Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2

Since its arrival on the market, the original version of the Craft CTM Ultra Carbon has been praised by many specialists and, of course, also by a large number of athletes. But there are also some aspects in which this running shoe has taken some constructive criticism that with this update Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2 have tried to remedy the product developers of the Swedish house.

In the Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2 Running shoes, the main hallmarks remain the same: smooth transitions, powerful energy return and optimal grip on different surfaces. All the improvements introduced in this second version of the CTM Ultra Carbon is now 10% lighter, and also includes a wider forefoot area, allowing the toe box to have more room for the toes, thus increasing freedom of movement. The purpose has been none other than to improve the running experience.

Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2, its most outstanding features

As befits a high-end shoe, these Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2 shoes feature a midsole that combines lightweight UD foam -both in the bottom layer and in inserts- with a carbon fiber plate. This time, this last element of the carbon plate is more precise than before to promote better torsion and ensure a high level of energy return. All designed to offer the best performance to the most demanding athletes.

As for their upper cut, these CTM Ultra Carbon 2 by Craft have an anatomical fit, ideal for competition. With a one-piece technical mesh, this silhouette fits like a glove, promoting the transmission of power and speed for the most intense workouts and races. But it also offers the comfort needed for more natural strides.

The outsole of the Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2 featurescontact rubber for traction and durability. In fact, these two features are the highest in their class when compared to the best carbon plate shoes on the market. In addition, its tread pattern allows it to adapt to different surfaces, even when running on rainy days.

Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2 Technical Specifications

The technical specifications of these Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2 point to a drop of 10 millimeters (heel heights of 30mm. in the forefoot and 40mm. in the heel), and weights of 280 grams for men'sRunning shoes, and about 225 grams for the women's version.

By the way, the name Ultra of this flying model from Craft refers to the perfect balance between geometry, drop and foot angle to run faster, managing efforts very well. While CTM stands for Craft Tailored Motion, which means that when maximum energy return is accompanied by a really low weight, maximum performance is assured. So we speak of these Craft CTM Ultra Carbon 2 as the running shoe to prepare and run a marathon, even suitable for more extreme distances.