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MBT Speed II Soles
Level 1 Rocker-Bottom Soles for Standing, Walking and Running
Ideal Starter Rocker: MBT’s only Level 1 rocker offers a mild, easy-to-adapt rolling motion—perfect for first-time MBT wearers.
Natural Gait Feel: Encourages smooth transitions without drastically changing your walking or running stride.
Enhanced Stability: Low-profile design maintains more ground contact for added balance and confidence.
Everyday Ready: Great for daily wear, light workouts, travel, or recovery days—comfortable and supportive all day long.
Joint-Friendly Design: Distributes pressure evenly to reduce strain on knees, hips, and back.
Easy Adaptation: Delivers the core benefits of MBT’s rocker technology in a lightweight, stable, and approachable platform.
MBT Speed II Sole
The MBT Speed II sole is designed as the ideal entry point into rocker-bottom footwear, combining a mild rolling effect with enhanced stability. Whether you're easing into a fitness routine, walking for wellness, or adding low-impact recovery runs to your schedule, the Speed II offers a lightweight, supportive, and natural-feeling ride.
Level 1 Rocker for Natural Movement
As MBT’s only Level 1 rocker-bottom sole, the Speed II offers the gentlest degree of rock—making it especially suitable for those new to MBT. This subtle curve encourages a natural transition through the gait cycle, supporting your foot from heel strike to toe-off without drastically altering your stride.
The sole maintains broad surface contact with the ground, offering more stability and confidence with each step compared to more aggressive Level 2 and 3 rockers. It's the perfect foundation for those seeking joint-friendly movement.
Built for Everyday Performance
The Speed II sole is monolithic in construction, keeping the weight down while maximizing structural integrity. It features:
A deeper heel sensor with a dimple beneath the calcaneus (heel bone), offering enhanced cushioning at impact to absorb shock at heel strike.
A stable Pivot Axis located under the midfoot, designed and keep movement efficient.
A firm shank for rigidity through the midfoot, coupled with toe flex channels that allow natural propulsion at push-off—especially helpful for walking briskly or picking up pace in a light jog.
Lightweight and Supportive
The ultra-lightweight design makes the Speed II an excellent choice for all-day wear, fitness walking, and travel. Its narrow profile gives it a sleeker fit, while still providing biomechanical support exactly where you need it:
Under the base of the big toe and little toe
Along the lateral longitudinal arch
Beneath the foot’s natural pressure path (Meyers line)
These design elements ensure the foot remains supported through each phase of the gait, helping reduce fatigue and protect against overuse injuries.
More Efficient with Every Step
The Speed II incorporates a Level 1 negative heel, shifting your stride from a traditional 60% stance / 40% swing ratio to an even 50/50 gait cycle. The result is an earlier toe-off, allowing for smoother transitions and less strain on joints over time.
The Bottom Line:
The MBT Speed II sole is ideal for:
Walkers and runners seeking a mild rocker for daily use
First-time MBT wearers who want a stable, easy-to-adapt experience
People managing joint sensitivity or looking for a smoother way to move
Active recovery days or travel, where comfort and lightness matter most
Speed II makes every step count—gently rolling you forward with support, stability, and confidence.
