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* NOTE: THE SPIRA STINGER ELITE HAS REACHED AN "END OF LIFE" STAGE IN ITS PRODUCT CYCLE. THERE ARE ONLY LIMITED QUANTITIES IN LIMITED SIZES STILL AVAILABLE. THE SPIRA STINGER 2 RACING FLAT SHALL BE AVAILABLE LATER IN 2011.
The Stinger Elite is a light weight racing flat is a well cushioned training shoe that provides a high level of responsiveness and protection against fatigue issues normally associated with light weight racing shoes. It combines a level of cushioning and responsiveness that is difficult to achieve for a shoe in this weight category. The patented WaveSpring® is located in the forefoot only for maximum impact absorption and energy efficiency for optimum racing performance. The mid-foot is supported by a molded external shank support to aid in torsional stability.
NOTE: Stinger Elite is a UNISEX shoe in Men's sizing. The obtain the correct women's size, add 1.5 sizes to the Men's size. Example: Men's size 7 is equal to Women's size 8.5.
To learn more about SPIRA® technology click on our WaveSpring® page.
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| Technology | WaveSpring cushioning system in the forefoot provides maximum energy efficiency in conjunction with a high level of cushioning that is very responsive for racing. The WaveSpring are a low profile, light weight spring made of stainless steel to resist rust. |
| Foot Type | Normal to high arch foot types. |
| Last Type | Curved lasted racing last combining Strobel/Slip lasted construction. |
| Upper Materials | Breathable open air mesh vamp provides maximum breath ability, comfort and fit. |
| Sockliner | Removable, molded EVA foot-bed |
| Midsole | 2 piece injection molded EVA incorporating a WaveSpring in the forefoot and a nylon shank support. The forefoot openings are sealed with a clear window to prevent moisture and dirt from getting into the springs. Air is evacuated out the openings in the heel providing maximum cushioning and spring response in the forefoot. |
| Outsole | EVA outsole with light weight TPR inserts in the heel and forefoot designed to minimize weight. Average durability expectancy is 100 miles or 160 kilometers depending on individual running gate. |
| Weight | 7.5 ounces for Men’s size 9 |
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 Men's Stinger XLTThe SPIRA® Stinger XLT with patented WaveSpring® technology is a high performance trainer and is an ideal race day shoe for the majority of runners who need the support of a training shoe, with the lightweight responsive qualities of a racing flat. The Stinger XLT shares many of the same characteristics as the Stinger Racing Flat. It is an extremely well cushioned shoe that maximizes racing performance and reduces fatigue. The two independent forefoot and one heel WaveSpring® are low profile, lightweight springs made of stainless steel to maximize cushioning and resiliency.
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 Stinger EliteThe Stinger Elite, a light weight racing flat, is a well cushioned training shoe that provides a high level of responsiveness and protection against fatigue issues normally associated with light weight racing shoes.
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 Women's Stinger XLTThe SPIRA® Stinger XLT with patented WaveSpring® technology is a high performance trainer and is an ideal race day shoe for the majority of runners who need the support of a training shoe, with the lightweight responsive qualities of a racing flat. The Stinger XLT shares many of the same characteristics as the Stinger Racing Flat. It is an extremely well cushioned shoe that maximizes racing performance and reduces fatigue. The two independent forefoot and one heel WaveSpring® are low profile, lightweight springs made of stainless steel to maximize cushioning and resiliency.
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