361 sensation 2 running shoes extra degree




Basic Information

Positioning: Cushioned Road Running Shoes

Weight: 325 grams (US 8.0/260/41.5)

Midsole Height: 33mm (heel), 24mm (forefoot)

Midsole Drop: 9mm

Suitable for: Daily marathon training, slightly heavier individuals

Suitable Pronation: Normal/Light

Suitable Training Distance: 5-42km

Price: 799 RMB

Origin: Vietnam




The first generation of 361-SENSATION won the Best Buy award in the summer 2015 running shoe review by Runner's World. The 361 International line brings the new 361-SENSATION 2, inheriting the excellent stability QDP system of the first generation, providing higher intensity cushioning and flexibility, adapting to everyone's running style, making running smoother, just like the brand spirit: Beyond your expectations! The main improvement of the Sensation 2 is in the upper part, greatly reducing the use of leather materials and stitching, making it more comfortable. The tongue area is larger and thinner, fitting well during running and not easy to slip. Additionally, the thickness of the QU!KFOAM midsole has been increased. QU!KFOAM is the core technology of 361 International line running shoes, a softer EVA material covered with a stretchable film to lock in air, providing better stability and cushioning. Another important change is replacing the previous '361°' logo with a large '3'. It is reported that the overseas version of 361° running shoes will adopt this '3' logo and gradually weaken the 361 brand.


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Unboxing Details


Shoe Box


361° large logo, slogan: one degree beyond



Detailed basic information of 361-SENSATION 2 on the side of the shoe box


Upper



The dark navy blue color combination is very eye-catching, with meticulous workmanship and a unique mesh design.



Reflective logo on the upper right side of the upper, unique and beautiful.



Although the overall style of the upper is conventional, the material is soft and delicate, making it comfortable to wear.


Side

High side aesthetics, large '3' logo, very attractive, removing the first generation 361 logo, giving it a more international feel; the side pattern resembles the feeling of speed, with '361-Sensation 2' clearly marked on the latter half of the pattern.



Heel

The heel structure of the 361-SENSATION 2 uses plastic material, similar to many top international running shoes (e.g., Asics), providing better cushioning and protection, improving the shoe's compressibility and preventing foot movement that could cause injury.


Outsole

 

Most of the outsole is covered with light green wear-resistant rubber, with cross stripes on the protruding parts to increase friction. A plastic support is used in the midfoot to ensure sufficient support. Two deep grooves are cut in the forefoot to increase flexibility and prevent rapid wear. The blue midsole paired with green and white is very eye-catching, and I really like this combination.


Midsole



Many top international running shoes have their own midsole technology, such as Asics' Gel, Mizuno's Wave, Nike's Zoom, and Adidas' Boost. By making appropriate adjustments and upgrades to these midsole technologies, combined with innovations in the upper, shoe collar, and heel, a popular running shoe may be born.

The midsole of the 361-Sensation 2 uses dual-layer materials: QU!KFOAM + EVA. QU!KFOAM provides cushioning upon landing, while EVA offers cushioning and rebound. The white and blue parts are both relatively soft, providing excellent cushioning.



Laces




The flat design of the laces prevents them from coming loose during running. The two-tone design of the edges looks more vibrant. The laces are elastic, preventing excessive pressure on the foot during running, which can cause fatigue, especially for those with higher arches, like me.

              

Tongue



The tongue design uses soft and comfortable material, making it more comfortable to put your foot in. The top of the tongue has a prominent 361-degree logo. The tongue's wrap-around cut fits the foot better, reducing friction. Inside the tongue, detailed shoe information, size, and origin are marked. The fine material makes running more comfortable.

        


The insole design still uses QU!KFOAM material. The front of the insole features the 361-degree slogan and large '3' logo. The unique aspect of this running shoe is that from the insole, midsole, to the EVA outsole, it provides comfort, cushioning, and stability, making running more enduring.



Running Test


Reviewer: run奔跑      Time: 6 AM        Running Shoes: 361-Sensation 2

Distance: 10k            Speed: 4:36             Running Time: 46 minutes 13 seconds


The main test venue was an asphalt road, which is also a race environment.



The test results were somewhat surprising to me.


After two weeks of testing, the scores for the 361-Sensation 2 (out of 10) are as follows:

Forefoot and Heel Cushioning:             9 points

Upper Wrap and Comfort:  10 points

Running Smoothness:                  9 points

Appearance Design:                     9 points

Knee Injury Protection:   9 points

Overall Score:                    9.5 points




Summary


After a few days of actual testing and wearing the 361-Sensation 2, I feel it suits my foot shape. Although it doesn't have the legendary 'stepping on poop' feeling, the cushioning effect of the 361-Sensation 2 International line is not inferior to international running shoes like Asics and Saucony. Whether it's the lace design or the tongue design, you can see the attention to detail from 361. Personally, after testing, I think the weight of this shoe is a bit heavy, but the smoothness when running is very good. After testing speed and distance, the wear on the 361-Sensation 2 is not severe. The material of the outsole, the cushioning of the midsole, and the technology of the insole all add points to the 361-Sensation 2. The key to the success of a real running shoe lies in whether the midsole can maintain strong performance during long-distance running, combined with a comfortable and durable upper and outsole. I believe the 361-Sensation 2 will go further, and I will keep running, just keep running!!




Created: 2017-05-15 03:51:32