Nike Free Run 3

Nike Free Run 3 offers ultra-flexible ride with all the benefits of traditional performance neutral trainer. Built on a lightweight low-profile midsole with gender specific grooves along the length and width for enhance flexibility while maintaining stability. For unparalleled comfort, it features the Dynamic Fit system, made up of ‘fingers' of soft material that wrap the midfoot and arch for a glove-like fit and a stretchy inner sleeve with seamless overlays to delivers a support, skin-like fit and the minimalistic for additional support and comfort. ( Updated Model : Nike Free 5.0 )

MSRP : US$100
Weight : 8.4 oz / 238 gm
Predecessor : Free Run 2
Product Cycle : RY.2012.→DY.2013 Mar.
Features : Style : Gender Specific, Nike® Plus : Upper : Free Specific Mesh, Dynamic Fit System, Molded sockliner, Strobel Last : Midsole : Phylite™ Midsole, Nike Free Sipes, Transtarsal Flex Grooves : Outsole : BRS 1000™, Waffle Fill

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A "Neutral Perfromance" trainer with excellent flexibility for speedwork, racing or daily training with minimun features.

History : Free Run Series : Run 3('12), Run 2('11), Run('10) : Free 5.0 Series : 5.0 V4~V1

BRS 1000™, Rearfoot : A highly durable carbon rubber we invented for use in out-soles. BRS stands for Blue Ribbon Sports, which was our name before we came up with Nike. The tie-in? Both BRS and Nike last ... and last...

Dynamic Fit System : Made up of ‘fingers' of soft material that wrap the midfoot and arch for a glove-like fit for an unparallel comfort.

Free Specific Mesh : A smealess design for breathable and barefoot comfort.

Molded Sockliner : Underfoot inserts which are molded based on the curvature of the foot for a closer fit, to provides additional cushioning and comfort.

Nike® Free Sipes : A gender-specific flex grooves midsole cut to produced a barefoot-like flexibility while maintaining stability.

Nike® Plus : A pocket under the sockliner for secure placement of Nike+ sensor. Connected to Nike Sportband or Apple iPod Series for on screen display of : Information on time, distance, calories burned and pace; real-time audible feedback also is provided through headphones.

Stroble Last : The upper is attached to a thin material that is patterned on the shape or silhouette of the midsole. Traditional strobel lasts use a thin cloth material, while newer variations use a thin sheet of EVA for a more cushioned feel.

Transtarsal Flex Grooves : Deep cuts flex grooves which runs diagonally under the midfoot area for increased flexibility and mobility to increase foot strength.

Phylite™, Midosle : Nike's lightweight mid-sole material designed for a resilient ride with enough durability to double as an out-sole.

Waffle Fill™ : Rubber sole compound for enhanced traction.