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Podcast 5: Interview w/ Daniel Talbott, inventor of Velocy

Posted January 26th, 2007 at 12:00 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Gear & Apparel, Running Shoes, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts

I had the opportunity to interview Daniel Talbott, inventor and owner of Velocy footwear.

Velocy, a new manufacturer of running shoes, is attempting to revolutionize the industry with their “Forward Gravity” technology. Daniel and his team used this technology to develop running shoes that focus on the forefoot; unlike traditional models that concentrate on the heel.

Download the podcast to hear Daniel explain how Velocy’s radically different and innovative design can improve your performance, help prevent injuries and enable you to Move with Gravity!

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Host: Adam Jacobs
Guest: Daniel Talbott
Producer: Greg Cherniet
Music: Ryan Ahlwardt & Darnell Perkins
File size: 8.74MB
Length: 00:12:43

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Velocy attempts to revolutionize shoe industry; embraces Forward Gravity

Posted January 24th, 2007 at 12:00 PM by Amanda Black

Section: Gear & Apparel, Running Shoes

Traditional shoe technology focuses on the heel; a concept that has been widely accepted by manufacturers and athletes for more than 50 years. However, architect Daniel Talbott and his team at Oregon-based Velocy have decided to challenge this conventional wisdom with their innovative new line of running shoes.

After spending ten years researching human performance and identifying the factors that help propel the animal kingdoms fastest species, such as the cheetah and ostrich, Talbot invented Velocy’s patent pending “Forward Gravity” shoe technology. Velocy explains:

“Forward Gravity technology is engineered to place emphasis on the forefoot and in doing this, all weight is shifted forward and supported by your leg’s muscular ability during knee flexion. This is the human body’s natural way of absorbing shock.”

Velocy asserts that Forward Gravity will enable runners to run more efficiently and effectively. They also believe that Velocy shoes are capable of helping elite runners run times that are substantially faster than many, current world records.
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