Patent ID: 8616892
Filing Date: 2013-12-31
Classification: A43B,A63B

Abstract:
1. A method of using an article of footwear, comprising the steps of: receiving training instructions; in accordance with the training instructions, dribbling a ball around a plurality of markers and enhancing traction with a surface using a traction system; the traction system including an elastic member having a first end fixed relative to an outsole base of the article of footwear and a second end projecting away from the outsole base, the elastic member forming a portion of a traction element configured for ground penetration when the article is used by a wearer of the article; and wherein the traction system includes an actuating member located within the elastic member and positioned to transfer force from a foot of the wearer to the second end of the elastic member; the article of footwear further including an interior region within an upper of the article of footwear and above the outsole base; wherein the traction system includes a button positioned on the actuating member between the actuating member and the interior region, wherein the button is constrained from translational movement relative to the actuating member but can rotate relative to the actuating member.