Ventilation System For An Article Of Footwear

摘要

A ventilation system for an article of footwear is disclosed. The ventilation system may be configured to direct air from outside the article of footwear to the inside of the article of footwear. The ventilation system may include a sole layer and a sockliner configured to lie on top of the sole layer. One or more paths may be formed within the sole layer to provide a pumping mechanism during the normal course of providing cushioning for the user. The paths may be activated by forefoot or heel based pressure to force air from the exterior of the article of footwear to a sockliner directly above the sole layer. An air inlet extending through a sidewall of the sole layer may allow outside air to enter the path within the sole layer. An opening in the sockliner may allow air inside the path to enter inside the article of footwear.

主权项

1. A ventilation system for an article of footwear, comprising:
a sole layer having a forefoot region, a heel region disposed opposite the forefoot region, and a midfoot region disposed between the forefoot region and the heel region; wherein the sole layer has a first groove inlet disposed in the forefoot region and extending through an edge of the sole layer, and a first groove on a top surface of the sole layer and extending from the first groove inlet and terminating in the forefoot region.