Nike Free 5.0: Bare Your Feet
Get ready to expose your feet to the brilliance of barefoot-like running with the new Nike Free 5.0!

Available in both a men’s and women’s version, the Free 5.0 is designed for the runner who wants the strengthening and natural gait management benefits associated with barefoot training, along with the cushioning, traction and underfoot protection that most runners also need.

So, what’s makes the new Free 5.0 a truly unique shoe?

Deep, Nike Free Sipes
Molded along the length and width of the midsole, the sipes allow for barefoot-like flexibility and stability.

A Phylite Midsole
Features a Waffle outsole construction for lightweight, resilient cushioning along with enhanced traction and durability.

A 5.0-Specific Upper
Engineered to provide just enough support while still allowing the foot to move in a natural, dynamic and barefoot-like manner. The soft, ultra-smooth microfiber overlays—created using a unique technique to minimize stitching—also maximizes comfort. And a redesigned tongue construction reduces pressure over the top ridge of the foot, while also providing extra support by wrapping around the medial arch.

Finally, both the men’s and women’s Free 5.0’s are designed with gender-specific sipes that are wider across the forefoot. These allow for greater engagement of the toes on footstrike and increased muscle activation for a more barefoot-like experience.