Spira Valencia - Men's Walking Shoe

Spira Valencia Men's Walking Shoes: An Investment in Foot Health and Energy Return

The Spira Valencia Men's Walking Shoe provides a level of cushioning that is second to none. This men's walking shoe incorporates WaveSpring® technology at heel area to minimize shock absorption and gain energy return during the gait cycle. WaveSpring® technology consists of a metal alloy WaveSpring® that is durable, stable and active. The WaveSpring® is designed to not bottom out or breakdown overtime, something that typically happens with other shoes that just have EVA or foam material under the foot - wearers will feel the same cushioning when they reach the 500-mile mark as they did on their first mile wearing the Spira Valencia. Wearers will also feel less stress on joints, ligaments and tendons because the WaveSpring® design reduces peak impact forces by up to 20%. Besides its WaveSpring® technology, the Valencia comes with a sporty looking mesh upper that is breathable to keep feet dry and fresh. The high grade EVA midsole and long lasting rubber outsole offer extra cushioning and flexibility. The 5mm molded EVA footbed is removable to accommodate custom orthotics or arch supports. The Spira Valencia Men's Walking Shoe will provide the necessary protection against impact shock and the exceptional cushioning needed for smooth comfortable steps.

The Spira Valencia Men's Shoe has these features:

• Breathable air mesh combined with Spira's Saddle Strap™ for midfoot support
• WaveSpring® Technology:
• New cushioning design that consist of a durable, metal alloy WaveSpring®, which according to testing done in 2001 by Michigan State University, produces 87% - 96% of energy return
• WaveSpring® will not breakdown over time - even though the surrounding EVA of the shoe will breakdown, the WaveSpring® will not, which means you'll experience the same cushioning you did on day one
• Significantly lowers high impact; wearers will experience less stress on joints, ligaments, and tendons
• WaveSprings are tested for up to a million cycles - equals to about 1,000 miles of walking or walking
• Midsole has a heel-only spring configuration; a single WaveSpring® in the heel that is surrounded by compression molded EVA for aggressive heel strikers
• Walking last - broader forefoot, higher instep and narrow heel
• Strobel mid and rear foot with toe lasted construction
• 5mm molded EVA footbed is removable to accommodate arch support inserts or custom orthotics
• Non-marking, rubber outsole is durable with forefoot flex grooves - broader heel and forefoot base for extra stability