The Next Chapter in Running Shoes: Why Stability Matters Most The latest installment of Nike's Alphafly franchise, the Alphafly 4, has just hit the market, boasting significant upgrades over its predecessor.
But what makes this shoe special? I spoke to Bret Schoolmeester, Vice President of Nike Running Footwear, about the design process. Schoolmeester pointed out that stability is now a top priority in running shoes.
This shift in emphasis may surprise fans of high performance running shoes, who are accustomed to hearing about innovations in weight reduction, energy return, or cutting edge materials.