2025 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

C10 PRO 2

Entrant Company

ANTA Sports Products Limited

Category

Product Design - Outdoor & Exercise Equipment

Client's Name

Aveline Zheng

Country / Region

China

Engineered for elite marathon and long-distance racing, the C10 PRO II fuses a unique split-forefoot propulsion system with a lattice system for ultimate propulsion and pinpoint control. Inspired by the dynamic poise of a hunting shark, the shoe's asymmetrical, streamlined design embodies a "ready-to-strike" forward stance. This design functionally maintains the runner's high center of gravity, enhances push-off response, and perfectly releases the power of the sole to increase maximum speed, while visually reinforcing a competitive mindset. Tested by the Ningbo University Sports Science Institute, the C10 PRO II shows a 19% lead in acceleration performance over the current industry's top racing shoe, the adidas evo 1 (weighing only 138g). This product advances racing shoe performance from minor material tuning to true structural innovation, setting a new benchmark for competitive breakthroughs and empowering elite runners to unleash their full potential. The C10 PRO II debuts a revolutionary tri-segment split-toe design, inspired by the wear patterns on elite runner Kenenisa Bekele's race shoes and the force distribution mechanics of an ostrich's foot. By structurally separating the forefoot, the design channels propulsive force directly to the big toe for instant response and a more powerful ground reaction. This breaks the limits of traditional one-piece outsoles, delivering lighter, more precise power output—ideal for elite athletes to adjust their pace and unleash an explosive kick. The heel features an exposed carbon plate, showcasing the shoe’s power core. This design draws inspiration from the elongated heel bones of ungulates like antelope, extending the plate's lever arm to dramatically enhance stability and efficiency during gait transition. The striking, layered aesthetic reinforces the shoe's high-performance DNA while delivering a more secure and powerful push-off for the runner. With its suspended heel design, the C10 PRO II has a "natural forward lean" even at rest, mimicking the explosive posture of a sprinter in the starting blocks. This design doesn't just visually prime you for speed; it creates a functional advantage. The extended forefoot outsole curve works in tandem with an increased toe-spring angle, helping athletes maintain a high center of gravity with every step.

Credits

ANTA Sports Products Limited
Aveline Zheng
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