Geox rubber: a revolutionary invention in footwear.
The advent of the rubber sole, over 50 years ago, was an important technological achievement which changed the lifestyle of millions of people the world over. The rubber sole made shoes impermeable, thus allowing people’s feet to stay warm and dry – especially in winter. Rubber soles, however, have one defect. They don’t allow your feet to breathe.
Geox has solved this shortcoming with its revolutionary, internationally-patented system.
THE PROBLEM
Rubber soles create an impermeable cover around the feet. And any natural perspiration is trapped inside the shoe, resulting in a build up of moisture. This in turn can result in uncomfortable, smelly feet.
THE SOLUTION
Geox has perforated the rubber outsole, around the area of the foot with the highest concentration of sweat glands.
THE MEMBRANE
A water vapor molecule is 700 times smaller than a water molecule. Geox’s labs have come up with a special micro-porous membrane. The micro-pores are smaller than water molecules but larger than vapor molecules. This allows the vapor to escape while keeping water out, keeping your feet dry.
Patented technology
THE BENEFIT
It is healthy and natural for feet to sweat. But holding it inside the shoe in not. By gradually eliminating moisture from the shoe, the Geox patent helps to regulate the proper micro-climate within the shoe. As shown in the computerized thermography image on this page, the feet wearing regular rubber-soled shoes tend to overheat more than those wearing Geox shoes. The red areas are proof of this.
The benefit
Rubber breathes