Cluster 3 (D) Black (male/youth) is a great black school shoe option that's also a cross-trainer. Built to last the distance, this style is comfortable, stable and reliable.
Benefit: Confidence that the perpetual rubber outsole will hold up to the toughest school activities.
What is it: Guarantee that the outsole will not wear through to the midsole within 6 months of purchase date.
Where is it: On the bottom of the shoe where it contacts the ground.
Benefit: Hardest wearing material enhancing the durability and longevity of the shoe. Excellent traction between the shoe and the ground. Non-marking.
What is it: Specially formulated vulcanized rubber.
Where is it: On the bottom of the shoe where it contacts the ground.
Benefit: Arch support and pronation control. Removable, making the shoe suitable for orthotics. Also promotes airflow under the foot during activity.
What is it: EVA foam formed to cup around the heel and under the arch. Holes distributed from the forefoot and around the arch, combined with channels moulded into the bottom of the insole promote airflow.
Where is it: Inside the shoe, directly under the foot.
Benefit: Soft, lightweight cushioning that absorbs impact shock.
What is it: ethylene-vinyl acetate
Where is it: The midsole of the shoe, which is the part under the foot, between the outsole and the upper.
Benefit: Supports the arch area of the foot (midfoot), and reduces stress on the ligaments that often cause fatigue and pain.
What is it: Hard, moulded thermoplastic (TPU or Nylon) or hardened rubber.
Where is it: Midfoot region of the outsole of the shoe.
Benefit: Supports the arch area of the foot, and prevents the shoe from bending in the wrong place (in the middle of the shoe). The shoe should naturally bend across the joints in the forefoot region.
What is it: A hardened nylon piece.
Where is it: Placed internally (in the sole) in the arch area of the shoe.
Benefit: Supports the ankle and holds the heel firmly in place, providing excellent stability when the foot first strikes the ground. A firm heel counter is essential for fundamental support and stability.
What is it: Thermal Rubber material that is shaped to match the contours of your heel.
Where is it: Inside the upper part of the shoe, surrounding the back and sides of the heel.
Benefit: Natural feeling leather with added durability and water resistance.
What is it: Natural cowhide split leather with a PU surface coating for durability and water resistance.
Where is it: On the upper (top part)
Benefit: Adjustability of fit around the forefoot for a perfect custom fit.
What is it: A floating eyeletstay (lacing area) construction that is not directly stitched to the vamp.
Where is it: On the upper of the shoe, in the forefoot near the first hole where the shoelaces begin.
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