Virtual Diary Study
The diary study was broken up into 4 parts:
Part 1: Identifying attributes in running that provide different benefits (prevent injury, make them feel fast, etc.) & Ideal running experiences/sensations
Part 2: Capturing impressions of existing shoes with ‘extreme promises’ (minimal, maximal, carbon plated)
Part 3: Sharing unmet running needs & thoughts on specific trends in running footwear
Part 4: Receiving feedback on low-fi concept mash-up moodboards
Concept Mash-Ups:
The intention was to create stimuli for runners to react to that paired contradictory ideas together, leaving room for interpretation.
5 Toe x Big Cush
Aerodynamic x Pelican Butt
Birkenstock x Vaporfly
Cellular Membrane x Pure
Carbon Plate x Grass