| 摘要 |
A tongue construction for footwear is configured with a tongue and a stiffener that provides non-uniform stiffness such that the resistance to flexing in one direction is greater than in another. The stiffener also may be moved relative to the tongue, thereby resisting pinching of the rider's foot as the boot is flexed. Footwear having desired stiffness while substantially reducing discomfort, especially during flexing of the footwear is therefore provided. Consequently, a soft or hybrid snowboard boot is provided that provides both enhanced power transmission as well as improved wearer comfort. |
