Reese Witherspoon Shows Off Mixed Textures With Leather and Suede Heels APL Women's Techloom Breeze Merino Wool Running Shoe. DESCRIPTION: The APL TechLoom Breeze Merino Wool collection is the first technical knit footwear to be certified by The Woolmark Company in the global market. Over two years in development, the certified Wool Rich Blend engineered knit is designed to keep its form and shape, using filament wrapped wool yarns to strengthen and add resistance to prevent abrasion and extend wear. The running shoe utilizes the latest fully fashioned knitting technology, meaning the shoe is knitted to its final shape, reducing the amount of wastage often caused by regular cut and sew techniques. This innovative design also enhances wool's natural breathability, as the knitting technology allows for seamless design features such as breathable panels on the shoe. FEATURES: APL's most sustainable running shoe to date, featuring 80% Australian Merino Wool yarn integrated into the stretch rebound TechLoom upper. The first technical knit footwear ever certified by The Woolmark Company. Uses filament wrapped wool yarns to strengthen and add resistance to prevent abrasion and extend wear. Internal speed lacing system with exposed eyelets holds your foot securely in place while allowing full range of motion. Phantom lace loop eyelet for streamline look. Propelium is designed to maximize energy generation and provide superior comfort that will maintain midsole structural integrity longer than conventional EVA. Newly developed lightweight Propelium midsole and new traction pattern. Durable rubber outsole with forefoot crash pad. The lightest APL running shoe ever The 8mm drop from the heel to the forefoot places your foot in a natural position for efficient running.