The i-Run team says
Completely reuppered, the La Sportiva Akasha II shoe for men is designed to support you on your long-distance trail challenges. Its new design is optimised for you superb trail control.
You'll benefit from high-performance cushioning thanks to the injected EVA midsole. The Cushion Platform insert gives you extra comfort via powerful shock absorption.
There's no need to be wary of rough terrain, the upper features Dynamic ProTechTion reinforcements to give your foot the best possible protection. AirMesh mesh gives you great breathability while synthetic leather section increase the model's durability.
The FriXion Red bi-composite outsole provides you with flawless grip on all types of ground. Its multiple cleats are deep for dynamic traction.
Integrated into the sole, the Impact Brake system provides good braking downhill and optimal impulsion uphill.
Key points of the La Sportiva Akasha II shoe
- Ideal for long distances
- Injected EVA midsole: cushioning and durability
- Cushion Platform: better cushioning
- FriXion Red outsole: durability and grip
- Impact Brake system: traction, braking and shock absorption
- cleats: traction, momentum and grip
- Large internal volume: ideal for long distances
- Perforated AirMesh upper: breathability
- Synthetic leather: durability
- Dynamic ProTechTion front guard: protects against rough terrain
- Trail Rocker: promotes natural foot movement
- Reflective elements: visibility and safety
- Hybrid Mountain Running insole: breathability, anti-bacterial and durability
- Removable insole
- Drop: 6 mm
- Weight recorded at i-Run: 321 g for size 42
- Colours: teal, black, blue and lime
Technologies
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Impact Brake System
This innovative system is applied to the sole so that it absorbs negative ground impact, boosts traction on ascents, and improves grip on descents. The unique positioning of the studs allows as many of them as possible to be in contact with the ground, ensuring optimal impact absorption.
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EVA injectée
It provides better cushioning and more elasticity during your stride than a molded EVA sole. It maintains its shape over time.
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STB Control
The Stability Control Guard process is a stabilization system that prevents foot twisting to secure each stride.
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Frixion Red
Optimal combination of grip, wear resistance, and shock absorption. Used on versatile soles.
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Ortholite MR E
Ortholite Mountain Running Ergonomic insole offers several advantages:
Major breathability for enhanced comfort thanks to plantar aeration, promoting sweat evaporation while keeping the foot dry, prolonged durability over time thanks to a technology that prevents excessive wear, antibacterial treatment and washable products for better overall foot hygiene. Thickness of 4 mm
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Ortholite Hybrid
These insoles are made from 20% recycled materials sourced from the manufacturing cycle. They are designed for both men's and women's feet, with different thicknesses and materials depending on the average weight of the user. Maximum comfort thanks to foot ventilation and highly breathable PU foam cells. Sweat evacuation ensures the foot remains dry at all times. High durability.
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Air Mesh
Extremely breathable and comfortable fabric.
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Trail Rocker
The Trail Rocker promotes the natural movement from the external heel to the external toe during running.
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Cushion Platform
Insole insert that provides you with greater cushioning and therefore more comfort.
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Dynamic ProTechTion
Active reinforcements that offer powerful protection and form an ingenious structure that follows the movement of the foot.
For who and for which use?
Discipline : Running
Gender: Man
Stability: Neutral
Use:
Occasional
(1 to 2 times a month), Regular
(once or twice a week)
Surface: Trails
Weight of runner: All
Shoe weight: 321g
