Nike GS Green Speed - Andy Caine
The Nike GS or Green Speed is constructed in a manner which is both low environmental impact while also maintaining performance engineering as a primary concern. UK-born, US-based designer Andy Caine has developed the lightest, fastest, and lowest environmental impact production boot for Nike to date.
The traction plate of the boot is crafted from a mix of material including 50% castor beans and 50% plastic where the sock liner is made from 100% castor beans. The laces, tongue and lining of the Nike GS, are formed from a minimum of 70% recycled materials while the collar and toeboard have a material makeup including least 15% recycled matter.
This is the first wide-reaching production demonstration by Nike of the potential for sustainable or low-impact design in the development of high performance football boots.
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