A sole component and a method of manufacturing the sole component are
disclosed. In general, the sole component includes a fluid-filled bladder
and a reinforcing structure extending around the bladder. The reinforcing
structure is bonded to the exterior of the bladder, and may be recessed
into the bladder. In some embodiments, the reinforcing structure extends
along the side surfaces of the bladder and between upper and lower
surfaces of bladder. In manufacturing the sole component, the reinforcing
structure may be located within a mold, and the polymer material forming
the bladder may be bonded to the reinforcing structure during the molding
process.