Footwear element

Abstract

The present invention relates to a footwear element, comprising a plantar-shaped body (1) which is provided with an attachment means for attaching to the sole of the footwear and at least one recess (1.1) that is compatible with the studs or anchors on the footwear to which the element is attached.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Shoe accessory

[0003] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The invention, as the title of this descriptive document indicates, establishes a component for footwear. It is an innovation that, within current techniques, offers advantages previously unknown.

[0005] The shoe insert is specifically designed for cycling shoes. It fits over the sole of the shoe and features grooves that allow it to engage with the cleats on the shoe's sole. This insert provides the cyclist with a comfortable and secure grip on the ground.

[0006] TECHNICAL SECTOR

[0007] Therefore, this invention is circumscribed within the sector of the manufacture of footwear accessories, especially for sports footwear.

[0008] STATE OF THE ART

[0009] In the context of the state of the art for the design and manufacture of footwear, it is important to highlight the relevance of ergonomics and biomechanics in the creation of shoes that promote a comfortable and healthy gait.

[0010] Historically, footwear has evolved from purely protective designs to models that aim to improve posture and comfort while walking. Research in the fields of podiatry and orthopedics has shown that walking in completely flat shoes, that is, without any elevation in the heel area, may not be ideal for the user's foot and overall health. Cycling shoes have a series of cleats or anchors on the sole to attach to the bicycle's clipless pedals.

[0011] When cyclists get off their bikes, they cannot walk comfortably on the ground, as the cleats are rigid and prevent them from walking normally, in addition to not providing adequate grip on the terrain and potentially being damaged.

[0012] With the aim of solving the problems detailed above, the current invention is presented.

[0013] The existence of any product with the same technical characteristics as the invention presented here is unknown.

[0014] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0015] The object of the present invention is the creation of a footwear element that provides a notable innovation within its field of application in the current state of the art, the characterizing details that make it possible being conveniently included in the final claims that accompany this description.

[0016] The footwear element allows it to be attached to the sole of the shoe, especially the shoes used by cyclists, which have a series of studs or anchors for fixing the automatic pedal.

[0017] Thanks to the footwear attachment, the cyclist will be able to walk normally when getting off the bicycle.

[0018] For this purpose, the body has a plantar shape and has a means of attachment to the sole of the shoe.

[0019] The body also has at least one cavity compatible with the studs or anchors of the footwear on which the element is fixed.

[0020] EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES To complete the description being made and in order to help to better understand the characteristics of the invention, this descriptive report is accompanied, as an integral part thereof, by some figures in which, for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, the following has been represented.

[0021] Figure 1 corresponds to a profile view of the footwear element.

[0022] Figure 2 corresponds to a plan view of the footwear element.

[0023] PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0024] This description presents an innovation in the field of footwear that seeks to improve comfort and ergonomics for the user.

[0025] This invention takes the form of a footwear component comprising a body (1) with a plantar configuration. This body (1) is designed to be attached to the sole of footwear, particularly footwear used by athletes, especially cyclists.

[0026] Notably, the body (1) has a means of attachment to the sole of the footwear, and also has at least one cavity (1.1) compatible with the studs or anchors of the footwear on which the element is attached.

[0027] In a preferred embodiment, the body (1) incorporates, at at least at one of its ends, a tab (2). This tab (2) is intended as an additional means of adjusting and handling the element, facilitating the release of the body (1) from the sole of the shoe.

[0028] Generally, the body (1) will be made of a non-slip material.

[0029] In one embodiment, the attachment to the shoe sole is achieved by means of a perimeter flange. This flange is an extension of the body (1) and is designed to partially wrap around the edge of the shoe, thus ensuring a secure and stable integration of the element with the shoe. The perimeter flange serves as a fastening mechanism and also contributes to the element's durability and wear resistance during everyday use.

[0030] The item will generally be made from recycled material and will be recyclable. It should also be a lightweight material.

[0031] The combination of these features presents a practical and innovative solution in the field of footwear design, with the aim of improving comfort and support while walking, placing special emphasis on the user's postural health.

[0032] Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the manner of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to make its explanation more extensive so that any expert in the field may understand its scope and the advantages that derive from it, it being noted that, within its essentiality, it may be put into practice in other modes of embodiment that differ in detail from the one indicated as an example, and which will also achieve the protection sought provided that its fundamental principle is not altered, changed or modified.

Claims

CLAIMS 1.- Footwear element, characterized in that it comprises a plantar-shaped body (1) that has a means of fixing it to the sole of the footwear, and has at least one cavity (1.1) compatible with the studs or anchors of the footwear on which the element is fixed. 2.- Footwear element, according to claim 1, characterized in that the body (1) has at least one end, a tongue (2).

3. A footwear component according to claim 1, characterized in that the means of attachment to the sole of the footwear is a perimeter rim provided by the body (1) and which surrounds part of the edge of the footwear.

4. A footwear component according to claim 1, characterized in that the body (1) is made of a non-slip material.

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