I have a shoe fetish.
Luckily its not for heels and stilettos though. For gawdy sneakers ya. Anyway, yesterday I got myself a pair of Adizero LTs in silver and orange. The Adizero range from Adidas is the not-so-new big thing to hit the
Kedai Kasut. Something like the Nike-Free models but slightly less minimalist, as far as cushioning is concerned. But colorfully Manga-styled to tap the Japanese market.
This baby is so light, you can spin one on your index finger without much
ado. The shoes literally feel weightless as you eat up those kilometres. Currently, the LT is for Light-Training, the RC, for Racing Competition and the CS, for Cushion Support. The Adizero Pro range, top-of-the-line lightweights, can be used for race-day. They offer really minimal cushioning support but are ultra-feathery and give just that sufficient propulsion and protection from the road.
If you're looking for chunky soles and fancy air pumps, spongy gels and what-nots, you'll be dissappointed. With these shoes, your feet feel the track. Much like driving an Alfa, you get the bumps and the knocks.
On a road-test with the LTs yesterday, they passed with flying colours.
Well, this is my new fetish as far as sneakers are concerned. Cos the range is a contradiction of sorts. Zen-like in terms of features and yet boldly designed to make sure your feet won't be missed.
Check out a whole new set that will debut in Jan 07. Including the new Chiba Pro's that already make my current Highlighter-yellow and green pair
passe.
Now to chuck those Nikes away =))