Abstract: A permanent spike dynamic outsole (10) having a plurality of traction sections (16a-16f) which have a plurality of dynamic traction elements (20) on their respective leading and trailing edges, under which are located debris channels (32a-32e) which act as a retraction areas for the dynamic elements (20) to go when walking on firm surfaces, thus reducing damage to greens and abrasion from pavement. The debris channels (32a-32e) additionally provide an exit path for any debris that may be caught under the dynamic traction elements (20).

Abstract: A footwear cleat of flexible plastic includes a central hub portion and a series of resilient protrusions cantilevered from and extending radially outward and downwardly beyond the central hub portion. The protrusions are capable of horizontally engaging turf under the footwear for providing secure footing.

Abstract: A footwear cleat of flexible plastic includes a central hub portion and a series of resilient protrusions cantilevered from and extending radially outward and downwardly beyond the central hub portion. The protrusions are capable of horizontally engaging turf under the footwear for providing secure footing.

Abstract: A footwear cleat of flexible plastic includes a central hub portion and a series of resilient protrusions cantilevered from and extending radially outward and downwardly beyond the central hub portion. The protrusions are capable of horizontally engaging turf under the footwear for providing secure footing.

Abstract: A waterproof article of manufacture and method of manufacturing the same including a waterproof, breathable shell and an aqueous based waterproof sealant disposed on the shell adjacent seams used to assemble the shell into an article. The article may be a lining for footwear.

Abstract: A shoe sole lamination and method of lamination in which shoe sole portions composed of selected materials and low melting plastic inserts are laminated and then heat embossed. The method includes use of insulating inserts placed strategically in the mold to protect the plastic inserts against the heat and temperatures of embossing.

Abstract: A carrier apparatus for portable audio devices including an armband portion longitudinally wrappable about a wearer's upper arm and having an upper section which includes a first inflatable chamber, a lower section which includes a second inflatable chamber and an intermediate section interconnecting the upper and lower sections. The armband further includes one or more ports for introducing a fluid into the chambers to thereby inflate the chambers into a condition wherein the armband is laterally contoured to substantially conform to the muscular contour of the arm and thereby maintain a substantially fixed position along the length of the arm. A receptacle is attached to the armband for holding a portable audio device.

Abstract: A stabilization device for controlling the degree of roll of a running shoe which includes at least upper and lower laminar sole elements including an upper plate superposed on and substantially conforming to the top surface of the upper sole element, a lower plate spaced from said and interposed between the upper and lower sole elements and a side wall extending between and connected to the upper and lower plates and substantially conforming to the side of the upper sole element.