Nike Free 5.0 launched in Cape Town

Media members and athletes test the Nike Free gear

Nike launched their latest technology in the Nike Free range to the press on the 17th of March at the Hyde hotel in Sea Point, Cape Town.

What started as a movement towards the development of minimalist shoes since 2001 evolved into a Nike Free shoe that allows for the natural movement of the foot which develops the strength, balance and flexibility benefits of barefoot running and combines it with minimal cushioning and support.

 This provides ideal footwear for runners who are used to traditionally built-up shoes and are looking to train with minimalist footwear. Lieuwe Boonstra, triathlon and XTERRA athlete, and Mapaseka Makhanya, SA’s 800m champion, joined the press on their 2km run along the Sea Point promenade. The latest Nike Free 5.0 range will be available for retail in April.

Makhonya (left) and Boonstra talks to the media

Seruscka Naidoo and Alpheus Masa (left) of Nike

Liewe Boonstra, triathlon and Xterra athlete

Mapaseka Makhonya, SA's 800m champ