Lululemon has up to date its Blissfeel operating shoe for ladies, launched a yr in the past. The Blissfeel 2 has a revamped seamless higher that’s designed to be much more “blissfully” snug and well-fitting than the primary model. It has a brand new look, however it nonetheless has that nice step-in consolation once you put it on.
In Might 2023, the model will even launch a road-to-trail shoe known as the Blissfeel Path, for ladies involved in venturing farther from acquainted roads and into the wilds of nature.
Blissfeel 2 specs
Class: impartial cushioning
Weight: 276 g (9.7 oz.)
Stack peak: 33 mm (at heel), 23.5 mm (at forefoot)
Drop: 9.5 mm
CAD $198
The brand new Blissfeel has rather a lot going for it: the revamped higher cradles the foot nicely, and though there’s much less seen padding on the surface of the ankle collar, there’s nonetheless loads of comfortable padding contained in the collar. The flared heel tab from the primary model continues to be there, and serves a twin function of constructing the shoe straightforward to placed on, whereas offering some help to the Achilles tendon. The six-hole lacing system is sort of related, however the laces are flatter and wider than earlier than; together, the laces and lacing system present a cosy, supportive match and a locked-down really feel.
The toe field is roomy with out feeling sloppy, and it was good to not really feel any pinching of my pinky toe–a typical downside with some manufacturers. The 3D moulded midfoot panel alongside the aspect of the shoe (unchanged from the primary model) extends nearly to the heel on both sides, offering some side-to-side stability, which is rarely a nasty factor, particularly for newer runners.
The shoe is a bit heavier than the primary model, however the distinction is so slight that you simply gained’t really feel any distinction.
Different pluses
The outsole (additionally unchanged from the sooner model) is remarkably grippy and substantial–undoubtedly a plus in March, when the roads and sidewalks are very messy.
The shoe additionally seems to be nice aesthetically and can make an awesome addition to your athleisure shoe rotation. It is available in eight thrilling new colors. One other plus: the worth is unchanged from final yr.
We love the shoe for strolling, and it feels snug and supportive for brief, straightforward, informal runs. The model isn’t divulging what the midsole cushioning materials is; it doesn’t really feel cushiony sufficient or responsive sufficient for longer runs or exercises.
We’ll have an interest to see the brand new path shoe; with world document holder Camille Herron on board as a latest model ambassador, it’s undoubtedly a chance for the model to attraction to a complete new demographic of athletes.
