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* {{H:tongue}}. The Piranha has a traditional tongue with a tab to attach it to the laces. The tongue is so thin that I had problems keeping it flat when I put the shoe on, but it fine once it was on.
* {{H:lacing}}. The Piranha has traditional flat laces that stayed tied without a problem.
* {{H:heelcounter}}. There is no real heel counter[[Heel Counter]], just a tiny tab that reinforces the back of the heel.
=How Far Can I Run in the Piranha? =
Different runners want different levels of cushioning, so this shoe may not suit everyone. Some runners want a [[Minimax]] shoe when they run a 5K, while others will run a 100 mile race barefoot. Most people find that as the distance increases, they want a little more cushioning to protect their feet from the pounding and to offset a little of the fatigue that sets in over time. You can see from the charts below how the cushioning compares with other shoes I've tested for some comparisons. Remember that a thicker, firmer shoe would have the same cushioning rating as a thinner, softer shoe, but would feel rather different. For me, the Piranha is a little under-cushioned for the marathon distance, but if you want something that spans the minimalist/optimal border this could work for you.