The i-Run team says
Columbia Montrail Trans Alps II F.KT. UTMB shoe: comfort and flexibility
The Columbia Montrail Trans Alps II F.K.T. UTMB shoe for women is made for your mountain trail sessions. Very comfortable, it protects you effectively from the ground bumps.
Show that nothing can stop you with this special edition made as a tribute to the famous Ultra Trail du Mont-Blanc.
The shoe’s upper is made with no seams for your comfort. With this conception, you won’t fear rubs and heatings anymore.
To stabilize you and strengthen the shoe, 3D printings are disposed on the whole shoe’s rod. Developed with a Trail Shield external sole, you are perfectly protected from roots, rocks and pebbles.
Your stride is serene due to the patented FluidGuide, inserted in the middle sole, which allows a stable and ongoing rolling movement even on the most technical surfaces.
The FluidFoam cushioning of the Columbia Trans Alps II F.K.T UTMB shoe provides you with an excellent bump absorption at every step. Ultra-smooth, it accompanies you for hours within a huge comfort.
Columbia Trans Alps II F.K.T. UTM shoe’s key points:
• Ideal for mountain trail-running
• F.K.T. strip: ultra-light, support, anti-debris
• External sole with multi-directional spikes: grip and traction
• TrailShield rubber: protection against stones, roots and rocks
• FluidFoam: bumps’ absorption and flexibility
• FluidGuide: stability and fluidity
• Mesh upper with no seams + reinforcements: protection and breathability
• Drop: 8 mm
• Weight noticed at i-Run: 300g for size 40
• Colors: black, anthracite grey, grey and coral
Technologies
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Mountain running
Flat to extreme paths.
Differentiating elements: Exceptional grip / Structured cushioning / Rigid zones / Stability / Force-Weight balance / Maximum protection
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FluidFoam
A simple foam responsive from heel to toe. More than classic EVA with 17% additional cushioning. FluidFoam ensures better shock absorption and softer cushioning thanks to the polyolefin elastomer (POE). It also guarantees better energy return thanks to the olefin block copolymers (OBC).
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FluidGuide
FluidGuide adapts perfectly to the ever-changing terrain of trails and provides superior running comfort thanks to an optimal foot guidance line and stability, regardless of the runner's stance. The different densities of gel allow for a smooth transition between the various foot supports. FluidGuide enables the wearer to benefit from a natural and balanced stride, thanks to a midsole that is both cushioning and protective.
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TrailShield
Designed to protect you from rocks, roots, and other debris found on the trails.
For who and for which use?
Discipline : Running
Gender: Woman
Stability: Neutral
Use:
Occasional
(1 to 2 times a month)
Surface: Trails
Weight of runner: All
Shoe weight: 300g
