He’s previously worn other versions of FlyEase trainers and says Nike is his favourite manufacturer. As a result, there was a lot of hype about the potential of the new shoe and the accessibility it could offer.

Nike FlyEase Shoes. Nike UK Nike FlyEase Shoes. Nike UK

While the GO FlyEase started their life as part of an internal design challenge, they’re the natural progression of its accessible technology. And while any sneaker can become a slip-on if you get forceful enough, treating them like one will wear them out quicker as your parents’ scolding runs through your memory bank. The Nike FlyEase project began with Tobie Hatfield‘s vision to create no-lace sneakers with easy entry-and-closure systems for athletes who have trouble getting in and out of shoes. The Glide FlyEase Premium features a laceless mesh upper in “Blue Void” with “FLYEASE” marked pull tabs on the tongue and a recycled TPU heel clip in light red resembling aged steel.Despite glowing reviews, Nike has been criticized over the Go FlyEase launch as limited quantity releases make it hard for the people who need the shoes to get them. The FlyEase wraparound zip technology lets the heel fully open up so kids can slide their feet in and secure them with a strap over the top. The upper and the midsole also transition seamlessly into each other to allow a wider range of motion on the court.

Nike Glide FlyEase Shoe. Nike GB Nike Glide FlyEase Shoe. Nike GB

For years Nike has developed the FlyEase brand with people living with disabilities – its lineup is meant to be accessible. We normally stick to items that are available at retail for our roundups, but Kendrick Lamar’s collaborative sneaker from 2018 is too good not to highlight. Much of the company’s shoe innovation has been centered on its carbon plate technology – it’s been creating shoes that help people break world records. This year’s medal stand features Nike’s FlyEase tech, which is made for easy entry that brings comfortable athletic shoes to people who might not be able to put on other shoes. Nike FlyEase lets you enjoy sport no matter your ability with technology developed from insights from the disability community.De-selecting these cookies may result in you seeing advertising that is not as relevant to you, not being able to link effectively to Facebook, Twitter or other social networks, and/or not being allowed to share content on social media. Social media and advertising cookies of third parties are used to offer you social media functionalities and personalised ads. A reviewer gave their pair to Lingard following a viral TikTok where he said Nike should have done more to make the shoes available for people with disabilities.