ANNOUNCED IN FEBRUARY BY GLOBAL ATHLETIC-WEAR BEHEMOTH NIKE, the Go FlyEase—an innovative,
“hands-free” sneaker—is a potential game-changer for the industry. With a sleek profile and Nike’s signature bright colors, the easy-wear shoe lands far from traditionally bland adaptive models. Available in three colorways, Go FlyEase has a patentpending design that features two 22
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core components: the tensioner, a large elastic band stretching around the entire shoe, and a bi-stable hinge in the heel. By inserting a foot into the shoe, the wearer applies weight to the hinge, locking it closed and allowing the tensioner to hold the shoe in place. To remove the shoe, the wearer simply steps on the heel “kickstand” (with the opposite foot) and lifts the shoe-wearing foot up
and out. While lace-free shoes aren’t new to the market, the Go FlyEase expands the category by providing a new, brand-name option—one that can mean a heightened sense of independence, style, and confidence, whether you’re on the court, in class, carrying groceries, or just hanging out with friends.
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