Recycled Materials In adidas Golf’s ZG21 Motion Show What’s Possible For Performance Footwear
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- Category: Inside Golf
- Published: 2021-09-11
Earlier this year we introduced our new ZG21 family of products with the focus on offering high-performance spiked footwear that’s lightweight with zero compromises. We were determined to push the industry forward, and we’re doing it again by introducing the newest addition to this collection – ZG21 Motion – to show that creating footwear that’s made in part with recycled materials can still provide the performance golfers need and expect.
Our mission with ZG21 Motion was simple: challenge ourselves to create a high-performance upper made with recycled materials without changing what ZG21 was always meant to be – a lightweight spiked-performance shoe with zero compromises.
We achieved this by designing a technical mesh upper that is engineered to provide comfort, stability, and protection. This textile mesh upper is made with a minimum of 50 percent of recycled materials, furthering our mission to END PLASTIC WASTE and act as another example of how we’re working towards our goal to use only recycled polyester in our products wherever possible by 2024. This upper is also waterproof (one-year warranty), proving that there is zero compromise when it comes to performance.
“ZG21 really filled a hole that we felt existed in the industry when it came to lightweight spiked footwear, and we’ve heard nothing but positive feedback around its design,” said Masun Denison, global director of footwear, adidas Golf. “That being said, we wanted to push the limits and see what was possible in regard to how we incorporated more sustainable materials without sacrificing performance, that when we say ‘zero compromise’ we truly mean it.”
As part of this release, we’re also introducing ZG21 Motion BOA®, a new version for both men and women. In addition to the engineered textile upper made in part with recycled materials, this new silhouette features a higher cut design and sock-like opening for added stability, alongside the new PerformFit™ Wrap powered by the BOA Fit System. This ‘Y’-strap design offers an even higher level of performance, creating a secure fit over the instep and provides flexibility and freedom in the toe box. ZG21 Motion BOA will also offer players a one-year waterproof warranty to protect them from the elements.
All models of ZG21 Motion feature the key innovations from our original model that make this such a great option when it comes to lightweight spiked performance: LIGHTSTRIKE, UTLRA-LIGHT STABILITY FIN, our BOOST cushioning in the heel, and our SWINGPLANE TRACTION outsole. There will be three silhouettes in total: our laced version alongside a BOA® version for both men and women.
ZG21 Motion is available today at adidas.com, the adidas app and at select retail partners worldwide.