Y3 Neue Loopband Hardloopschoen by Refaeli Ma

Y3 Neue Loopband Hardloopschoen by Refaeli Ma is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2022 A' Design Award in Brons in Schoeisel, Schoenen en Laarzen Ontwerp Competition Category.

BronsSchoeisel· 2022

Y3 Neue Loopband Hardloopschoen

by Refaeli Ma

Client: Refaeli Yaofei Ma

A' Design Award in Brons Winner in Schoeisel Category

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The Design

About Y3 Neue Loopband Hardloopschoen

De Y-3 Neue breekt met de traditie, zowel qua vorm als qua functie. Uitgerust met geavanceerde Equal-gel en kunstmatige ligamenten, voor comfort terwijl u aan uw esthetische behoeften op het gebied van athleisure voldoet. Y-3 Neue zorgt ervoor dat hardlopers beter dan ooit met de schoenen kunnen omgaan. Een stuk koolstofvezel werkt samen met het kunstmatige ligament, beginnend vanaf de onderste zijkant, omhoog over de wreef en vervolgens in twee richtingen scheidend. De twee delen werken samen om de hiel van de hardloper goed vast te houden en abnormale enkelverdraaiing tijdens het hardlopen te voorkomen.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Brons

Y3 Neue Loopband Hardloopschoen is winnaar van de A' Design Award in Brons, een hoogst prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan uitstekende ontwerpen die zich onderscheiden door creativiteit, vindingrijkheid en scherpzinnigheid. Winnaars in Brons zijn ruimschoots vaardige en opvallend creatieve artefacten die de grote ervaring, verbeelding en het vernuft van hun ontwerpers bevestigen. Y3 Neue Loopband Hardloopschoen wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerd, bewonderd en gekoesterd object te zijn dat opmerkelijk professioneel en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in Brons heeft gewonnen, verwerkt de beste praktijken in kunst, wetenschap, ontwerp en technologie en is uitstekend door zijn aandacht voor detail. Y3 Neue Loopband Hardloopschoen bevredigt schitterend behoeften, raakt verlangens, charmeert gevoelens en spreekt de nieuwsgierigheid aan.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The Y-3 Neue breaks with tradition in both form and function.
Equipped with advanced Equal gel and artificial ligaments, bring comfort while meeting your athleisure aesthetic needs.
Dimensions & Packaging: Prototype: Men size 10 (10 11/16)
Tags: footwear design, y-3, blue, gym, treadmills, keyshot, solidworks, sewing, running, user research, trend research, design strategy, concept development, creative thinking, cmf design, market reasearch
Production Technology: Equal Gel; Y - Artificial Ligament; a layer of carbon fiber on top of the insole; Hand made upper with leather and breathable mesh; 3D cast outsole with tracking pattern
Design Challenge: Identifying the needs of each runner can be very difficult. Treadmill injury to the knee is a very complex process, during which there are many uncontrollable factors. I spend a lot of time studying anatomy knowledge. Prototype production and testing is another difficulty. Model-making methods include vacuum Form, 3D Printing & Casting, hand Sewing, and Clay Modeling.
Research: Expert Interview: Orthopaedic Doctor from Peking University Third Hospital; Owner of Makerfit Studio; Trainer of Makerfit Studio; Sales Assistant Nike; Sales Assistant of Run With Us; 3 Professional Trainer and 15 Runners
Inspiration: Treadmills provide a simple, effective aerobic workout. A staple of commercial gyms, treadmills have also become one of the most popular exercise equipment machines. Most people go to the gym in order is to maintain a healthy lifestyle through exercise. Another reason is to lose weight and transition into a healthy lifestyle. Some people find a community at the gym, and they value the social interactions they have there.
Project Duration: The project started in 2018 and finished in 2020 (Los Angeles).
Operation Flow: Y-3 Neue helps runner interacts with the shoes better than ever. A layer of carbon fiber cooperates with the artificial ligament started from the bottom lateral side, going up across the insteps then separating into two directions. The two pieces work together to hold the runner's heel properly and prevent the abnormal ankle twist during the running. The ergonomic curve of the insole would provide extra support for the arch. While heel landing on the treadmill surface, the impact pushes the gel extending to the medial side to prevent overpronation.
Patents: Pending
Team Members: Lead/Sole Designer: Refaeli Yaofei Ma
Image Credits: Refaeli Yaofei Ma