BROOKS TRANSCEND 5
The Brooks Transcend, the Seattle-based running company’s premier stability model, gets a complete makeover in version five. The core principles remain: using a set of “guide rails” to keep severe pronators from collapsing on their medial side, ultimately causing repetitive-stress injuries. Brooks realigned the railing system in this update, focusing the stability on supporting not only the foot, but how the shoe affects the knee position as well.
The update also includes a 3D mesh upper and heel counter that locks the foot into place, over this extremely stable platform. The Transcend remains an extremely cushioned ride, with a big plush wedge of Super DNA midsole under the foot for a very balanced and comfortable run.