| abstract |
A new and improved, articulated clog construction which may be assembled by an unskilled person using only a simple tool, such as a hammer, is disclosed herein. The new clog is comprised of three injection molded, hollow, rib reinforced plastic body elements which are articulated to one another by means of elastomeric loops or bands. A one-piece, contoured, flexible insole is attached by pins, rivets, nails or the like, to the body elements. Three separate sole elements of molded neoprene or similar durable material are attached to the lower surfaces of the body elements. Advantageously, each of the sole elements has pin-like projections formed integrally therewith for locking insertion into mating sockets formed in each of the body elements. A vamp is secured to the insole of the new clog by the pins, rivets, nails or the like used in the attachment of the insole to the upper surfaces of the articulated body elements. |