FREELOCK™ LACING SYSTEM

Lacing and unlacing shoes can be a cumbersome task, especially for children and seniors. Moreover, with conventional shoe laces it can be time-consuming to adjust to the right level of tightness, which can be critical for both a comfortable fit and safety – particularly for demanding activities such as running and other sports. Shin Kyung’s patented FREELOCK™ wire closure system eliminates these challenges with an innovative mechanism for tightening, securing and loosening laces by means of multiple wires contracted or released as needed by a simply twist of a rotary dial.

Matrix 1 FREELOCK – Acid Green Python

We designed the Matrix-1 Freelock with a snug fit around the ankle for those who like to feel their shoe close-fitting against their skin much like a glove would on your hand.

We provide each pair of new shoes with 2 removable cushioned insoles which are made from a high density polyurethane foam that has antimicrobial agents embedded within the foam to protect against bad shoe odors caused by bacteria inside the shoes. These cushioned insoles are lined with microfiber for long-lasting wear. One of the insoles is 5 mm thick while the other is 2 mm thick. You have the option of using one or both insoles providing you with the opportunity to custom fit each shoe to the comfort of each foot.

We use very soft and supple embossed Python, Crocco or Leopard print leather for the primary part of the upper construction. We use Full Grain Nubuck and Nappa leather for trim pieces of the shoes. These embossed leather pieces allow for an exotic look without the challenges of working with endangered animal hides. All of the leather that we use is sourced from bovine hides which are byproducts of the food industry.

We make the shoes using a Strobel construction method allowing for a lightweight upper and flexible shoe. We also use single density blown EVA for the outsole which allows us to keep the total weight of the shoe very light. Around 12 ounces per shoe (average size) or 24 ounces per pair! But this is with both insoles included in the total weight of the shoe(s).

We designed a special padded collar to go around the top of the inside lining providing comfort to the wearer by allowing a better heel adjustable fit. We make these shoes using the Freelock Dial Fit System from Shin Kyung Inc. for a custom adjustment when tighting or loosening the fit of this model. Their shoe lacing system replaces the elastic cord that we use in the basic Matrix-1 model with an adjustable quick-release dial system that allows the wearer an opportunity to quickly take their shoes off or put on their feet!

We use abrasion-resistant fabric that has antimicrobial agents within the fabric for the lining inside the shoes. This allows us to provide our customers with a durable and very comfortable lining for their long lasting shoes. All of our production is made at a factory in Portugal that has been committed to craftsmanship and quality for more than 30 years. We use double row stitching when connecting individual pieces together so each seam is long lasting and durable.