Abstract: An article of footwear, a method of making the footwear, and an active last for forming the footwear are described. An example active last may comprise a heel portion disposed at a first end. The active last may comprise a forefoot portion disposed adjacent a second end, opposite the first end. At least a portion of the forefoot portion may have a curvilinear shape that curves upwardly from a horizontal axis to model an active stance.

Abstract: A sole, an article of footwear, and a method of making footwear are described herein. An example sole may comprise a midsole comprising a first region having a first density adapted for providing comfort and a second region having a second density adapted for providing support. The second density may be greater than the first density. The sole may comprise an outsole comprising a plurality of segments selectively disposed adjacent the midsole and adapted for providing traction on a variety of terrains. The outsole may comprise a unitary insert. Each of plurality of segments may be partially isolated from each other by portions of the midsole at least partially surrounding the plurality of segments.