Gel-Contend 9

The GEL-CONTEND® 9 running shoe provides good cushioning, support, and durability

• An engineered mesh upper stretches with the foot's natural motion and creates a comfortable fit
• Meanwhile, the synthetic stitching on the overlays helps create a more supportive foothold
• The midsole features GEL® technology and AMPLIFOAM+ cushioning
• These technologies help increase durability while creating a softer feel underfoot
• Rearfoot GEL® technology cushioning
• Improves impact absorption and creates a softer feeling at footstrike
• Jacquard mesh upper
• Improves airflow
• OrthoLite™ sockliner
• Offers excellent step-in comfort
• Flex grooves in the outsole
• Improves flexibility
• Synthetic stitching on the overlays
• Improves support
• AMPLIFOAM+ cushioning
• Helps improve durability
• GUIDANCE LINE™ technology
• Provides a more consistent stride
• At least 20% of the shoe’s main upper material is made with recycled materials to reduce waste and carbon emissions
• The sockliner is produced with the solution dyeing process that reduces water usage by approximately 33% and carbon emissions by approximately 45% compared to the conventional dyeing technology