With the folks over at Nike unveiling fresh new products left and right, it comes as no surprise that Nike Tennis has unveiled a brand new model. Featuring a lightweight Hyperfuse upper with Lunarlon cushioning, we would like to cordially introduce you toe the Lunar Ballistec. Coming in weighing three ounces less than the average tennis shoe, these kicks are sure to add an extra level of agility and comfort to your tennis game. Check out some detailed looks along with a word from Nike after the jump and be sure to drop us a line in the comments section below.
Via Nike Inc:
Nike Tennis continuously focuses on delivering lighter, faster and better products for tennis athletes. That journey has trade-offs and challenges—especially with regard to footwear. A light shoe needs to be durable enough to last five sets on hot, hard courts or slide with finesse and control on clay. But a shoe with the right protection and support elements needs to be faster than its predecessors. It’s a constant balancing act that provides an inspiring challenge to the Nike Tennis design team who focused on innovation in three key areas: the upper, midsole and outsole:
UPPER: Borrowing in style and material from popular Nike Football and Nike Basketball designs, the synthetic leather and mesh upper on the Nike Lunar Ballistec reduces weight while providing a supportive fit for the player. Dynamic Nike Flywire technology wraps the mid foot and arch for an adaptive and glove-like fit that is customizable using the lacing system of the shoe.
MIDSOLE: The Lunarlon midsole of the Nike Lunar Ballistec is full-length and was crafted especially for tennis footwear. The material features a soft, yet resilient, foam core encased within a proprietary foam carrier for ultra-plush cushioning, springy response and real support. A TPU mid foot shank delivers great stability during the kinds of quick directional changes and sprints seen during play.
OUTSOLE: Extensive foot pressure and performance data was utilized to create the unique outsole of the Nike Lunar Ballistec. The outsole provides extreme levels of durability and traction where it is most required, while material has been removed where it’s not needed to make it as light as possible. This outsole puts the player closer to the ground for better support and control when sliding into a shots. Outrigger technology on the lateral side of the shoe enhances launch for quick sprints across the court and flex grooves deliver better articulation and flexibility to allow the foot to move more naturally.
