The Capabilities of Salomon's Increasingly Popular Town-Use Trail Running Shoe 'SENSE RIDE 5'

Salomon, founded in Annecy, France in 1947, is well known for its strong presence in various scenes such as skiing, snowboarding, trail running, and hiking. In recent years, the comfort and functional beauty of Salomon products have attracted attention in the fashion scene, increasing their popularity for town-use.

A staple in Salomon's trail running shoe lineup is the 'Sense Ride' series, which can handle everything from high-paced short-distance runs to ultra-distances. What kind of technology has been used in the latest product, the 'Sense Ride 5'?
 
"Salomon's trail running shoes are divided into four main categories," says Kazumi Sugaya, a Salomon Store advisory staff member and Salomon Running Ambassador at the Tokyo Shibuya store.

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Salomon's trail running shoes include models that emphasize grip, cushioning, propulsion, and all-around capabilities. The 'Sense Ride' series falls into the all-rounder category. But what exactly is an all-round model in the context of trail running shoes?
 
"In trail running, races range from short distances of around 20 km to long distances that exceed 100 miles (160 km). Of course, the road conditions are diverse. Some races have a lot of rocky areas, others have long road sections, and depending on the weather, you might find yourself running through mud. Some races have severe ups and downs, while others have long relatively flat sections.