Cut to last Sunday’s Khon Kaen Marathon in Thailand and spectators bore witness to a new, unexpected twist in the trend of cutting-edge footwear – this time, in the form of a sandal.

What you should know: Cobra uses metal injection molding to enhance the consistency and feel of its wedges while offering new sole grinds, sharp grooves, and other technologies to enhance spin. The ...

The leading wedges must clear several hurdles. They need grooves with Velcro-like grab, soles that glide through the turf and enough loft/grind options to satisfy a variety of attack angles.

Just last week, we reported on a Malaysian runner who completed a 3:04 marathon in sandals. However, a new Thai brand is taking sandal running to the next level. Last Sunday, at the Khon Kaen ...