EasyStride

  • Prize
    Winner in Sportswear Design / Walking & Running
  • University
    Shih Chien University
  • Lead Designer
    Chun-Sheng Wang
  • Design Status
    Prototype
  • Project Link

Description
EasyStride is a concept design for casual sports shoes, specifically tailored for individuals with cerebral palsy, ALS, or limited mobility among the elderly.
For these users, putting on shoes poses significant challenges, such as bending over, flexing legs, or performing precise finger movements.
This product simplifies the shoe-wearing process, enabling users to put on and take off shoes more easily and efficiently.

Innovation
EasyStride features a shoe structure that can open and close extensively, with an elastic steel plate integrated into the heel serving as the key component for quick and easy wearability. Magnets secure the shoe structure, while quick laces allow for easy adjustment of tightness. This design minimizes effort and significantly enhances the efficiency of putting on and taking off the shoes.

The midsole, made of TPU material, incorporates a grid-patterned 3D-printed structure. The grid density is optimized based on the pressure distribution of the foot during walking, providing superior comfort for long-term wear.

Although designed as an assistive shoe for individuals with disabilities, its aesthetic and style closely resemble standard sports footwear. This approach reduces the sense of dependency on assistive devices and helps users maintain their dignity.

Product Detail
-Breathable Mesh Fabric: Enhances comfort and ensures lightweight performance.
-PU Shell on Heel and Toe: Provides improved support and protection.
-TPU 3D-Printed Grid Midsole: Reduces fatigue during prolonged walking.
-Kevlar Quick Laces: Durable and efficient for easy adjustment.
-D3O Insole: Enhances foot conformity and walking comfort, providing superior support during movement.

Specification
A unisex design with a prototype size of US10. The upper features a deep gray color scheme, offering comfort and lightweight performance.



  • FIT Seal

FIT Sport Design Awards 2025
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