La Sportiva Akasha 2

The updated La Sportiva Akasha reaches its second version with a redesign in terms of performance, but also in its aesthetic aspect. What remains unchanged is its mission focused on offering the best guarantees to face long distances, including ultra-distance competitions, but also high volume kilometers training. Specially designed for endurance events.

As in its original version, the trail runningshoes La Sportiva Akasha II maintain those main features of high protection and optimal structure, but also combined with more dynamic treads and favoring freedom of movement in each route to be traveled.

What are the important new features of the La Sportiva Akasha II?

On a technological level it is not that it is very different from what has already been seen in the original version of La Sportiva Akaska, because it follows the same materials and compounds, but it is true that this model has undergone a refinement, which make it a lighter and more dynamic option, but maintaining the comfort and protection necessary for long distance races.

Its midsole is built with double injected EVA foam, but it is complemented with the Cushion Platform to provide extra cushioning in the forefoot. This composition gives a firmer and more secure feel in the heel area, while the forefoot feels softer .

The Italian brand's Dynamic ProTechTion technology also has a lot to say. Consisting of front reinforcements that increase the level of protection, but also contribute to give that extra reactivity in each stride.

Thus, the most notable changes of La Sportiva Akasha II are more focused on its upper. The inclusion of the TPU Skelethon structure in the outer area joins that sock-like design with a technical mesh that is now more enveloping, adapts better to the foot and provides more breathability. But it must also be said that the fit of this second version of La Sportiva 's Akasha is more comfortable and precise.

In the outsole of La Sportiva Akasha II we find a small nuance to take into account with the inclusion of the FriXion Red compound to ensure grip and resistance, improving shock absorption. The exclusive Trail Rocker system is also mounted to promote the natural movement of the outer heel and inner toe during the race.

What are the extras that come with these trail shoes La Sportiva Akasha II?

In summary, and to make clear all the technical concepts that are present in this second iteration of La Sportiva's Akasha:

• Notable makeover of the model that is inspired by the model of the famed La Sportivo Bushido II, incorporating that characteristic Skelethon TPU structure on the outside, and featuring a more geometric design.
• Theupper is more enveloping and adaptable to the foot, although the degree of breathability has also been increased.
• Sock-like construction to avoid pressure points and promote a more comfortable and personalized fit.
• Dynamic ProTechTion technology in the form of forefoot reinforcements to ensure protection and increase dynamism in the stride cycle.
• Cushion Platform midsole adds extra cushioning to the overall shoe.

Technical specifications of La Sportiva Akasha II

In the technical specifications chapter, despite the notable improvements introduced, this high-flying trail runningshoe, La Sportiva Akasha II, maintains the same 6-millimeterdrop as its original version, presenting heel heights of 31 mm and forefoot heights of 25 mm .

However, thanks to the redesign of the upper and the use of lighter materials, this model of La Sportiva Akasha II offers a lighter performance, since it has reduced its weight. About 310 grams for men's trail runningshoes, and about 260 grams for the women's version of this top-of-the-linemodel. Although it fails to get below the psychological barrier of 300 grams, there is no doubt that the La Sportiva Akasha II is one of the lightest trailshoes in its segment.

With the versatility of the La Sportiva Akasha II you will be assured of the necessary comfort, cushioning and protection for your training and/or long-distance races, as well as the challenges of the most demanding ultratrails.