The Blade-Light Run is a fantastic neutral shoe for runners looking for a lightweight, responsive running shoe. Good flexibility is provided by the Blade-Light design and the K-Eva midsole offers plenty of impact protection so that the Blade-Light Run may be used for daily training, tempo runs, or racing.

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Weight: 9.3 oz (size 9)

Stack Height: Heel (27mm), Forefoot (16mm)

How It Fits (based on width D) Width D=Medium

Sizing: Standard running shoe length
Heel: Medium to narrow
Midfoot: Low volume
Forefoot: Medium width
Toe-Box height: Low
Arch Structure: Medium height

Product Lifecycle

Release date: March 2011 (new color), model release date July 2010
Model discontinued: Unknown

INTRODUCTION

K-Swiss' Blade-Light Run is a minimum feature, moderate neutral shoe designed speedwork, racing and daily training. It is built with a semi-curved shape.

CUSHIONING

GuideGlide is a full length composite foam layered in between the midsole and the upper for underfoot cushioning.

MIDSOLE

K-EVA is a full length blend of EVA engineered to enhance cushioning and durability of the midsole.
Blade-Light is full length K-EVA shaped in "blades" that are aligned to the angle of impact and is designed for a flexible ride.

UPPER

Open Mesh covers the entire upper and allows moisture and heat to escape from within the shoe.
Flow Cool is located at the heel and toe and are perforations in the synthetic material designed for moisture management.
Five Stripe Overlays are used at the medial and lateral sides of the upper and are designed to keep the upper snug to the foot.
Drainage holes are located along the center of the midsole and are intended for water drainage.
K-EVA Sockliner is engineered for additional cushioning.
Superfoam Last is a full length strobel last composed of Superfoam for increased cushioning.

OUTSOLE

Aosta II is utilized at the heel and is a high density rubber designed for outsole longevity.
Blade-Light is full length K-EVA shaped in "blades" that are aligned to the angle of impact and is designed for a flexible ride.

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