Steven Michael Lebrasseur

US Patent:

20100031533, Feb 11, 2010

Filed:

Aug 6, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/187328

Inventors:

Ryan W. Keenan - San Clemente CA, US
Steven M. Lebrasseur - Aliso Viejo CA, US
William D. Goloveyko - Long Beach CA, US

Assignee:

QUIKSILVER, INC. - Huntington Beach CA

International Classification:

A43B 3/24
A43B 21/00
A43B 3/12
A43B 21/36
A43B 21/28

US Classification:

36100, 36105, 36 115, 36 36 R, 36 43, 36 35 B

Abstract:

The invention relates to an article of footwear having a hollow heel cavity that is adapted to receive a heel insert. A user can interchange heel inserts of varying thicknesses based on their activity, and is not required to change their footwear when undertaking a new activity. For example, hiking on a dirt trail may require a heel insert with less cushioning and more support, while running on pavement may require a heel insert with more cushioning and less support. The user can simply carry with him multiple heel inserts and replace the heel insert as needed to achieve a desired level of support, cushioning and comfort.