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Leather and textile upper for durability and comfort.First introduced to the world in the 1972 Olympics as a track shoe, the Cortez was designed by Nike co-founder Bill Bowerman. Apparently he was right, because it's now over 40 years later and it remains one of Nike's most classic silhouettes. As a collegiate track coach, he knew runners' true needs when it came to footwear and felt that a more comfortable and durable shoe would be beneficial.Injected Phylon midsole for lightweight cushioning.Rubber outsole for traction and durability..