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Nike Ites Snow Boot: Adjustable fit with throwback detail

Borrowing a look from legendary hoops shoes, the Nike Ites Men's Snow Boot brings a retro edge to the mountain. This high-performance boot is designed for flexibility and customized comfort with a Nike Free outsole and an articulated Flex system in the liner for three levels of snugness.

Benefits

• Synthetic upper with TPU overlays for durability and support
• Flywire Technology in the cuff for support and a lightweight, lockdown feel
• Webbing lace system with minimized eyestays and lace lock for less bulk and zonal tightening
• Interior adjustable Nike Flex system for three levels of comfort
• Nike Free outsole for a more natural range of motion and better board feel
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Origins

After learning that Stanford athletes had been training barefoot on the university's golf course, three of Nike's most innovative and creative employees set out to develop a shoe that felt natural and weightless, similar to bare feet. In 2002, they examined a group of men and women with pressure-measuring insoles taped to their feet, using high-speed cameras to capture images of each foot in motion.

 

The team spent eight years studying the biomechanics of shoeless running. The results yielded a profound understanding of the foot's natural landing angle, pressure and toe position, allowing Nike designers to build an unconventional and flexible running shoe from the inside out.

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