VOLLEYBALL SHOES COMPOSITION AND TECHNICAL FEATURES
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VOLLEYBALL SHOES COMPOSITION AND TECHNICAL FEATURES

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LACES AND TONGUE
LACES AND TONGUE

 

The lacing helps to hold the foot in the shoe.


The use of mesh fabric on the tongue provides ventilation.

LACES AND TONGUE
UPPER
Characteristics of the upper

 

Part of the shoe that provides ventilation with the use of mesh fabric (better vented and lighter).


Includes some reinforcements to prevent premature wear.


Mainly in synthetic materials.

 

MIDSOLE
Technical Features

 

EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) or compression-moulded EVA (including insole).


Shock absorption.


Bonded into the shoe.


Air bubble in the heel for cushioning.

 

Outsole
OUTSOLE
Outsole

 

Can be made from rubber (for stiffness), PU or TPU (more resistant to wear, stiffer, better support).
Outsole detail:


- Turn point: helps the player's foot turn for direction changes.


- Grip: helps traction on the floor.


- Outer grip: provides good grip.