Nike Vapor Laser Talon
Taking advantage of 3D printing technology, Nike introduces the Vapor Laser Talon. Nike was able to speed up its development schedule using Selective Laser Sintering technology to quickly create prototypes which eventually led to a lightweight, high-traction plate (5.6oz total weight) that also happens to be the first 3D printed plate to hit the soccer field. Nike
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Puma Mobium
Puma introduces the Mobium, their latest achievement in running shoes that adapts to the natural movement of your foot as you run. It does this with its "Mobium Elite" system that adjusts to your foot as it expands and contracts while an elasticized band helps enhance take off with springy performance and stability. $110, Puma
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adidas Energy Boost
adidas is unveiling what they're calling a revolution in running shoes with the launch of their new Boost foam technology. Created with partner and chemical behemoth BASF, the companies developed a midsole of thousands of energy capsules that is highly temperature resistant compared to commonly used materials and provides a continuous steam of efficient and high energy return in a lightweight package. $150, adidas
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Oakley Cipher 2
Oakley takes lightweight performance one step further with the lightest golf shoe to hit the market, the Cipher 2. The one piece, water-proof upper helps the shoe weigh in at 260g and a cleatless, NanoSpike outsole that improves grip and keeps your feet lower to the ground to help swing stability on the course. $150, Oakley
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Nike Air Max Cage
Nike's Air Max Cage might not possess your feet with the quickness of a teenage Michael Chang, but it might get your close. The lightweight Tennis sneakers debut the brand's "Drag-On" technology, a unique series of large and small hole patterns that offer flex and support when you're chasing those high speed serves. Other features include mesh throughout the shoe that keeps the shoe breathable and a wider last for more comfort. Nike
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Smaat
Minimalist runners have a new choice with Smaat, a new brand based around lightweight running shoes. The shoes come in three versions: The Midlander, a shoe for new minimalist runners designed to aid in moving from heel striking to midfoot and forefoot striking. In the middle is the Lolander which is for more experienced runners with its 4mm heal-to-toe drop. And last, but not least is the 6.9oz Splitlander, a shoe with a split-toe that helps with balance and and flexibility. $90-$110, Smaat
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Nike Flyknit Track Spike
Nike's increasingly popular Flyknit technology makes its way to the oval with the debut of the Flyknit Track Spike. Nike combined the seamless, glove-like fit of the Flyknit and created a narrower fit for the track and added Flywire for support. All of this comes in at a feather-like 3.9oz, just what you need when you're trying to crush the 200M dash. Link
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Adidas Adipure Running
Adidas joins the natural running party with its first collection for every class of runner with their new Adipure running lineup. Designed to better emulate barefoot running, the shoes ($90-$110) utilize lightweight materials and cushioning to support and complement the natural motion of your feet. One example, the Adipure Adapt (top), features a sleek, slip-on design with a "TECHFIT" upper that stretches over the foot like as second skin and uses a thin plate for protection and structure while still maintaining the barefoot-running feel. Link
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Nike GS Football Boot
Nike is debuting the lightest football boot they've ever produced and to create it they used castor beans, yes, you head right, beans. The GS Football Boot ($300) features renewable materials in the upper and plate to achieve the shoe's lightweight qualities. To do this, Nike made the high performance sole plate out of Pebax Renu, a renewable, plant-dervied resource made with 97% castor beans which is also used in the sockliner. Link
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Nike+ Training
Nike takes the wraps off the next generation of it Nike+ with the new Nike+ Training system. At the center of the new system is a new Nike Pressure Sensor that's built into the shoe which measures user movement and wirelessly transmits that data to the Nike+ Training App to provide activity metrics, workout guidance, and much more. Available June 29th, 2012. Link
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