160X 6.0 Pro Izihlangu Zokubaleka by Xtep (China) Co., Ltd.

160X 6.0 Pro Izihlangu Zokubaleka by Xtep (China) Co., Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Ibhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award in Uyilo lweZihlangu, iShuz kunye neeBhutsi Competition Category.

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160X 6.0 Pro Izihlangu Zokubaleka

by Xtep (China) Co., Ltd.

Client: Xtep (China) Co., Ltd.

Ibhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award Winner in Izihlangu Category

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The Design

About 160X 6.0 Pro Izihlangu Zokubaleka

I-160X 6.0 Pro sisihlangu sokubaleka esiphuhliselwe ugqatso lwemarathon. Esi sihlangu sinobunzima obungama-171 eegram, nto leyo eyehlisa umthwalo othwalwa ngababaleki kwimigama emide. Ipleyiti yekhabhoni ekhaphukhaphu idibanisa imicu yepolyimide kunye namaleko asibhozo omcu wekhabhoni. Uyilo lwenzwane esahlukanisiweyo kunye nomgca ophakamileyo we-arch zongeza ukubhetyezeka nokutyhalela phambili kwinxalenye engaphambili yonyawo, ngelixa udonga olugobele ngaphakathi luphucula uzinzo xa uhlile. I-midsole yenziwe ngobuchwepheshe be-Xtep Ace kunye ne-foam injection molding, kwaye i-outsole isebenzisa umatheriyeli we-CPU. Umphezulu we-jacquard uvumela umoya kwaye usongela unyawo.

The Recognition

About the Ibhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award

160X 6.0 Pro Izihlangu Zokubaleka ngumphumeleli weIbhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award, ukuqatshelwa okuhlonitshwayo kakhulu okunikwa imiyilo eyahlukileyo ngokwenene, entle nenobungangamsha. Abaphumeleleyo bePlatinam zizimanga zendalo, ubungqina bemida yobuchule bengqondo, kwaye babonisa ubungcali nobuchule obungenakuthelekiswa babayili babo. Le miyilo iyathenjwa ukuba ibe yeyona misebenzi idumileyo echaza ubuhle bexesha, ineegalelo kwintlalontle yoluntu kwaye inyusa imida yobugcisa, inzululwazi, uyilo kunye nobuchwephesha. 160X 6.0 Pro Izihlangu Zokubaleka ibonisa inqanaba elingaphaya kokuqhelekileyo lokugqwesa kwaye ngokungathandabuzekiyo yenza ihlabathi libe yindawo engcono ngeempawu zayo eziluncedo nezixabisekileyo. 160X 6.0 Pro Izihlangu Zokubaleka ngumsebenzi ophumeleleyo weIbhaso Leplatinam le-A' Design Award ovusa iinqwenelo, ukhuthaza, ushukumisa, uvuyisa kwaye udala uvuyo olukhulu.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The 160X6.0 Pro redefines marathon shoes with its maximum efficiency and minimal weight. It pioneers the use of an aerospace grade carbon plate, crafted from globally unprecedented materials. It is further enhanced with an innovative structure and groundbreaking Xtep ace midsole technology to deliver stronger propulsion. Weighing just 171g, it significantly reduces the burden on runners, allowing them to achieve peak performance.
Dimensions & Packaging: 250*120*110
Tags: Marathon shoes, Strong propulsion, Lightweight design, Safe cushioning, Durable
Production Technology: 1.A lightweight, cushioned, and durable midsole: crafted using Xtep Ace technology and foam injection molding.
2.A lightweight carbon plate of high strength: combining polyimide fibers with eight layers of carbon fiber.
3.A lightweight and durable outsole: made from Cpu material.
4.A breathable and lightweight upper that comfortably wraps around the foot: featuring a custom Jacquard design.
Design Challenge: The main challenge in this design was to strike a balance between comfort and high performance during prolonged running. To this end, the design team worked closely with numerous professional marathoners, meticulously refining the shoe design based on detailed analyses of their morphology and running patterns. Additionally, they optimized the midsole, carbon plate, and manufacturing techniques, all aimed at optimal comfort and race performance.
Research: As global marathon events gain popularity and competitive levels rise, professional marathoners are demanding more from their gear, seeking to minimize equipment weight without compromising their race performance, all in pursuit of enhanced athletic efficiency. In response, the 160X6.0 Pro has been innovated in materials, craftsmanship, and structure, ultimately reducing the shoe weigh to merely 171g while delivering strong propulsion to help runners improve their performance.
Inspiration: In the realm of marathons, where physical strength, stamina, and willpower are put to the test, a right pair of running shoes can make all the difference. The 160X6.0 Pro rises to this challenge. Meticulously enhancing every aspect through material and structural innovations, it is lighter, propels with greater efficiency, provides steadfast stability, and envelops feet in unparalleled comfort, pushing marathoners beyond their limits and reaching a new height of achievement.
Project Duration: The design and development of the 160X6.0 Pro started in May, 2023, in Xiamen, with an anticipated market launch set for August 2024.
Operation Flow: The carbon plate incorporates a split toe design and a raised arch contour, enhancing forefoot flexibility while also offering stronger propulsion. This synergy empowers marathoner to achieve their peak performance. Moreover, the carbon plate utilizes an inwardly up curved sidewall design to improve stability upon landing, and the heel to toe drop at the midsole is increased from 3mm to 5mm to boost rebound and shock absorption, assuring secure strides as marathoners as they push their limits.
Team Members: Long Zhang