Insect-Inspired Kicks

The Umbro Centipax Soccer Shoe is Like a Pillow on Your Foot

With the World Cup just mere months away now, I'm sure your anticipation has reached an almost unbearable level. In case you're hoping to get a little bit of a tournament going of your own, you're going to need some serious shoes to dominate the turf and the Umbro Centipax soccer shoe will let you feel like your hovering all the way to the end zone.

With its shape and dynamics mimicking that of a centipede, the Umbro Centipax soccer shoe is probably the most impact-absorbing pair of kicks out there. With the outsole comprised of injected EVA, you'll be able to crank that ball to the other end without even feeling a thing.

Insect-inspired Footwear
Creating sports shoes inspired by the anatomy of insects presents an opportunity for innovative, impact-absorbing designs.
Injected EVA Outsoles
Using injected EVA in shoe outsoles provides an opportunity for ultra impact-absorption and enhanced performance.
Centipede-inspired Design
Taking design cues from the body mechanics of centipedes introduces an opportunity to create highly dynamic and functional footwear.

Industries Being Reshaped

Athletic Footwear
Integrating insect-inspired and injected EVA design elements in athletic footwear can provide a competitive edge in performance and comfort.
Sports Equipment
Incorporating insect-inspired and injected EVA design elements in sports equipment can enhance durability and performance capabilities.
Outdoor Apparel
Applying centipede-inspired design in outdoor apparel can lead to innovative and functional garments that enable better mobility and agility.
SCORE
3.8 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 49%
Activity 57%
Freshness 8%