Achilles will release two types of Nordic walking shoes (OIN 3590/OIN 3590) from the U.S. sports brand SPALDING in early March at its official Web store, shoe specialty stores nationwide, and various e-commerce sites.
The thick, highly cushioned midsole is rounded at the heel, designed to allow smooth movement from landing to stepping into the foot. In addition, ERP, an original material with high resilience and shock absorption, supports propulsive force when walking.
The insole is made of highly resilient material that assists in strong kicking. It is water absorbent, quick-drying, and removable. The outsole is designed to resemble tire grooves to support walking on slippery rainy days. The heel is also equipped with a reflector for reassurance at night.
In addition, the highly functional waterproof material “DiAPLEX” is used for the lining inside the shoes, making them waterproof while also taking into consideration the environment inside the shoes. The shoes are said to be useful for trekking in satoyama, where road surface changes are severe, as well as for normal walking.
The OIN 3590 (sizes 24.5-30.0 cm) is available in black, sand, dark brown, and navy; the OIN 3600 (sizes 22.5-25.0 cm) comes in gray and gray/rose pink. Both are priced at 7,700 yen.
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