Silphion System

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02-19-2012, 05:59 AM #29

tpcml

Regular Member

The SH9000 represent a pretty major shift in performance and performance principles for Victor’s top model – despite the cosmetic similarities to outgoing model.

The 8000 family can be characterized by their heavy, plush and thickly-padded uppers and supershock absorbent sole. This is not the case with the new SH9000 model.

Sole

Substantially lower/thinner than the 8000 models – both at the forefoot and heal. This lends to a very connected and direct feel with the ground. No more sponginess and that hint of instability. This coupled with its first-rate grip (almost as good a Mizuno Wave Fang XT – which I consider the very best), it seems to allow for quicker movement and faster push-off.

Uppers

A little thinner and overall, a little bit stiffer. No big change, other that the inner heal material has been replaced by a crystalized finished fabric which, I guess, is supposed to prevent the heal lifting away from the shoe. I didn’t notice any real change in play. Also, the tongue has lost its lace-loop. A bit irritating…

Lateral Support and Stability

For lateral support, the front side talons are gone, now replaced with a brace tek bar that runs from the bottom sole to the 2^nd lacing hole. It works great, without any pinching or painful hot spots. The foot feels solidly planted when moving side-to-side. The rear brace unit is not as rigid as with the previous model. The rear unit is longer and has been positioned slightly forwards – this adds more support to the mid-footregion, at the cost of offering less lateral support to the ankle region.

Shock Absorbency

The midsole material is softer and the TRINECTIC unit under the heel is very effective – almost gel like. However, there is not getting away from the overall thinner sole. Cushioning is not as good as the older model.

Overall

I like them a lot. They are still ultra wide and comfy, so suit me fine. The overblown plushness has been replaced by a lighter, faster and firmer feel. They are still very comfort-oriented, but now offer more in the agility department. I like this. The build quality is nicer and the grip is still excellent.

Negatives: price increase over the older model, slight drop in ankle support and slightly reduced overall cushioning.

Postives: faster, more overall stability, lighter, and still offer great protection and comfort.

A great shoe for anyone looking for a balance of very good protection, coupled with atouch more speed. Subjectively, it is a shoe that is 55% protection, 45% speed (the old model 80% protection, 20% speed)… hope that makes sense. Go for it!