2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

AG - Saker Speed RC

Entrant

Anta (China) Co., Ltd

Category

Fashion Design - Footwear

Client's Name

ANTA GUANJUN

Country / Region

China

About The Entry

Specifically designed for elite trail athletes, this racing shoe, centered around the dynamic integration of road-running and trail-running functionalities, offers sustained rolling propulsion, reliable traction, optimal stability, and enhanced protection across varied terrains, assisting in breaking through performance barriers in competitive settings.

1. Dual Propulsion System (Midsole & Carbon Fiber Plate): The midsole featuring the pronounced curvature aligns with the rolling gait of runners, delivering sustained propulsion on undulating trail courses. The ‘TRIDENT’ shovel-shaped carbon fiber plate improves rolling efficiency across diverse terrains: the split forefoot area ensures forefoot agility on complex terrains, while the extended rearfoot area allows runners to maintain stability even at high speeds.

2. Excellent Energy Return: The dual-layer midsole achieves breakthroughs in both resilience and durability. The upper layer, made of TPF plates and nitrogen supercritical foaming material, achieves over 90% energy return rate; the lower one employs the TPU preformed outer frame and nitrogen supercritical foaming technology, providing enhanced abrasion resistance on outdoor terrains and maintaining over 85% energy return rate.

3. Reliable Traction: The outsole draws inspiration from tires used for off-road vehicles, featuring a multi-lug structure (each lug boasts a height of 3.5 mm) engineered to meet biomechanical demands during uphill and downhill motion. Combined with Vibram megagrip technology (for wet surfaces), Litebase technology, and TractionLug technology, it offers reliable traction across challenging terrains.

4. Full-Scenario Protection: The lightweight elastic upper naturally adapts to the foot’s shape. The dynamic lockdown system secures the midfoot to prevent slipping. The customized mesh keeps out debris like sand and gravel. The quick lacing system supports convenient tightness adjustment.

5. Minimalism & Functionalism: The side of the upper features ANTA GUANJUN’s signature design language—the A-shaped design (inspired by the poised dynamism of a falcon ready to strike). This biomimetic design translates principles of aerodynamics and structural mechanics into a visually striking expression, giving a sense of vitality and speed.

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Credits

General manager/ Anta (China) Co., Ltd
Shijie Zhou
Senior designer/ Anta (China) Co., Ltd
Xinheng Jiang
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