# Spiked Running Shoes This 3D-Printed Running Shoe Design is Tailored to Professional Athletes By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-10-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-running-shoe References: [3dprinting](https://3dprinting.com/news/spiked-running-shoe-structure-printed-in-one-piece/) & [crptechnology](https://www.crptechnology.com/) This [3D-printed running shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customfit-3d-printed-shoes) features a design that's printed in one piece and optimized for professional athletes with 3D scanning and other technologies. The unconventional spiked running shoe design is made with carbon fiber reinforced Windform material, which is commonly used in aerospace applications. Even though the design has parts that are thinner than others, the outsole, midsole, pins and ribbing of the shoe are durable and easily customized as needed. The process of creating the innovative footwear design begins by [scanning the foot for biomechanical analysis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobiome). After a 3D map has been created, the computer technology determines the best points where support can be provided to enhance an individual's athletic performance. The upper portion of the footwear design is made from fabric that fits like a sock within the [cage-like outer portion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoskyn). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **3d-printed Athletic Footwear:** Create custom 3D-printed shoes with biomechanical analysis and improve athlete performance. - **Carbon Fiber Reinforced Materials:** Incorporate durable carbon fiber reinforced materials for aerospace and athletic applications. - **Biomechanical Analysis Technology:** Utilize biomechanical analysis technology to optimize athletic footwear design. ### Where This Applies - **Athletic Footwear:** Innovate athletic footwear design with 3D printing and biomechanical analysis technology. - **Aerospace:** Explore the potential for carbon fiber materials in aerospace applications and collaborations with athletic footwear companies. - **Sports Biomechanics:** Develop and market biomechanical analysis technology for customized athletic footwear design and athlete performance improvement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Winter Sport Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bobsled-footwear.md) - [3D-Printed Sports Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-max-1000.md) - [Scan-to-Print Custom Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobiome.md) - [3D Printed Shoe Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customfit-3d-printed-shoes.md) - [Tire-Inspired Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-kype-pro.md) - [Personalized Footwear Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asics-personalization-studio.md) - [3D-Printed Lattice Futuristic Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/climamog.md) - [Hyper-Futuristic Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-rb-nitrotm-elite.md) - [3D-Printed Skeletal Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoskyn.md)