Brooks Running recently debuted its newest road-to-tail adaptable shoe, the Divide 3. Launched this month, the shoe has a hybrid fit, including an air mesh upper for breathability and a TPU mudguard to protect the foot. This shoe provides trail running traction alongside all the benefits and flexibility of road running shoes.
The Divide 3 has a reconfigured midsole that boasts a soft DNA LOFT cushion for smooth transitions, plus flexibility and protection from road to trail. Moreover, the shoe features wet-dry traction so runners can feel confident venturing on and off the road. Lastly, the Divide 3 offers slide slits on shoes for drainage and an all-new air mesh upper for breathability.
Brooks Running's Divide 3 is available in both men's and women's styles.
Road-to-Trail Shoes
Brooks Running Debuts its Latest Adaptable Shoe -- the Divide 3
Trend Themes
1. Adaptable Footwear - There is an opportunity to create adaptable footwear that caters to both trail and road running.
2. Hybrid Fit - Developing shoes with a hybrid fit that includes both breathable and protective materials can appeal to runners who value versatility.
3. Wet-dry Traction - Creating shoes with wet-dry traction can provide consumers with peace of mind when transitioning from road running to trail running.
Industry Implications
1. Sportswear - The sportswear industry can explore producing adaptable shoes that fulfill all the requirements of a hybrid runner.
2. Outdoor Recreation - The outdoor recreation industry can benefit from footwear that caters to runners who enjoy both road and trail running.
3. Footwear - Footwear companies can focus on creating shoes that provide protection, breathability and versatility for hybrid runners.