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BP-1 Last |
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In 2000, Brooks introduced the BP-1 last to take fit and performance to another level. The BP-1 is the only last that has an anatomically designed toe spring that follows the natural angles in your foot. For the majority of runners with a medium to high arch, this semi-straight last features a wider toe box that gives the toes the room they need, and flex grooves positioned in line with the metatarsals for a biomechanically sound toe-off. These great, overall fit characteristics may be the best in the industry. |
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BMC-1 Last |
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The Brooks BMC straight last has become a standard for many runners. The straight configuration provides an incredibly stable platform for improving the pressure path, particularly for moderate to severe overpronators. The BMC last makes it possible to provide a foot bed that is more broad, stable, and capable of accommodating custom orthotics. |
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BR-1 Last |
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The Brooks BR-1 last is a curved last, upon which we make our most lightweight, neutral shoes for the faster runner that is more biomechanically efficient. It is tailored to provide a glove-like fit from heel to toe for the medium to high arch profile. |
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Hydroflow |
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Hydroflow Brooks' patented, silicon-based system is the most unique and effective cushioning system ever applied to a running shoe. Its fluid-filled center chamber dampens shock at impact and dynamically disperses fluid at a controlled rate around the heel-cushioning, stabilizing and rebounding on every stride. Plus, it's engineered to never wear out. |
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Substance 257 |
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Substance 257 Brooks unique midsole compound is formulated to resist compression and rebound more quickly after impact then standard EVA's used in other brands. S257 has been tested to be 15% more durable then EVA which means your 400th mile has the same great ride as your first. |
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Heel Strike Pod |
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As the heel impacts, the precise angle and bevel of the Brooks heel strike Pod sets the heel up in a neutral position to assure that the heel strike alone does not create undesired lateral motion, especially increased rate of pronation. The crumple zone releases the lateral side of the midsole which allows the foot to remain balanced as it phases into the pressure path. Most of our heel strike pods have HPR, a super-durable rubber compound developed specifically by Brooks for longer wear. |
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Diagonal Rollbar |
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When the foot comes in contact with the ground, it has a natural tendency to roll inward or pronate. While some pronation is good, excessive pronation can lead to serious injury. To help control this movement, we developed the Diagonal Roll Bar or DRB. This patented, wedge-shaped piece of high density foam is positioned on the medial side of the midsole to reduce the rate and speed of pronation. Just after heel strike, the DRB works in concert with the crumple zones and cushioning system to guide the foot through its optimal pressure path. |
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DRB Accel |
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Brooks developed the DRB Accel to promote natural movement between the heel and forefoot. This component utilizes varying durometers of thermoplastics which provide the torsional midfoot support runners need. |
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Podular Technology |
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Brooks' patented Podular Midsole/Outsole configurations, MC-Pod, Stable-Pod, Hyper-Pod and Cush-Pod, are engineered to specifically meet the different types of runners' functional needs.
By anatomically engineering a system of "pods" into the midsole and outsole around biomechanically correct flex grooves it enables the shoe to bend and flex more naturally while still supporting the foot at its most critical points. |
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Lateral Flex Grooves |
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On the lateral side, crumple zones are incorporated in the midsole both in the heel and forefoot sections to allow the shoe to release as the foot strikes from heel to toe. In addition, the outsole edges are tuned and beveled to avoid undesirable levers from being created that would push the foot medially and off its optimal pressure path. |
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Forefoot Cushioning |
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Hydroflow, the same dynamic fluid cushioning system is applied to the forefoot in the shape of the metatarsals to protect and provide a resilient and stable base from which to push off during the propulsion phase. |
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