摘要 |
<p>A shoe (1) having a dynamic fitting and shock absorbtion system. Disposed within the shoe is an insert (14) defined by a sensing means including a U-shaped pivot bar (19) that straddles a movable footbed (17). The bar (19) has an upper end attached to a strap (26) extending over the instep and forefoot. The opposite end of the strap (27) is attached to the footbed. The bar (19) is pivotally secured to the sides of the footbed (17). The lower end of the bar (19) rests on the shoe sole (2). Movement of the footbed (17) in a downward direction upon foot strike pivots the bar (19) toward a position parallel to the footbed (17) dynamically tightening the strap (26) on the foot and distributing a portion of the shock load to the midfoot and forefoot.</p> |