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Sole with removable insert

US5212878A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 31, 1992
Grant dateMay 25, 1993
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Expiry dateJan 31, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA43B13/187
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A sole for an article of footwear, such as an athletic shoe, comprises a mass of sole-forming material having provided therein a block of material functioning harmoniously with the remaining mass of material and providing a receptacle in the sole; and a user-selectable, removable insert fitted in the receptacle to impart desired energy characteristics to the sole. The insert can be selected by the user according to his particular needs.

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