Saucony Type A8

One of the most acclaimed sagas, and one of the most seen on the feet of triathlon lovers, is the Type from Saucony, which reaches its eighth edition with very notable changes. In fact, the designers of the American firm have recovered the numerical nomenclature to baptize this renewed model as the Saucony Type A8.

This running shoe, with a marked minimalist cut, has opted for a revolution in such important parts of the model as the upper and the outsole. And that, despite the limitations of taking risks in a very low profile model, given that it has a meager 4 mm drop. It is clear that with these data, and referring to the Saucony Type A8, these are still one of the most radical shoes on the market to face series in training, and even compete in short distances, as long as they do not exceed 10kms. Perfect for triathlon/duathlon sprint and/or supersprint, for example.

Saucony Type A8, most outstanding features and novelties

Being a low-profile model, its cushioning capacity is more limited, although these Type A8 from Saucony also stand out for their great responsiveness and flexibility, as well as their proximity to the ground when running. In this sense, the midsole of the Saucony Type A8 once again resorts to the SSL EVA compound, capable of increasing the rebound, but also reducing the weight of the shoe.

As we have already pointed out, in the chapter of the novelties, these Saucony Type A8 present a completely redesigned upper, and that keeps many similarities with another of the reference models of the Pennsylvania brand (USA) as the Saucony Fastwitch 8 for runners who need a greater stability control and to correct the excess of overpronation. The Type A8 features Engineered Mesh, a material that offers a higher degree of elasticity, as well as a softer and more pleasant feel, which also improves breathability and contributes to a more adaptive fit.

In addition, the inclusion of Saucony s exclusive FlexFilm technology also makes the fit more secure and personalized, as if it were a sock.

By the way, another detail to take into account in these radical Saucony Type A8 is that they can be worn without socks, which is undoubtedly an advantage for any triathlete who seeks to minimize the loss of time in each transition.

More revolutionary features in the Saucony Type A8, the outsole, which is able to provide unparalleled grip, thanks to the combination of premium materials, such asIBR+ and XT-900.

Faster response and exceptional performance

But not only that, because these SauconyType A8 also feature a completely renewed pattern that has little to do with the Saucony Type A, its previous version. That is why the design of this outsole draws two important transversal flex grooves in the front part of the shoe, which are joined to another pair of lateral grooves in the outer part. All these flex grooves make this model provide faster response and exceptional performance in every stride.

So it can be said that in the Saucony Type A8 everything is designed to make the dynamics of the stride smoother and lighter, enjoying great flexibility and, especially, a great lightness, exceptional grip, a more personalized fit; and a closer contact with the ground, as a good minimalist option that it is. A detail that also requires a well refined running technique to run with the metatarsals.

The Saucony Type A8 is a true featherweight, because it weighs 167 grams in the men's version (42.5EU) and 142 grams in the women's model (39EU), making it one of the lightest Running shoes on the market. And all this contained in a minimumdrop of 4 millimeters.

In short, if you are looking for a radical Running shoes for your triathlon challenges, these Saucony Type A8 may be your best option.