: a layer (as of leather or rubber) between the insole and the outsole of a shoe
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It’s often featured in running shoes, including the Active5Ks; the supercritical foam midsole provides a 67% energy return, according to the brand.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026
From a technical standpoint, the OAMC x Salomon XT-Quest features a 4D Advanced Chassis for support, an all-terrain Contragrip outsole for traction and the French brand’s Sensifit lacing system, which wraps the foot from the midsole.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
The perfectly chunky, almost-statement shoes feature a lightweight midsole, shock-absorbing arch support, and a deep heel cup designed to keep your foot stable as you strut.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
They’re made with a special plate in the midsole to keep your feet stable even on uneven terrain.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2026
From a technical standpoint, the OAMC x Salomon XT-Quest features a 4D Advanced Chassis for support, an all-terrain Contragrip outsole for traction and the French brand’s Sensifit lacing system, which wraps the foot from the midsole.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
The perfectly chunky, almost-statement shoes feature a lightweight midsole, shock-absorbing arch support, and a deep heel cup designed to keep your foot stable as you strut.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 12 Jan. 2026
They’re made with a special plate in the midsole to keep your feet stable even on uneven terrain.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Midsole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midsole. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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