KEY TECHNICAL FEATURES
Weight: 290 g (size 8) 255g (size 5½)
Drop: 4 mm
Size of studs: 5 mm
Mesh technologies: MATRYX
Sole technologies: 100% Kalensole
THE ICONIC MT CUSHION HAS HAD A MAKEOVER WITH THIS NEW VERSION 2!
The area for improvement you flagged up have allowed us to challenge ourselves and make progress in the design of this second version of the MT CUSHION. We couldn't be prouder of the results.
What's new?
- a new lug pattern for a long-lasting reliable grip;
- a revised insole for even softer cushioning;
- and a new 100% MATRYX® fabric vamp (woven in Ardèche, France) for optimal durability.
KALENSOLE TECHNOLOGY FOR EVEN SOFTER CUSHIONING!
Impressive, no? The least we can say is that the MT CUSHION 2 has hit the ground running (I'll get my coat). In fact, its Kalensole foam delivers a 34% increase in cushioning, a 25% increase in energy response and greater durability compared with conventional foam.Not bad, eh? The durable foam will not collapse and provides soft and comfortable cushioning, which is ideal for eating up the miles in the best possible conditions.
MATRYX®, THE LAST WORD IN QUALITY OFFERING GREAT DURABILITY
Our team designed the MT CUSHION 2 with a toebox made from 100% MATRYX® fabric, a benchmark in the trail running world. Composed of high-tenacity polyester yarn coated with polyurethane, it provides unequalled durability. The ventilated structure offers lower weight and greater breathability. We chose to add an aramid fibre yarn to the weave for even more support. Thanks to MATRYX®, you no longer have to choose between lightweight and durable!
THE FIRST EVADICT SHOES WITH A 4 MM HEEL-TO-TOE DROP (OR RATHER, THE SECOND, AFTER THE MT CUSHION VERSION 1)
The drop is the height difference between the front and back of the shoe: 4 mm for the MT Cushion 2. And guess what?As well as delivering the propulsion to those who try it out and making their stride more dynamic, this drop perfectly complements the cushioning of our shoe!What's more, the low drop makes it possible introduce a major innovation, i.e. we were able to increase the thickness of the EVA foam under the forefoot to provide superior cushioning and comfort in this sensitive area
TRUST YOUR FEET!
We opted for 5 mm lugs because they are more effective: the traction is perfect and the shoe isn't weighed down or stiffened by their weight.
The lug pattern is also important: the spacing between the lugs gives your feet good traction and makes it easier to remove any mud that gets trapped between them.In addition to the traction, the rubber on the sole provides grip for every type of terrain... so you can trust your feet – at last!
SUPERIOR RETENTION AT THE HEEL... SO YOUR SHOES WON'T COME OFF!
While the MT CUSHION 2 is synonymous with comfort, it also scores heavily when it comes to support. And that's no surprise. In addition to giving us food for thought, your feedback certainly didn't fall on deaf ears in our team: thanks to our teams and thanks to you, we redesigned the collar of the MT CUSHION 2 for optimal foot support and a bit of pampering... while respecting and preserving the comfort of your heel and Achilles tendon.
AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY SHOE DESIGNED WITH LOVE
A lighter product necessarily has a smaller carbon footprint. Therefore, by reducing the number of components, streamlining the shoe and selecting an ultra-durable and lightweight shoe like the MATRYX®, we can achieve CO2 savings that are 15.5% greater for men and 12% for women compared with the previous version. In addition, the laces are recycled and the reinforcements, tongue mesh and lining of the sockliner are designed from recycled polyester”, explains our product engineer, Manon.
THE TIP THAT YOU'LL ENJOY
You may have already noticed, without it really sinking in. We are referring here to the small pocket at the top of the tongue of your shoe, the one on which you will make a loop with your laces. The pocket in question is for storing your laces so that they don't come loose during physical activities, get caught in a branch, or something else. What's more, they stay clean, and we love that!
A QUESTION OF BALANCE
Balance, I guess that’s something you can relate to as a trail runner, right?Just like the fine-tuning you need to open up or control your appetite when refuelling, the design of the MT Cushion 2 is finely balanced.It strikes the perfect balance between cushioning and stability, lightness and durability, traction and weight, comfort and propulsion… In fact, the MT Cushion 2 is the culmination of all the expertise of our design team, and all the feedback you’ve shared with us!
