2024 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

260X

Entrant Company

Xtep (China) Co., Ltd.

Category

Product Design - Outdoor & Exercise Equipment

Client's Name

Xtep (China) Co., Ltd.

Country / Region

China

The Xtep 260X is a new running shoe model specially designed for marathon training. It boasts a configuration and performance comparable to top-level running shoes while simultaneously incorporating the benefits of high stability, comfort, durability, and low threshold of mastery. It aims to enhance the efficiency of runners' speed training and protect their feet from injuries.

After thorough consideration of the user's needs for marathon training, the design team has replaced the traditional nylon plate with a higher-strength T400 special-shaped carbon plate in the 260X. This replacement enhances propulsion during running, making users more adaptable to top-level running shoes with more radical performance during official races. Moreover, the carbon plate has a gentle curvature that can effectively reduce foot pressure. The widening design of the forefoot and mid-waist part significantly improves the shoes' torsion resistance, ensuring the landing's stability and reducing the risk of injuries during training.

The midsole of the 260X is made of PEBA supercritical foam material, which possesses excellent resilience. This foam provides both powerful energy feedback and reduces the impact of landing, ensuring the safety of users. The midsole is moulded in one piece with the 3D printing technique, providing excellent tear resistance. The CPU outsole with excellent abrasion resistance combined with the midsole allows the 260X to run up to 2,000 kilometres, which is suitable for daily long-distance running training.

The 260X also features an innovative lightweight and resilient upper with excellent breathability, preventing heat from accumulating inside the shoe, which enhances the user's comfort.

Credits

Advanced Designer of Shoe Products
Zubin Wang
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