by Larry Eder
Round 2 of the Kinvara TR continues with a familiar profile and performance, with a few tweaks and some new approaches. The midsole is the same, in profile, but the meat of it is a drop in element under the Strobel board which has been upgraded from ProGrid to PowerGrid, a more resilient foam that offers a livelier feel.
The outersole continues as before, a toothy profile of rubber with crescent shaped perforations through the sole revealing a rock plate to shield the foot, but the toe is now protected by a new up-swept bumper. The upper is a minimesh with an interior that is smooth, the tongue thinned of unnecessary material – gusseted for fit and keeping debris out, and a full-length web of Flexfilm overlays to support the foot. The Kinvara TR 2 delivers the original promise of its predecessor, and pushes performance to the next level.
Testers:
“Nice snug fit. Good contact with the ground, responsive feel, and has great grip. Totally at home on the trail.”
Performance Trail
Updates the Kinvara TR
Sizes: Men 7-13,14; Women 5-12
Weight: 8.4 oz. (men’s size 11); 6.9 oz. (women’s size 8)
Shape: semi-curved
Construction: Strobel slip-lasted
Recommended for: medium to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics
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