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David B
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David B asked in SportsRunning · 1 decade ago

What's the significance of mesh all over running shoes?

I can't imagine what good it is, but they all seem to have it these days.

Update:

Okay if the shoes were made out of mesh only, then I could see the "breathable" thing, but they are just shoes with mesh over the top of the regular material. It really seems to serve no purpose. Obviously mesh only shoes would not be strong enough anyway.

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  • Jake Bannon
    1 decade ago
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    It makes the shoes more breathable since peoples feet also sorta sweat a bit. Yea I thought it was sorta wierd too before I learned about it. Thing is, a problem with it is that if you are a cross country runner and you run through a puddle by accident, chances are your feet are gonna get pretty wet... Trust me, I've had the experience... It sucks.... So always have an extra pair of socks nearby!!!

    Source(s): One of the best XC and Track runners in my region :)
  • vasim
    Lv 4
    4 years ago

    Mesh Athletic Shoes

    Source(s): https://shrinkurl.im/a8oBW
  • Christian D
    8 years ago

    Mesh-top running shoes are an excellent choice for ladling the water out of puddles, or collecting morning dew off of the grass on the side of the trail.

    But in earnest, I think it is mostly cost savings, imho. Mesh is cheaper than fabric or leather. Mesh is rather useless if you want dry feet. Anybody who designs (trail) running shoes with mesh has not been on a trail and should roast in hell.

  • Rachel
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago

    Probably since people's feet perspire, especially if they're running. Those shoes are "breathable"– they let air in and out in small amounts and people's feet don't get as sweaty.

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  • Oh
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago

    Light weight + easy drainage of moisture.

  • ?
    1 decade ago

    Allows ventilation.

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    Hi, just wanted to mention, I loved this discussion. quite valuable replies

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    Was curious on the answer to this as well

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