Nike Free Hyperfeel: A Minimalist Running Shoe That Looks Like a Sock
As posted on Gizmodo.
Reminiscent of the original waffle runner that launched Nike, the Free Hyperfeel is the company’s latest minimalist runner inspired by the actual geometry of the body. Which, if you’ll recall, is something Under Armour addressed with its bra-like Speedform.
In creating the Free Hyperfeel, Nike says its research lab rats used pressure-mapping tech and high-speed cameras to study the foot in motion to build a better running shoe. This research led to a simple low-profile shoe with cushioning and traction only where it’s needed that gives the runner more response and control. The waffle outsole was “reengineered with strategically placed pistons, reflecting key pressure points.”
The materials used were also meant to replicate certain parts of the foot. For instance, the articulated drop-in Lunarlon insole was used to mimic the cushion-y bits under the foot, while providing even more range of motion. The super thin waffle outsole on the other hand is meant to replicate the “hardened skin” on the soles of your feet. It’s also basically non-existent in that you can roll the shoe up like a fruit roll-up with the insole removed. That’s how thin it is.
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Dr. Nick Campitelli
Dr. Campitelli is a podiatrist in Akron, OH specializing in foot and ankle surgery with an interest and enthusiasm for running as well as helping runners with injuries. For the past several years he has been treating running injuries in patients by fixing their form and transitioning them to minimalist shoes. Having treated runners with all types of injuries through conservative measures with orthotics and shoe gear changes to reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, Dr. Campitelli has brought what works best and is most current to his practice as well as the Akron and Cleveland running communities.
Nike is quite expanding the product line. So in Germany they have several different kinds of the Nike Free Flyknit :The running version, a trainer version, a Lunar 1 called version. They are really cool to weare, but also quite expensive… http://www.runnerspoint.com/de/Markenshop-Nike/Nike-Flyknit/nGEKcILQITsAAAE.wbtDRRSg/de_DE
I would recommend for all the folks who want to save money: Check out the Nike Free 3.0 – nearly that flexible and available in sale section of your trusted retailer 🙂