Product description
The Nike Free 5.0 is a light running shoe, designed to give optimal support and shock absorption. The shoe builds on the classic virtues of Nike Free and delivers are more natural running experience.
The shoe is produced with an upper made of a specially constructed mesh, which provides optimal comfort and a snug fit. The breathable mesh also enables the shoe to adapt in accordance with the natural shape of your foot, so you can enjoy comfort regardless of how you move. The mesh upper is coated with a synthetic material that adds to the durability without adding weight.
In order to increase stability, Flywire cables have been added in the sides. The cables are are integrated around the lacing, so when you lace your shoe you will experience an adapted fit and increased support.
The Nike Free 5.0 is produced with a lined and perforated tongue, which increases comfort and air flow. Moreover, the shoe is made with a molded insole that follow the natural shape of your foot to further add to the support on your run.
The running shoe is naturally made with the extremely flexible Nike Free sole, which allows your foot to move freely in all directions. Furthermore, the shoe has a low profile midsole, as well as a rounded heel, that encourages a natural running style. The Nike Free 5.0 comes with an updated outsole, which helps to absorp the shocks when you touch the ground.
The classic Waffle outsole with the Free grooves is further complemented by solid rubber around the end, adding durability as well as grip to the sole.
The Nike Free 5.0 is made with a 8mm heel to toe drop.
The Nike Free Concept originates in Standford, where Nike looked into the training methods of the very successful athletes there and found out they trained barefoot. 3 of Nike's most esteemed and creative innovators went to work on this basis and in 2002 they began work on the first Nike Free by mapping the foots bio mechanics.
8 years later the first Nike Free went on sale and the result was a shoe that "understood" your feet, how they land, where the pressure is applied. It was an unconventional shoe, but sparked the interest of many around the world.
