Saucony has had an incredible start to 2017, and that has continued with the "Liberty Pack". The GRID 9000 is the chosen model this time around, being given two striking colour ups that have a real Spring feeling to them. First up we have the paler Light Tan edition, oozing American patriotism.
The shoe features a multitude of different materials in a variety of colours, all of impeccable quality. The base of the upper has been made using a lightly tan-coloured ripstop, identifiable by a slight grid pattern and visible predominantly on the toebox area. Overlaying that are large portions of premium perforated suede, coming in a similar light tan colour and creating a clean mudguard aruond the toe as well as offering support and breathability around the quarter and heel areas. Darker vachetta tan leather hits appear in a few areas, including on the incredible custom Saucony tab on the tongue, and red and navy denim chambray wrap around the heel to provide a patriotic feeling. Unbelievable execution from the three dots Boston brand.
Technology hasn't been lost on the shoe, either. In the heel, we see Saucony's patented GRID technology, standing for Ground Reaction Inertia Device. It is essentially woven Hytrel filaments that absorb impact experienced at the heel with each step, and deflect it through the EVA midsole to reduce its stress effects on the foot overall. That works in tandem with the descending sole shape, which provides a rolling-off-your-toes sensation with each step, to create one of the most comfortable sneakers available here at Attitude.
We also have a host of other Saucony Originals styles, including the GRID 8000, GRID 8500, DXN Trainer, Shadow 6000, G9 Shadow and Jazz Original.