NIKE FREE RUN+ 2

The Nike Free Run+ 2: Barefoot-like fit plus protection

The supportive yet flexible Nike Free Run+ 2 Men's Running Shoe flexes naturally with the foot, offers excellent traction and has an ultra-lightweight fit.

Benefits

• Combination mesh and textile upper reinforced with lightweight, strong synthetic strips for durability and support
• Inner-sleeve for a snug fit and enhanced breathability
• Fused Phylite midsole and outsole for an ultra-lightweight, resilient ride
• Deep flex grooves along the outsole for a natural range of motion and flexibility
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Origins

After 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, just like 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.

Additional Details

• Asymmetrical lacing system to help reduce pressure over the top ridge of the foot
• Waffle lugs at the outsole for impact absorption and traction
• Nike+ ready