Running doesn't have to stop when the going gets icy if you invest
in a pair of the weirdly named MR BUGrip running shoes from
weirdly-named Swedish company Icebug.
Being based in Sweden. Icebug understands what snow and ice means
for runners and has developed its BUGrip system to cope with serious
winter conditions.
The BUGrip sole unit incorporates 16 integrated carbide tip studs
which on slippery surfaces like ice, snow, mud, wet wood and grass
protrude to give maximum grip. However on solid surfaces like
concrete or pavement, the studs are pushed inwards allowing the
rubber to work conventionally. Finally on mixed surfaces, you get a
bit of both with the different areas of the sole adapting to the
micro-area beneath them.
The rest of the shoes is more conventional with molded EVA
cushioning, a TPU stabliser and an anatomical insole. The version
pictured, the MR2 BUGrip Extreme uses seriously tough upper materials
for durability. There's are women's versions too.
More details of the Icebug range at www.icebug.se.
For UK stockists contact Ark Consultants by e-mail.
Peter Clinch
