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FITNESS APPAREL TRENDS SS 2015 Part 3

TSU.YA by Kristi Yamaguchi, Eddie Bauer, Sugoi SLC/NYC Silhouette details and new fabrics- continues to remake the occasions where athletic wear is worn... Stella Tank-mesh inserts in front and back yoke-pretty detail-practical built in bra $72 Savannah Tank-built in bra w/ removable cups, criss cross straps in back -pretty …$72 From Olympic skater : tsu.ya by Kristi Yamaguchi -sweet collection of fitness-lifestyle separates in solid shades of teal, black, white, sterling pink and charcoal grey---are wearable mix of stretchy moisture wicking nylon/spandex/mesh pieces. Rachel Capri-side rushing +mesh inserts, inside gusset + hidden tummy tightener mesh inside wide waistband, flat lock seams-reflective logo pop on back $78 Exceptional--- the feminine details like rushing and mesh inserts -plus silhouettes that flatter with hidden extras like tummy tightener mesh inside waistbands... Julia Jacket-full zip with front rushing...

SCOTT RUNNING/ OUTDOOR Spring 2013

Outdoor Retailer/SLC words/images Judith Ecochard Stability Training Shoe-good for high mileage training.Upper w/ ErgoLogic Fit -asymmetrical cut  and medial reinforcement for comfort and support.11mm drop.   We were excited to see SCOTT  making itself known in the Endurance Zone at the most recent Outdoor Retailer show...as we had a first wave of their running flats with a velcro tabbed heel hinge mechanism---which our teammates joked (kinda) would shave off 20 secs in a T2 Triathlon transition.  MK4 Performance kicker-lightweight eFit construction , carbon fiber mid-foot shank-efficient foot function---8mm drop There is a lot of new to us running and bike shoes...and a line of techy apparel that we didn't even know existed---a true four seasons brand---with a huge skisports division too...as the company was founded by Ed Scott an engineer/ski racer from Sun Valley, Idaho. First up was the running shoes-crafted with an 'efficient' natura...

2XU Compression Wear for Athletes 2012/13

long sleeve compression tops for women---are sport specific too---including this L/S Compression top with PWX Flex for unrestricted movement Perform Jacket  with 5x10 stretch membrane, moisture wicking, elements tough Outdoor Retailer, SLC Compression wear has moved waaaay beyond the post-surgical recovery market---as we see many athletes wearing those leg cuffs at triathlons we do...during the race....and after. 2XU continues to be the stellar brand when it comes to sport specific compression wear and accessories...including thermal ski and snowboard socks-for men and women...to add to their range of Race, Elite and Recovery socks---all specifically engineered with premium compression fabrics---in what 2XU calls PXW Power...reducing fatigue, helping circulation, with attributes like moisture wicking and anti-bacterial...or PWX Weight+Flexibility-for superior  fit and reduction of muscle fatigue...and stretch. just enough shin protection-...