Day three of Fall Fashion Preview brings us another brand that we have covered previously here at The Hackers Paradise. Back in February of THP got a chance to take a look at Etonic Stabilizer for men and we came away quite impressed. When Fall Fashion Preview came around, we immediately reached out to them to see what they had coming out. They were kind enough to send over some samples of the men’s and women’s lines.
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Etonic takes its popular Power Up technology featuring the PowerPlay Outsole System and expands it into two new models for 2009-10, Dri-Tech and Sport-Tech. Each model features Etonic’s state-of-the-art PowerPlay Outsole System designed to deliver superior traction, balance and power.
Etonic first introduced the PowerPlay Outsole System last year in two of its high performance shoes – Stabilizer and Sof-Tech. Since the launch, the pair has received outstanding accolades from consumers. The PowerPlay Outsole System is designed to work with the foot’s natural anatomy to promote traction, flexibility, stability and the range of motion required to execute proper footwork and optimize balance in the swing. The result is improved ball-striking while maximizing power transfer to the ball.
“The Stabilizer and Sof-Tech have performed well this year at retail,” said Tom Elwell, CEO, Etonic Worldwide. “Golfers can see the technology and feel the difference once they put the shoe on. Game improvement has always been the pillar of our brand success and the PowerPlay Outsole System is one more example. In 2010, we have added PowerPlay outsole features to our entire line, giving golfers a wider selection in the mid-level and opening price points.”
New For 2010
Dri-Tech is designed for the player who prefers unparalleled comfort, casual inspired styling combined with performance-enhancing technology.
UPPER
> Premium waterproof leather uppers
> HydroGuard Waterproof Membrane
> Two-year limited waterproof warranty
> Saddle Support Straps for enhanced mid-foot stability and fit
IN-SHOE
> Butter-soft Linings deliver lightweight comfort
> Removable Polysport anti-microbial footbed for resilient cushioning
> Suede-Tech Microfibre Sock Liner for cool, dry comfort
> Shocksorb Insole Bed for premium cushioning
> Sof-Tech Last – provides more room with a toe box shape
OUTSOLE
> PowerPlay Outsole System featuring Inside-Out Spike placement, PowerPod£, PowerPlay Flex Zones and Stabilizer Heel Technology
> Compression Molded EVA Midsole for lightweight comfort and cushioning
> Fast Twist 7 Cleat Insert System
> Stabilizer Cleat by Softspike
The Dri-Tech is available for men in a saddle style with four colorways – White/Black, White/Brown, All Black, Mocha/Dark Brown in size range from 8-14 medium and wide. For women the Dri-Tech is available in a saddle featuring an argyle motif design in two colorways – Oyster/Black and White/Silver in size range from 6-10, 11 in medium and wide. Dri-Tech will be available in October for a suggested retail of $95.
Sport-Tech is designed for the player looking for a lightweight, comfortable, casual-looking shoe with added traction and performance features to help enhance their game.
UPPER
> Premium leather uppers
> HydroGuard Waterproof Membrane
> One-year limited waterproof warranty
IN-SHOE
> Soft textile linings for lightweight comfort
> Die-cut Polysport anti-microbial footbed for resilient cushioning
> BK Mesh Sock Liner for cool, dry comfort
> Sof-Tech Last – provides more room with a toe box shape
OUTSOLE
> PowerPlay Outsole System featuring Inside-Out Spike placement, PowerPod£, PowerPlay Flex Zones and Stabilizer Heel Technology£
> Compression Molded EVA Midsole for lightweight comfort and cushioning
> Fast Twist 7 Cleat Insert System
> Stabilizer Cleat by Softspike
The Sport-Tech is available for men in one contemporary style with five colorways – White/Black, White/Black/Red, White/Dark Brown, All Black, Mocha and Dark Brown in size range from 8-14 medium and wide. Women’s come in two styles – A saddle in White/Black and White/Warm Sand and a contemporary style in White/Dazzling Blue/ Silver, White/Aubergine/Gold, White/Teal/Silver in a size range from 6-10, 11 in medium and wide. Sport-Tech will be available in October for a suggested retail of $80.
The Stabilizer continues as Etonic’s flagship shoe for men in 2010 with a suggested retail of $160. The men’s Sof-Tech will also remain in the line with two additional colorways, White/Black and Mocha/Dark Brown. The Sof-Tech has a suggested retail of $120. Both feature the PowerPlay Outstole System with Inside-Out Spike Placement, a center PowerSpike, a PowerPod arch, Flex Zones, a Dynamic Reaction Plate, and Stabilizer Heel Technology.
1. Comfort – Similar to other Etonics, these are truly comfortable.
2. Style – Both shoes look great and have a style that were more than we were expecting.
3. Price Point – In line with what else is out there if not cheaper.
Both Golfergal and myself cannot wait for both of these models to hit store shelves. For more information on any of the Etonic products check out their website at www.etonic.com.
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Josh B.
I love the Argyle pattern on the ladies shoes.
Love the ladies shoes.
I have never really liked the Etonic line, but I like the stiching in the photos. Man, when you blow those pics up the pics come alive. good job.
I bought a pair of Etonics last year and while they were not all that stylish, they really fit well and last well too. If these ones fit as well as my last pair did, they have a winner, because the diamond pattern looks great.
For years I wore only Eccos, but when I got a gift that was a pair of Etonics last year, I tried them out and the fit is really good. I will have to check these out.
They need to make the mens shoes as stylish as the ladies ones.
Very interesting. I have always worn FJs, but recently I think the quality has gone down a little bit. I will have to try these on.
Some of these may be worth a shot. They aren’t THAT much more than what I usually pay for golf shoes.
JB, I love the ability to blow the pics up to high res, great feature in a review, especially in clothing and/or shoes as is the case here. I have to say I like the women’s line a lot more than the men’s…. I have long considered Etonic to be more of a value line of shoes, but they seem to be looking to enter into the performance line with the new offerings. For the price, I can’t say that I’d pick them over an adidas powerband or something based solely on appearance anyway, how they feel is very important too, but for me if the look isn’t there I am likely to move on. Don’t get me wrong, they’re not ugly….just maybe not as appealing some other top of the line competitors.
I like the look of the women’s shoe, and the price point is pretty good.