TITLE

High (tech) tops

AUTHOR(S)

Fritz, Sandy

PUB. DATE

July 1994

SOURCE

Popular Science;Jul94, Vol. 245 Issue 1, p66

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Examines how engineered footwear has transformed the once-humble sneaker. Study, time and dollars poured into the investigation of the human body in motion that has spawned a new generation of sport and exercise shoes that are the most carefully engineered devices that ever wrapped around a foot; Testing of shoes by athletes and machines; Difficulty deciding which shoe is best for your needs. INSETS: Four + one = one (shoe's sole);In the beginning...(Converse's All Star sneaker), by S.F..

ACCESSION #

9407087763

 

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