Tagline
Flexibly surpassing industry standards
HYDRO-TECH SPORTS was a derivative line of HYDRO-TECH developed by Chiyoda, a chain of specialty shoe stores. Materials from 2006 described it as “ultra-high-performance walking sneakers” for everything from walking exercise and urban use to travel, and it was sold exclusively at Chiyoda-affiliated stores. Drawing on theories of biomechanics and sports medicine, the shoes featured functions including waterproofing, slip resistance, shock absorption, walking stability, and high flexibility. A new series was also announced in 2010, but the line is not listed in the current official collection.
Concept
Developed as “ultra-high-performance walking sneakers” informed by various theories of biomechanics and sports medicine, the line was designed for every walking occasion, from walking exercise and urban use to travel.