Jean "Khyrrah" Tuvilla

"The immense happiness I derive from finally discovering the perfect footwear is immeasurable, solidifying my commitment to playing Ultimate frisbee indefinitely."

In 2009, after I graduated from college, a friend of mine took me to a frisbee clinic. Although neither of us knew anything about this activity, I instantly fell in love with it because it involves running! The experience of running barefoot brings an incredible feeling, and I had the opportunity to enjoy it during the frisbee clinic held on the beach. However, as the sport is predominantly played on grassy fields, I realized the need for suitable footwear. And so, I acquired my initial cleats from a thrift store. I can still recall what they were, and I must admit they were far from comfortable. However, as a newcomer to the sport, my primary focus was on learning the game, so the type of frisbee shoes I had wasn’t a significant concern to me. In the year 2010, I engaged in my very first international ultimate frisbee tournament, known as Manila Spirits, held in the Philippines. To my delight, I was recognized as the MVP Finals winner within our pool. Upon reaching a certain level of confidence in my mastery of the fundamental skills in Ultimate, I concluded that it was the right moment to shift my focus towards the overall comfort and sensation experienced from the cleats I wore. The cleats I had worn lacked both comfort and adequate grip on the grass. Having devoted my entire life to running, I possessed a deep understanding of what it means to prioritize the comfort of my feet when it comes to footwear. Even after purchasing the most expensive and well-known brands, I found myself dissatisfied. This led me to continue searching for the perfect footwear while simultaneously immersing myself in the sport of ultimate, constantly learning and improving my skills.