Footwear structure and method of forming the same

Details Footwear structure and method of forming the same Footwear structure and method of forming the same

2006-06-13

2006-06-13

Kavanaugh, Ted (Department: 3728)

Boots, shoes, and leggings

Soles

Rope

C036S03000A, C036S00300B, C036S07600R, C036S029000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07059067

ABSTRACT:
A footwear structure including an outsole, an upper and a midsole. The outsole may include at least one stretch zone for allowing expansion and contraction of the outsole, e.g. corresponding to expansion and contraction of a user's foot during wear. The upper may include stretch zones for allowing expansion of the upper, and the midsole may include varying regions of rigidity.

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