Sports Shoes Freedom Trainers Black

Your feet are free to move, nothing restricts them. The upper is cut from one piece of stretch mesh knit. Your feet don't rub anything, nothing can stop them. Air moves freely through the mesh, your feet stay cool as if you were walking barefoot.

• Your super comfortable partner for cross training, training classes, road running and everyday life.
• The upper is cut from one piece of stretch mesh knit. Your feet don't rub anything, nothing can stop them.
• ERGO-flex™ soles help your feet move naturally. An ergonomically placed flex point moves with the ball of your foot and flows with its movement. The high-traction tread provides traction and the patented support system provides cushioning and support.
• Air moves freely through the mesh, your feet stay cool as if you were walking barefoot.
• Ballistically welded construction means that the upper stays attached to the outsole even with regular intensive use. Removable EVA insoles for forefoot and midfoot support.

ERGO-flex™ soles help your feet move naturally. An ergonomically placed flex point moves with the ball of your foot and flows with its movement. The high-traction tread provides traction and the patented support system provides cushioning and support.

Like all WVSport models, they are made with a ballistic welded construction, which means the upper will stay attached to the outsole even with regular heavy use.

WVSport models are designed and produced in the foothills of the Dolomites, Italy. Each model is created using CAD design technology that simulates the different phases of the walking experience. Advanced components and construction methods are used to create the models as a patented support system, meaning the fit is always comfortable and secure.

Development samples are lab tested for days on end for their abrasion resistance, durability and water resistance. Developing new models can take months and sometimes years.

The factory has one of the largest photovoltaic installations in Italy, meaning that 70% of the energy used to produce WVSport shoes comes from solar energy.

In addition to operating under EU employment, discrimination and health and safety legislation, the factory also has its own Charter of Human Responsibilities (or Code of Ethics) which ensures that the company is committed to respecting the rights, and the dignity of its employees.

To obtain the materials to make each model, we work with the factory using a traceability system that allows us to trace every step of the production process, so we always know what was used and where it came from.

Care

These sneakers are very breathable, the upper is made of a flexible knitted mesh. This means they are not water resistant . If you want dry feet, you can not wear it for a long time in light rain, walking through shallow puddles, through wet grass, light snow. In these cases, water will enter the footwear, usually through the mesh, eyelets or around the tongue.

• You can wear these in colder temperatures, but they are not insulated. We recommend wearing a thick, insulating sock to keep your feet warm in sub-zero temperatures, otherwise you could get cold feet.
• These trainers are fine with getting all wet and muddy, it won't damage the materials and they are easy to clean.
• To clean, wipe with warm water with a mild soap solution and a cloth or brush. To dry the pad with paper towels or a towel.
• In extreme cases, you can wash in a washing machine. Remove the insoles first. Do a short cool wash, put a small towel in the machine to protect the sneakers.

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Will's Vegan Store launched in 2012 as a vegan shoe company. Since then, they've moved into fashion and other products as well.

The brand continuously reflects on it's operations to see where they can do better. 

Eco-friendly: The majority of items are made from vegan leather alternatives. Some are still plastic-based (PU/PE), but since 2017 they've introduced more biobased and recycled materials into their vegan leather. They have created a sneaker that's fully biodegradable and are certified carbon neutral.

Extra cool is that they have a take back scheme, where you can send back your old shoes to be recycled into outsoles for new Will Vegan's Shoes.

Vegan: As the name suggest, Will's is a completely vegan brand. It's PETA-approved.

Fair & local production: Will's Vegan produces in factories in Portugal and Italy, of which some are part of the Fair Wear Foundation.