Asics has once again partnered with 3D printing company LuxCreo to launch the second generation of its Actibreeze Hybrid Sandal. The performance sandal is designed for runners during rest and recovery periods and is the third footwear product from the successful partnership between LuxCreo and Asics.
Previous collaborations included a custom 3D-printed flip-flop, launched in 2021, and the fully 3D-printed Actibreeze 3D Sandal in 2022. These collaborations have often sold out within minutes of launch.
The newly revamped sandal features a 3D-printed elastic footbed, parametrically designed in an extra-thick lattice structure for advanced breathability and zoned comfort while making it very light. It utilizes a 3D-printed elastomer from LuxCreo, which boasts excellent energy return, resilience, and complies with AFIRM RSL. This elastomer material has been tested for up to 1 million cycles at 2000 newtons (4 times the average body weight) with less than 3 percent change in shape and performance. The sandal’s development is backed by extensive testing from the Asics Institute of Sport Science (ISS).
The Actibreeze Hybrid Sandals are available now from Asics retail, online stores, and specialist running outlets globally, for $80.
