Surfing footwear with leash anchor

Abstract

An article of footwear specifically designed for surfing has an ergonomic forefoot construction that completely envelops the toes. A thin rubber outsole wraps from underneath the forefoot construction onto both the lateral and medial sides. A molded protruding edge is present on the lateral portion of the outsole to create significant support for lateral force. An ankle brace which wraps around onto itself to become a loop and pile fastened strap incorporates a molded anchor to function as a leash for the user. A support piece which is connected to the ankle brace and the forefoot construction maintains rearward tension that prevents the forefoot construction from becoming dislodged during aggressive use.

1 . An article of footwear comprising: 
 an ergonomic forefoot construction which envelops a user's toes terminating partially along said user's metatarsals, and    a flexible sole portion wrapping from underneath said user's forefoot to lateral and medial sides of said user's forefoot, and    an ankle brace wrapping around said user's ankle attaching with an adjustable fastening device, and    an anchor component secured to said ankle brace, and    a secondary support construction connecting with said ankle brace and said forefoot construction,    whereby: 
 (a) said user's toes are protected by said forefoot construction from injury, and  
 (b) said user's heel will have direct contact with a surfboard, and  
 (c) said user will not be required to equip an independant leash strap, and  
 (d) said forefoot construction will remain secured on said user's forefoot with aggressive use.  
   
   
   
       2 . The article of footwear of  claim 1  further including a lateral support edge for creating a physical barrier to lateral rolling of said user's forefoot.  
   
   
       3 . The article of footwear of  claim 1  further including a removable heel portion secured to said user's foot with an adjustable fastening device, and 
 means for protecting said user's heel during transport to and from said user's desired surfing location.