive light weight performance racing shoe that provides exceptional cushioning and protection against fatigue and shock related problems. It is built on a curved last with a slip lasted construction required to provide the glove like fit needed for elite runners who race seriously.
The WaveSpring cushioning system is located in the forefoot and heel. This tri-spring design provides the maximum amount of energy efficiency due in part to there anatomical positioning under the metatarsals heads and heel. This results in a highly responsive yet extremely well cushioned shoe that is ideal for maximizing racing performance and reducing fatigue. The two independent forefoot and single heel WaveSprings are low profile, light weight springs made of stainless steel to maximize cushioning without compromising low profile, light weight features found in high end racing flats.
The midsole/outsole of the Stinger is a 2 piece injection molded EVA incorporating dual WaveSprings in the forefoot and a single WaveSpring in the heel. Injection molded EVA provides the best resiliency available in a foam material. This type of EVA works ideally with the WaveSprings to further improve cushioning and resiliency. Light weight TPR inserts in the heel and forefoot are designed to minimize weight. Average durability expectancy is 100 miles or 60 kilometers depending on individual running style. The forefoot openings are sealed with a clear window to prevent moisture and dirt from getting into the springs. Air is evacuated out the openings in the heel providing maximum cushioning and spring response in the forefoot.
The upper of the Stinger is made of a breathable open air mesh that provides maximum breathabililty, comfort and fit in a minimal light weight package. Both the medial and lateral arch and instep are supported by molded support straps that are tied into the lacing system. This improves midfoot support and resists stretching without interfering with the breathable properties and comfort provided by the mesh vamp. The slip lasted construction provides a glove like fit that feels secure and comfortable as required in a distance racing flat. Whom You Know highly recommends the Spira Stinger Competition Racing Flat! It is also quite the color-appropriate Valentine's Day gift. We love love love Spira!!!!
This Stinger Competition is designed for road racing distances ranging from 5K to the Marathon. It is recommended for biomechanically efficient runners who want a responsive light weight performance racing shoe that provides exceptional cushioning and protection against fatigue and shock related problems. It is built on a curved last with a slip lasted construction required to provide the glove like fit needed for elite runners who race seriously.
The WaveSpring cushioning system is located in the forefoot and heel. This tri-spring design provides the maximum amount of energy efficiency due in part to there anatomical positioning under the metatarsals heads and heel. This results in a highly responsive yet extremely well cushioned shoe that is ideal for maximizing racing performance and reducing fatigue. The two independent forefoot and single heel WaveSprings are low profile, light weight springs made of stainless steel to maximize cushioning without compromising low profile, light weight features found in high end racing flats.
The midsole/outsole of the Stinger is a 2 piece injection molded EVA incorporating dual WaveSprings in the forefoot and a single WaveSpring in the heel. Injection molded EVA provides the best resiliency available in a foam material. This type of EVA works ideally with the WaveSprings to further improve cushioning and resiliency. Light weight TPR inserts in the heel and forefoot are designed to minimize weight. Average durability expectancy is 100 miles or 60 kilometers depending on individual running style. The forefoot openings are sealed with a clear window to prevent moisture and dirt from getting into the springs. Air is evacuated out the openings in the heel providing maximum cushioning and spring response in the forefoot.
The upper of the Stinger is made of a breathable open air mesh that provides maximum breathabililty, comfort and fit in a minimal light weight package. Both the medial and lateral arch and instep are supported by molded support straps that are tied into the lacing system. This improves midfoot support and resists stretching without interfering with the breathable properties and comfort provided by the mesh vamp. The slip lasted construction provides a glove like fit that feels secure and comfortable as required in a distance racing flat. Whom You Know highly recommends the Spira Stinger Competition Racing Flat! It is also quite the color-appropriate Valentine's Day gift. We love love love Spira!!!!
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NOTE: This is a high performance racing flat and it is only designed to last approximately 100 miles. It is not a daily trainer.
Men's Color: Red / White (SRR 201)
Men's Sizes: 7-12
NOTE: This is a high performance racing flat and it is only designed to last approximately 100 miles. It is not a daily trainer.
Men's Color: Red / White (SRR 201)
Men's Sizes: 7-12
