Customer reviews for Nike Free Woven Men's Shoe

The Nike Free Woven Shoe: Barefoot-like feel, updated upperThe Nike Free Woven Men's Shoe takes a lightweight, flexible running style and puts a colorful spin on it, while deep Nike Free sipes keep the natural flexibility of the original intact.BenefitsWoven upper with contrast fibers for a super-lightweight fit and bold stylePhylite midsole/outsole for lightweight support and cushioningDeep Nike Free sipes create natural range of motionRubber overlays at toe and heel for enhanced durabilityWaffle outsole for enhanced traction, cushioning and response9.5 ounces (men's size 10)OriginsAfter learning that Stanford athletes had been training barefoot on the university's golf course, three of Nike's most innovative and creative employees set out to develop a shoe that felt natural and weightless, similar to bare feet. In 2002, they examined a group of men and women with pressure- measuring insoles taped to their feet, using high-speed cameras to capture images of each foot in motion.The team spent eight years studying the biomechanics of shoeless running. The results yielded a profound understanding of the foot's natural landing angle, pressure and toe position, allowing Nike designers to build an unconventional and flexible running shoe from the inside out.