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PROJECT VORTEX CARBON SOLESYSTEM

The Responsiveness of Carbon, Made for the Trail.

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Designed for Elite Trail Racing from fast rolling hills to demanding ascents and descents.

 

Use Case: Competitive Trail and Off-Road Racing

Trail to Off Trail — Granite, Slate, Sandstone, Roots, and Scree.

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"The responsiveness, grip, and technical capacity is off the charts."

Alyssa Clark (Vibram Athlete) 

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DESIGNED TO ASCEND TO NEW HEIGHTS

Vibram Zoned Knit Upper

Vibram Carbitex Monoflex plate

M1100 plate

1.45mm, X-ratio 1.65+/- 0.25

Vibram Carbitex Gearflex plate

G1100 plate

1.45mm, X-ratio 2.85 +/- 0.25

Vibram Super Critical Midsole

60/40 42-48C, 0.14-0.2sg

Vibram MegaGrip Elite Litebase Outsole 66-72A, 1.14-1.2sg

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TESTING, FEEDBACK, AND FINDINGS
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TESTING TO DATE

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HEELUXE

TRACTION AND IMPACT

Traction: Increased braking  

  • ↑ 18.1 N Gravel  

  • ↑ 31 N River Rock

Midsole: Great performance  

  • ↑ 7.5% Energy Return  

  • ↓ 1.8 G Impact

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SPORT INSIGHT

RUNNING PERFORMANCE
AND BIOMECHANICS

Energy Savings:

  • (Trending) Reduced MTP joint metrics

Stability:

  • Reduced ankle pronation at midstance.

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VIBRAM

ON-FOOT / FIELD TESTING

Testers:

  • N=6 AK, CO (2), AZ, ID, MA

  • Mileage: 60-200 miles

Comments: Highly positive

  • Unique Offering

  • Lightweight and great versatile shoe

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Footwear Testing Lab (Goleta, CA)

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Biomechanical Testing Experts (Calgary, AB)

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Team Vibram Athletes/Testers

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KEY TAKEAWAYS
VIBRAM CARBON-LOADED ENGINE WITH MEGAGRIP ELITE

  • Best traction scores on outdoor surfaces.

  • Soft cushioning and high energy return.

  • Lightweight, responsive, grippy, and efficient ride.

 MEGAGRIP ELITE TECH SHEET: 

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