La Sportiva Akyra trail running shoes

When winter running sessions are long and difficult La Sportiva Akyra is an ideal running shoe for all round mountaineering activities. This versatile shoe offers technical functionality and comfort in the unpredictable mountain environment.

Thanks to the the 3 layer construction that adds to the high quality and excellent performance of this running shoe. The seamless construction has a waterproof upper mesh that provides flexibility with utmost comfort. The sure-grip Trail Rocker sole which enables the boots to penetrate into the ground and creates a good traction against the wet rocks while you are trail running. Thanks to the Frixion rubber and Trail Bite that works exceptionally well in all sorts of trails and provides maximum grip on every sort of trails.

It is an ultimate mountaineering shoes designed especially for all adventure-sport junkies. La Sportiva Akyra is the answer if you are looking for perfect trail running shoe that provides protection, traction and comfort.

Akyra is the structured and protective, mountain running boot suitable for endurance routes such as Ultra Trails and Ultra Marathons. Particularly snug fitting, comfortable and protective, it is a trail running shoe designed for extended use on off-road terrain. It uses a tight fitting upper, structured in 3 layers that provides, from the inside out: comfort, thanks to the seamless construction; flexibility and structure thanks to the innovative MicroLite Skeleton™ application that follows the movement of the foot in a dynamic way while running; protection thanks to the Flex-Guard™ structural applications in microfibre that guarantee a lightweight boot but at the same time provide protection against possible abrasions running between rocks and roots. The exceptional stability is provided by the TrailCage System™ technology that is placed between the two layers of the uppers and provides structure and a snug fit integrating with the lacing system. The outsole developed by the La Sportiva R & D department uses the FriXion XT tread with Impact Brake System and the exclusive design with Trail Rocker technology that promotes natural ´outer heel, inner toe´ support of the foot when running. Shock absorption, protection and comfort, 3 sides of a perfect geometry: the origami, which inspired the overall shoe design. With Akyra racing is an art.


Features:

- Snug fitting, comfortable and breathable uppers thanks to the innovative 3 layer construction system
- Sole with exclusive Trail Rocker™ system: promotes natural “outer heel-inner toe” support of the foot while running.
- The general structure of the shoe is designed to guarantee snug fit of the foot and provide structure and protection at the same time.


Specifications:

- Lining: Non-skid Mesh
- Uppers: AirMesh Ultra-Comfort + application of thermal-adhesive TPU MicroLite Skeleton™ + external, engineered breathable mesh with Flex-Guard™ microfibre inserts
- Midsole: Injected EVA
- Footbed: Ortholite Mountain Running
- Sole: FriXion XT mix
- Drop: 9mm
- Weight: 670 g per pair


Technology:

- 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.
- High Volume: Comfortable shoe, ideal for training and long distance running.
- ALL GROUNDS: Versatile soles, ideal for all types of terrain including stone, scree, grass, moss and mud. Ideal for running either in high humidity or on dry ground. Incorporates the Impact Brake System.
- EVA - INJECTED: Highe degree of cushoning 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
- The Mountain Running collection models adopt the exclusive La Sportiva insoles by Ortholite, with 2 different thickness. Both models are available in men and women version and differs for the materials’ densities.
- Breathable for a cooler foot.
- The unique open cell structure creates a moisture management system.
- Long term cushioning: insole will retain over 95% of its thickness over time and won’t flatten out.
- Anti-microbial agents and washable properties for a more igienic shoe.
- 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.
- vegan: This products is vegan.
- Ultra long distance: Ideal for long distance, ultra trail and ultra marathon competitions or demanding training sessions. An extremely protective and shock absorbing boot.

Do you love running and triathlon? Get your La sportiva Akyra trail running shoes and enjoy your leisure activities with the security and confidence which La sportiva gives you. Don´t forget that we have an great range of Men´s shoes for all sizes and weather conditions. In order to give you the most effective running and triathlon models possible, most of our Trail running shoes items have been designed in collaboration with the pros!