The conceptual 'City Glider' sneaker has been designed by Frederick Phua Wei Qiang as a futuristic footwear style that would work to provide urbanites with a way to support their walking. The shoes are constructed with a pneumatic system that would help to add in additional support, while also enabling the wearer to walk with a speedier pace. This would allow a person to walk for longer distances without having to worry about an increased occurrence of fatigue or pain.
The conceptual 'City Glider' sneaker helps to extend the capabilities of an able-bodied person and help them to make longer walking commutes a part of their everyday routine for better overall health. The footwear also maintains a futuristic style that would no doubt be appreciated by avid sneaker collectors alike.
Image Credit: Frederick Phua Wei Qiang
What's Driving This Trend
- Pneumatic Footwear
- The use of pneumatic systems in footwear can provide additional support and reduce fatigue.
- Futuristic Footwear
- Incorporating futuristic designs into footwear can attract sneaker collectors and enthusiasts.
- Health-enhancing Footwear
- Footwear that enables longer commutes and reduces fatigue can encourage healthy habits and lifestyles.
Who This Affects Most
- Footwear Industry
- Footwear companies can incorporate pneumatic systems and futuristic designs to create health-enhancing sneakers.
- Sportswear Industry
- Sportswear companies can integrate pneumatic systems and futuristic designs to create performance-enhancing sneakers for athletes.
- Fitness Industry
- Fitness companies can promote the use of health-enhancing footwear to encourage longer walking commutes and promote healthier lifestyles.
