La Sportiva Akasha II

The La Sportiva Akasha II features Dynamic ProTechTion ™ active front reinforcements that provide protection and structure following the movement of the foot dynamically and without constriction. The gripping, dual compound FriXion® Red sole is equipped with the exclusive Trail Rocker ™ solution capable of promoting the natural external heel – internal toe movement of the foot during running. Ortholite® Hybrid laces and footbed are also made from recycled materials. 

Features:
New Look, inspired by the Bushido II aesthetic with external Skelethon TPU and geometric aesthetics
Soft, enveloping and super breathable slip-on upper with sock construction that avoids compression points for maximum comfort of fit
Large volumes designed for prolonged use in endurance competitions
Dynamic ProTechTion ™ active front reinforcements: provide protection and structure following the movement of the foot in a dynamic way and without constrictions
Extra cushioning thanks to the Cushion Platform ™ footbed insert

Specifications:
Upper: Perforated AirMesh + PU Leather on the back and Dynamic ProTechTion ™ on the toe
Lining: Non-slip mesh
Footbed: Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running
Midsole: Injection EVA and Cushion Platform ™
Sole: FriXion® Red dual-compound with Trail Rocker ™
Sizes: 38-49 +½
Weight: 310 (half pair)

Ultra Long Distance: Ideal for long distance, ultra trail and ultra marathon competitions or demanding training sessions. An extremely protective and shock absorbing boot.

Frixion Red: The La Sportiva FriXion® compound is the result of extensive R&D aimed at creating outsoles with parameters of grip and durability that respond to all types of use and terrain. The Frixion range uses 5 custom formulated compounds from mountain running to climbing shoes.

EVA Injected: Highest degree of cushioning and high elasticity of the fabric. These features assist “push off” during the propulsion phase while running, making these models who use injected midsoles, ideal for use on off-road trails. Furthermore, EVA Injected midsole drastically reduce the “squash” effect of the EVA over time, allowing the product to mantain the same features for its entire duration.
The La Sportiva Mountain Running® footwear adopts 3 different kind of midsoles depending on the style and on the needed performances

Ortholite Hybrid: The Mountain Running® models use the exclusive eco-friendly La Sportiva insoles by OrthoLite® Hybrid, made using 20% recycled material from the production process. These insoles are designed for both men’s and women’s feet and the thicknesses and materials differ to suit the weight of the average user.
Eco-friendly and washable: they contain recycled rubber and are machine-washable.
Maximum wearing comfort thanks to the insole ventilation and the highly breathable PU foam cells: the foot is always dry and kept at the perfect temperature.
They facilitate the wicking of sweat thus keeping the foot dry.
Enhanced durability thanks to the anti-compression technology which keeps material compression down to less than 5% over time.

High Volume: Comfortable shoe, ideal for training and long distance running.

Impact Brake System: The innovative system is applied to the sole to absorb negative ground impact, help traction and improve grip downhill. Created and developed by the R&D department at La Sportiva, it offers real advantages during racing by reducing negative ground impact. The unique position of the lugs allows as many of them as possible to come into contact with the ground, for maximum impact absorption.