# Green-Thumbed Sneakers The Nike GS Football Boot is Composed of Ultra Slick Recycled Materials By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-07-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-thumbed-sneakers-the-nike-gs-football-boot-is-composed-of-ultra-slick References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2012/07/09/nike-gs-football-boot-by-nike) & [nike](http://www.nike.com/) Composed almost entirely of recycled and sustainable materials, the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiempo-sneaker) GS Football Boot is durable and ultra-lightweight. The green-toed boots weigh in at an impressive 160 grams, making this one feather light pair of runners. The internal sock lining is made solely with castor beans, while the lining, tongue and laces are constructed of 70% recycled plastic bottles and polyester. Nike unveiled the [eco-friendly speed sneaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-runner) at the 2012 London summer games and boasts it is the "lightest and fastest football boot we’ve ever made." The high-end shoe is a triple threat powerhouse where renewable, recyclable and performance come together in one slick look. Designed to withstand the high-paced European sport, the Nike GS Football Boot will give wings to even the fastest players on the field. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop and implement new methods for creating sneakers using recycled and sustainable materials, reducing environmental impact. - **Eco-friendly Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative and stylish designs that prioritize sustainability while maintaining high performance. - **Lightweight Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new materials and manufacturing techniques to create even lighter sneakers for improved performance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate eco-friendly and sustainable materials into footwear manufacturing processes, meeting the growing consumer demand for sustainable products. - **Sportswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable practices into sportswear manufacturing, creating eco-friendly and high-performance athletic apparel. - **Recycling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced recycling technologies to efficiently process and reuse materials from discarded sneakers, reducing waste and promoting circular economy. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Speed-Aiding Advanced Football Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50.md) - [Metallic Tinged Football Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiempo-sneaker.md) - [Athlete-Approved Football Boot Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/football-boot.md) - [Sustainable Knitted Toddler Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swoosh-1-trainer.md) - [Futuristic Metallic Football Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-1.md) - [Football Boot-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-tiempo.md) - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Retro Leather Sneaker Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-90-iii-3.md) - [Metallic Indoor Soccer Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-gold-colorway.md)