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MINIMALIST / BAREFOOT RUNNING SHOES

The Nike Free 5.0+ offers more natural barefoot-like feel, higher profile compare to the other Nike Free family. The Nike Free 5.0+ Running Shoe provides the foot strengthening benefits of natural motion, along with the cushioning, traction and underfoot protection of a traditional shoe. It is less flexible compare to both 3.0 and 4.0 and the Flywire Cables System have been installed to offer glove-like, supportive fit.

The main features and differences of the 5.0+ compare to the other two Nike Free.

Good Flexibility

The flex groove design¡ªmade up of deep cuts along the length and width of the midsole¡ªenhances natural range of motion, encourages a smooth, efficient stride and helps maintain stability. The 5.0's outsole are less flexible compared to the previous members of the Nike Free Family.

Low Profile Midsole

It features the highest offset offered by Nike Free running shoes, with an 8mm difference between heel and forefoot height for greater cushioning while still promoting a natural stride. Plus, the Phylite material in the midsole is tough enough to double as an outsole, dramatically reducing the shoe's overall weight.

Supportive Fit

The Nike Free 5.0+ is the most supportive of the Nike Free family thanks to ultra-light Flywire technology. This latest version of Flywire consists of soft yet durable cables that wrap the midfoot and arch from underneath the foot for a glove-like, supportive fit that adapts to your stride.

• ** UPDATED ** Textured Mesh Full Inner Sleeve - For a dynamic, sock-like fit that hugs the foot, preventing slippage.
• ** UPDATED ** Diagonal Cuts - Through the arch to encourage natural motion flexibility and help increase foot strength.
• ** NEW ** Flywire Cables System - This latest version of Flywire consists of soft yet durable cables that wrap the midfoot and arch from underneath the foot for a glove-like, supportive fit that adapts to your stride.
• Low Profile Feel (8mm Offset) - A low-profile midsole delivers a natural barefoot-like feel. With an 8mm difference between heel and forefoot height for greater cushioning while still promoting a natural stride.
• Flex Groove Outsole - The flex groove outsole provide good flexibility¡ªmade up of deep cuts along the length and width of the midsole¡ªenhances natural range of motion, encourages a smooth, efficient stride and helps maintain stability.
• Abrasion Resistant Rubber - Placed under the high-wear areas for enhanced durability.
• Waffle Outsole Pistons - For greater traction and durability and a more efficient toe-off.
• Phylite Midsole - This ultra-lightweight material placed in the midsole is tough enough to double as an outsole, dramatically reducing the shoe's overall weight.
• Minimalistic, Moulded Sockliner - Mimics the foot's curvature for a great fit, enhanced comfort and added support.
• BRS 1000 - Carbon rubber outsole for great durability in those areas that get worn very quickly.
• No-Sew and Synthetic Overlays - For lightweight durability and support.
• Asymmetrical Lacing System - For reduced pressure on the top ridge of the foot.
• Nike+ Enabled - This shoe is built to hold the revolutionary Nike+ sensor.
• Weight - 232 grams.

What is Nike Free?

Nike Frees are different than traditional athletic shoes. They¡¯re designed to let your feet move more freely and naturally, which means your muscles will be doing a bit more work than demanded of them in some other athletic shoes. Nike encourages you to get used to them gradually for a safer, more effective and more enjoyable experience.

What is Flywire Cables?

Flywire helps provide ultra-lightweight support and comfort for your foot. It gets its strength from thin nylon fibers strategically placed on the upper of the shoe to hold the foot in place, helping to reduce slippage during activity. This allows for a massive reduction in weight because material is used only where it¡¯s needed for structure.

What is Nike+?

Nike+ is an ecosystem of digital products and experiences designed to measure, motivate and empower you to improve. By tracking your progress and allowing you to share your sports data, Nike+ offers you ways to measure up, compare, compete and excel.

NIKE FREE ORIGINS

After learning that Stanford athletes had been training barefoot on the university¡¯s golf course, three of Nike¡¯s most innovative and creative employees set out to develop a shoe that felt natural and weightless, similar to bare feet. In 2002, they examined a group of men and women with pressure measuring insoles taped to their feet, using high-speed cameras to capture images of each foot in motion.

The team spent eight years studying the biomechanics of shoeless running. The results yielded a profound understanding of the foot¡¯s natural landing angle, pressure and toe position, allowing Nike designers to build an unconventional and flexible running shoe from the inside out.