[Tomorrow] Offline Event #08 We Still Don't Know Anything About Vibram: Vibram Outsole Special [June 26th (Wed) 7:00 PM]

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

The event is finally happening tomorrow and we are still accepting participants!

Outdoor Gearzine, the place to get to know the "real thing," invites "real" guests to each offline talk event to share a fun time with everyone. The eighth installment of this special event is just around the corner, and it's a relaxing evening in a mountain hut where you can learn more about the guests, their gear, and the mountains, and end up loving the outdoors a little more

We look forward to welcoming you with stories you can only hear here, simulation equipment you can only try here, and souvenirs you can only get here

If you happen to have some free time, if you've forgotten about it, or if you suddenly want to know more about outdoor shoes, please take this opportunity to come to Hatagaya

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table of contents

Theme: We don't know anything about Vibram yet: Vibram outsole special feature
- What is Vibram?
We asked the people at Vibram directly about the structure and design of the outsole, which is essential for hiking boots and running shoes, the many advancements that Vibram has made, and what the future holds for soles
This time we will be streaming live online
schedule
venue
Capacity
Participation fee
How to apply

Theme: We don't know anything about Vibram yet: Vibram outsole special feature

is to delve deeply into "Vibram," which everyone seems to know but doesn't really know

What is Vibram?

Vibram is a global leader in the development and manufacture of high-performance rubber soles for outdoor, leisure, workwear, fashion, orthopedic, and corrective footwear. For over 80 years, Vibram's iconic yellow octagon has been synonymous with quality, performance, safety, and innovation in the footwear industry. Headquartered in Albizate (Varese), Italy, Vibram produces more than 40 million pairs of soles each year and tests them over one million kilometers. The company operates in 120 countries and has manufacturing, research, and sales facilities in the United States, China, Japan, Brazil, and Italy

From the brand site: vibram.com

We asked the people at Vibram directly about the structure and design of the outsole, which is essential for hiking boots and running shoes, the many advancements that Vibram has made, and what the future holds for soles

From classic leather hiking boots to the latest trail running shoes, it's safe to say that Vibram outsoles are essential for today's high-performance shoes and boots. The boom in lightweight hiking boots began about 10 years ago, when this website was first launched, and I'll never forget the overwhelming grip of Vibram Megagrip at that time. The outsole is incredibly important for shoes designed for walking (or running) on uneven, slippery off-road terrain, rather than running on flat asphalt. Despite being an important tool (and an important part of it) that could even save your life, perhaps we don't know much about outsoles? So, that's what we're trying to learn about today

The speaker will be Mr. Hirano from Vibram Japan. The main topics he will be talking about are:

Why did Vibram start making rubber soles in the first place?
How are rubber soles planned, designed, tested and produced?
Are there any special care methods or precautions to take when handling the outsoles?
What evolution has the Vibram outsole undergone so far?
A diverse range of outsoles that match a variety of scenes, not just outdoors, but also work and fashion
The sole of the future, still in the prototype stage, that we don't know about yet

Vibram, the world leader in outsoles, will be speaking for a full two hours on the theme of "sole only" (perhaps a world first?). On the day, they will also be bringing in a simple testing facility where you can experience the performance of Vibram Megagrip, so even those who have never tried it before will be able to see the difference at a glance, so please look forward to that as well

As always, the first half will be a talk show with the guest, and the second half will be a relaxed, free chat. Oh, there will also be novelty giveaways on the day. We will let you know the details as soon as they are decided

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This time we will be streaming live online

We are also planning to live stream this event (using YouTube live streaming), so we hope to make it possible for those who cannot attend to watch without difficulty

"Our Favorite Hikes" welcomes people from a variety of professions and positions involved in the outdoors in Japan, and aims to be an exciting place where you can meet fellow mountain and gear lovers and have deep interactions. No prior knowledge, let alone any skill or experience, is necessary to participate. Anyone of any age or gender is welcome, and solo hikers are also welcome. Anyone who has even a slight love for the mountains or the outdoors can have fun, so please feel free to join us! We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible!

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schedule

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

OPEN: Around 18:30 19:00 / CLOSE: 21:30 (Online streaming will close at the end of the talk session)

venue

Masuda Kobo Co., Ltd. Tokyo Office 151-0066 2-35-1 Nishihara, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 103 Blancair Yoyogi

Capacity

Approximately 20 people (Please note that if there are a large number of applications, we will accept applications on a first-come, first-served basis.)

Participation fee

We ask that you contribute to the event's running costs by paying the participation fee

If you are a standard member of Outdoor Gearzine, you can attend both the event in person and online for free. When purchasing your ticket, please purchase the free ticket marked "Standard Membership Members."

If you are not registered for Standard Membership, please purchase a paid ticket for "Non-Standard Membership Members."

Participation fee: 1,000 yen (please bring your own snacks and drinks)
Online streaming participation fee: ¥500

You are welcome to bring your own drinks and food. Please prepare your own food and drinks on the day. There is a convenience store that sells alcohol within a 0-minute walk, so I recommend going there (and we will also try to prepare some at the venue if possible)

Please register for the Outdoor Gearzine Membership

So, we recommend signing up for the Outdoor Gearzine Membership, especially the Standard Membership, which will allow you to participate in various events, including the talk events held regularly by Outdoor Gearzine, and receive special benefits. Members can attend talk events more than twice a month for just 1,000 yen. All support will be used to cover the costs of these projects and events. Please think of it as crowdfunding for Outdoor Gearzine, and we appreciate your support

How to apply

If you would like to participate, whether in person or online, please apply through the application page on the event announcement service "Peatix" below

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[About participating in the broadcast]

The event will be streamed live on YouTube
You can watch from any PC, smartphone, or tablet with an internet connection
After purchasing tickets for the online event, you will be able to access the event viewing page
To access the event, log in to the account you used to purchase the ticket and click the "Attend Event" button for the event on the ticket screen
You can enjoy live streaming and catch-up viewing (excluding some events). If you have missed the event, we will inform you via the Peatix message function as soon as it is ready
Please note that there may be delays in delivery depending on your communication environment

[About attendance]

Doors will open and reception will begin 30 minutes before the start of the show
We have rented out a venue that can accommodate up to 20 people, and have limited the number of participants to allow for ample space
Please follow the instructions and warnings of the staff. If you do not follow the instructions, the event may be interrupted or canceled, or certain customers may be denied participation
We have alcohol-based disinfectant available in our store, so please disinfect your hands when you enter the store
Those who have purchased in-store tickets can also watch the event via live streaming. If you are concerned about your physical condition on the day, please use the live streaming option. For details on viewing via live streaming, please see [About participating in live streaming]
If you are coming with a wheelchair or stroller, please speak to a store staff member or make a reservation in advance to ensure smooth access on the day. The venue is a building with an elevator, so please feel free to come
If you have any questions about attending the event, please feel free to contact us at the following:

[About cancellations]

Please note that we cannot accept cancellations due to customer convenience, as the event streaming URL will be sent immediately after purchase

[Inquiries regarding this event]

If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to contact us using the inquiry form

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