Team shoe set with differing soles

a technology of shoe sets and soles, applied in the field of athletic shoes, can solve the problems of applicability and drawbacks, and achieve the effect of maximizing the performance of the player

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-06-21
NIKE INC
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[0007] To maximize a player's performance, the individual needs of each player must be considered. One aspect of the present invention provides a team set of articles of footwear that present a uniform appearance by way of a matched upper, while providing the comfort, cushioning and safety that each player requires by way of a personalized sole.
[0008] In another aspect of the invention, a team set of articles of footwear provides customized performance for each member of a team.

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Such an approach also exhibits drawbacks.

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[0022]FIG. 1A shows the present invention. FIG. 1A depicts a set 12 of shoes made up of two different shoes 10(a), 10(b). Each shoe 10(a) and 10(b) is one half of a separate pair. The shoes 10(a) and 10(b) in the set have matched uppers 20(a).

[0023] The varying perspective views of shoes 10(a) and 10(b) illustrate the matched upper 20(a) of the shoes. The matched uppers results from the uppers having a similar or identical appearance based on the overlay shapes, stitch designs and / or perforations used, regardless of size and / or proportion. In addition, the tongue portions may be identical to the other shoes in the set and any additional support elements used, e.g., a strap, additional material overlapping the base material, may be generally identical. These additional support elements may be arranged to provide additional support to the player's foot where needed, while also contributing to the general appearance of the shoe. Any ornamental design or team logos may also be generally...

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[0031]FIG. 2 shows the current invention. The team set of shoes 14 of FIG. 2 illustrates three shoes 10(d), 10(e) and 10(f) that are exemplary of three pairs of shoes contained in this team set of shoes. The team set of shoes 14 have matched uppers 20(b), but the upper design 20(b) is different from the upper design 20(a) depicted in FIGS. 1A-1D. Each shoe 10(d), 10(e), 10(f) of this figure utilizes a different sole unit design. In this embodiment, the sole units 40(a), 40(b), 40(c) also have a different cushioning type.

[0032] Accordingly, the shoes of FIG. 2 are also examples of shoes 10(d), 10(e) and 10(f) having matched uppers but have differing sole units. In the depicted embodiment, the sole units each also have different cushioning types. In an embodiment not shown, the sole units may have different outsoles. The matched uppers provide the uniform appearance desired by members of a team, while the differing midsoles allow for each team member to individualize his or her shoe t...

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Abstract

A set of shoes for use by members of a team. The shoes allow for a uniform appearance in a team environment while providing an individualized sole unit. The shoes of the set have matched uppers and differing sole designs. The sole designs may differ based on cushioning type used in the midsole or may differ based on the outsole of the shoe. The matched upper, which may be color matched, provides a uniform appearance for the team. The individualized sole of each shoe takes into account comfort, performance and/or safety preferences for each player.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates to the field of footwear. More specifically, the invention relates to sets of athletic shoes for use by team and squads. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Athletic shoes can be thought of as having two major components, an upper and a sole. The upper is secured to the sole and provides a cavity for receiving a foot. The upper is generally formed from multiple elements stitched or adhesively bonded together to form a structure for comfortably receiving a foot. [0003] The sole is the interface between the foot and ground and is intended to provide traction, support and cushioning for the wearer. Many soles have a multi-part construction including an outsole and a midsole. The outsole is generally designed for durability and traction. The midsole is commonly designed to absorb the force created as the shoe contacts the ground. There are a number of different cushioning systems that have been used in midsole designs. Some examples of...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A43C13/00A43B3/24
CPCA43B3/24A43B3/246
Inventor FALLON, KEVIN P.SANTOS, CRAIG E.
Owner NIKE INC
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