Babolat Jet Mach 3 adds more durability to the line while still maintaining the light-weight features... [+] of its design. BabolatBabolat Jet Mach 3 is a French-based brand that focuses on lightweight durability. The brand's latest speed-focused design features an updated outsole and a new upper, all while weighing in at 11.4 ounces.Mateo Castro, Babolat footwear product manager, said that each element was carefully thought out. To increase durability, you need to reduce weight. Babolat loves this type of challenge. It allows us to enhance a product without compromising its performance.Babolat began from the bottom and worked with Michelin. The two French companies have a long history in partnership. To redesign the outsole, Babolat reinforced the areas that are most susceptible to abrasion and used less material for the low-impact zones.Additional shock absorption is also possible due to the higher heel. BabolatCastro states that we are constantly working with Michelin to improve the quality of our outsoles. The outsole was not worn in certain areas as well as in other areas. We have therefore optimized the outsole to make it more durable and lighter based on the wear patterns.Jet Mach 3 upgrades the KPRSX cushioning system. It features a softer EVA foam heel and a rocker design to improve braking and smoother start. Castro states that shock-absorbing technology wraps the heel to absorb shock regardless of the strike angle between the foot's and the ground by adding 1 millimeter to the thickness of the midsole. Castro also mentions that dual-density foam is used to cushion the heel.The Matryx fabric that was used in the previous models' uppers is now Matryx Evo. This is a patent-pending blend of fibers that are designed to protect the foot and resist stretching. Matryx Evo uses thinner fibers to improve elasticity and remove rigid fibers to increase comfort. For non-elastic durability, the material includes both Polyamide and Aramid fibers. The PU coating adds to its durability.Matryx Evo's new upper is made with thinner yarns to provide better comfort and durability. BabolatCastro says that the challenge was to create a Matryx upper with increased comfort and the same level support, durability, lightness, and breathability. We were able achieve our goals thanks to jacquard weaving and smaller diameter yarn fibers.Castro claims that they have improved the comfort of the shoe by making it with the Propulse Fury last from the brand. This gives wearers a new take on the Jet Mach style.Summer launch of the Jet Mach 3 is for both men and woman. August will see a wider version for men as well as a new colorway for men. Castro said that he expects several new colors to be available for women and men in the first quarter 2022.
