Sliding element and shoe sole

摘要

The unit (10) has a lower sliding surface arranged below an upper sliding surface to be slideable in three directions. Spring units are deflected by a sliding movement of the upper sliding surface relative to the lower sliding surface. The spring unit is pre-tensioned when the two sliding surfaces are in a neutral position. The spring units include an elastic pin connecting the two sliding surfaces. Independent claims are also included for the following: (a) a sole for an article of footwear (b) an article of footwear including an upper and a sole (c) a cushioning system for an article of footwear.