IMPACT ABSORBING SHOE

摘要

Improved impact absorbing shoe constructions are provided which include a composite sole and an attached upper. The sole includes a section of artificial turf having a backing sheet, a plurality of artificial turf grass fibers secured to the backing sheet, and resilient elastomeric infill between the fibers. The resultant shoes provide a comfortable wearing experience while also giving adequate foot and ankle support.

主权项

1. An impact absorbing shoe comprising:
a composite sole including an outer sole, a midsole, and an insole; and an upper secured to said sole and comprising a toe cap, vamp, and collar, said midsole comprising—
a housing presenting upstanding sidewall structure,a section of artificial turf within said housing and including a backing sheet, a plurality of artificial turf grass fibers secured to said backing sheet and extending upwardly therefrom, and a resilient elastomeric infill above said backing sheet and between said grass fibers, anda cover disposed over said housing to retain the artificial turf section within the housing.