Nike Golf
Introduces Two New Men’s Styles of Tour-Performance Footwear
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New Footwear Combines a Complete Package of Comfort and
Stability to Appeal to the Progressive and Classic Golfer -
TORONTO (September 9, 2008)– Nike Golf has introduced two new
styles of Men’s Tour authentic footwear - one that offers a
complete package for today’s game and the other offering a
classic style that is redefined.
Typifying Nike Golf's complete package for today’s game is the
new Nike Air Zoom Elite II, which represents the second
generation of the original Nike Air Zoom Elite shoe that has
been frequently seen on the feet of many Nike Golf athletes on
the PGA Tour in the last year, including K.J. Choi, Stewart Cink
and Stephen Ames. Presenting a more classic style in golf
footwear is the Air Zoom Tour, which represents Nike’s own
interpretation of a saddle golf shoe.
Nike Air Zoom Elite II
As with its predecessor, the Nike Air Zoom Elite II provides a
complete package for today’s game by combining comfort, lateral
stability and Tour performance with a level of attitude in
styling for the progressive golfer.
The most significant distinction between the first and second
generation of Nike Air Zoom Elite, is the encapsulated Zoom Air
unit, which replaces the caged Zoom Air unit found in the
original Air Zoom Elite. The new low-profile encapsulated Zoom
Air unit brings the foot closer to the ground (8mm lower). This
low-profile, responsive cushioning provides a more stable
foundation for greater lateral control that helps facilitate
maximum power through the swing.
Product testing at the Nike Sports Research Lab (NSRL) validated
the encapsulated Zoom Air unit construction, which revealed that
even at 8mm lower to the ground, the Zoom Air unit achieved the
same level of heel cushioning as the previous caged Zoom Air
construction.
Another distinction of the new Air Zoom Elite II is the caged
lateral support system - an exoskeletal webbing that is injected
onto the upper lateral side of the shoe. Made of TPU material,
the upper caged lateral support system harnesses the foot for
improved balance over the footbed, which, with the help of
Nike’s updated Nike Power Platform Channel, maximizes power and
control. In addition to the aforementioned enhanced technology,
the Air Zoom Elite II also offers the following technology
benefits:
Ø Watershield
Plus – keeps water out while the foot stays dry and cool.
2-year waterproof guarantee.
Ø Premium
Full-Grain Leather – Soft, supportive comfort.
Ø Poron
Sockliner – Full-length and contoured for instant comfort for
the life of the shoe.
Ø Champ
Scorpion Stinger Spikes - Dual durometer TPU for optimal
traction, comfort and durability.
Nike
Air Zoom Elite II Availability:
Available: October 1, 2008
MSRP: Cdn$169.00
Colors: Black/Met Silver – Black; White/Gunmetal – White; White/Met
Silver – Black; and White/Met Silver – Dark Cinder
Air Zoom Tour
Nike’s Air Zoom Tour, which embodies a Tour-Classic performance
saddle, features Nike’s proprietary low-profile Zoom Air Unit in
the heel for responsive cushioning with stability. Also
promoting comfort is the full-grain leather on the upper portion
of the shoe. The high-frequency welding on the saddle creates
depth and dimension while harnessing the midfoot. As with the
Nike Air Zoom Elite II, the Nike Air Zoom Tour will be worn by
Nike Golf athletes on the PGA Tour. In addition to the
aforementioned enhanced technology, the Air Zoom Tour also
offers the following technology benefits:
Ø Lateral Support System
Ø Full-length Phylon midsole
Ø Full-length Contoured Poron Sockliner
Ø Nike Power Platform Control
Ø 2-Year Limited Waterproof Warranty
Air Zoom Tour Availability:
Available: October 1, 2008
MSRP:
Cdn$129.00
Colors: Black/Met Silver-Black; White/Met Silver-Black; White/Bronze –
Chino; and White/Met Silver – White.
Located in Beaverton, Oregon, Nike Golf designs and markets golf
equipment, apparel, balls, footwear, bags and accessories
worldwide. Nike Golf is passionately dedicated to honoring and
respecting the traditions and heritage of the game, and to
providing committed golfers with the absolute best equipment in
the game. In 2008, Nike Golf’s PGA Tour staff has 11 wins and
55 top-10 finishes. In 2007, Nike Golf had 13 PGA Tour wins,
seven Nationwide Tour victories and eight international titles.
For the last two years, Nike Golf has led the PGA Tour in
driver, fairway woods and iron wins.
