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K-Swiss Blade-Light Run

Here we have a more stripped-out option to stop your toes from overheating in hotter climes. The Blade-Light Run comes with plenty of ventilation thanks to its mesh upper and drainage holes, but this dark heat-absorbing colourway does seem to contradict that ambition somewhat. (Thankfully it comes in a variety of light colour options.)

The midsole combines cushioning, flexibility and a lightweight feel into a primarily single component, with only a smattering of outsole rubber to reduce wear.

The Blade-Light Run is a little soft in the forefoot, and there’s a moderate level of foot movement during impact, which starts to cause irritation the further we run. And while the construction is seam-free, the distinct contrast between material stiffness on the upper causes a little discomfort.

That said, this is still a well-built shoe and supportive compared to other lightweight alternatives.

Contact : www.kswiss.co.uk

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Matt is a regular contributor to 220 Triathlon, having joined the magazine in 2008. He’s raced everything from super-sprint to Ironman, duathlons and off-road triathlons, and can regularly be seen on the roads and trails around Bristol. Matt is the author of Triathlon! from Aurum Press and is now the editor of Cycling Plus magazine.