@@ivanarsovski6243 I don't feel any differences. Maybe they improved durability but doesn't influence how the shoe feels and rides. In my size EU43 the weight difference is 15 grams.
Hi Seth I have the akasha 1, it's a tank of a shoe but doesn't feel heavy , as for the mid sole I find in hot weather it softens up real nice and you do get some nice bounce then in the cold weather its firmer for sure but that then gives you better traction in the snow and mud, la sportiva have a great recycle policy using the materials from old shoes to make the new ones.
Over the last two months I’ve put 500 miles of mountain running into the La Sportiva Akasha 2. Surprisingly, I have to say that on varied and technical terrain my legs feel fresher and better after running in this shoe than in something less firm and more cushioned such as the Hoka Speedgoat. No blisters, great traction and durability. They have been my go to for multiple 30 mile runs. I’m starting to get a better sense for what a good shoe looks like for mountain running not just once a week, but every day. It’s very rare to find a trail shoe that has ground feel, protection, and precision all in one. The incredible durability is just icing on the cake.
@@zacharygarner9425 would this be a good shoe for a 200 mile race in Colorado? My main concern is there is a decent amount of fire roads mixed in with technical Rocky trails. Will this shoe be too clunky on fire, (dirt), roads? Thank you
@@JamesGoodrich7Probably not. I’ve run up to 50k in these many times, but they won’t really shine without mostly constant single track. I would personally go for the asics trabuco max or now the nike zegama 2. Those shoes will start to shine later on. I’ve run a 100 mile in the trabuco max 2 and it was great. The 3 seems to have a higher volume and softer upper up front
This are the best. I got a pair a couple of years ago and me and my husband now have these as our favourite shoes. They're doing something right - we both have narrow feet with toes that flay out quite a bit. I barely run but walk everywhere in these and they've saved me from tendonitis. My husband competitively runs and has tried every brand and for him this is also number 1. Compared to Asics, they last longer, look nicer and are perhaps stiffer. I feel the construction is 100% better than any other training shoe I've ever bought and they feel more solid. I'm paranoid they're going to change the design as these shoes are 'it' for us.
I have the Akasha 1 and love it. When I just want to go have an enjoyable run in the mountains the Akasha is always the shoe I pick. It never let's me down no matter the terrain and I never miss the max cushion of some of my other shoes.
La Sporiva knows how to build stuff for pure mountain running, living in the Swiss Alps, I run in the Kaptiva for anything under 50k, you feel so secure going fast over technical terrain in LS shoes
Hi Seth, happy to know what you're thinking about the Akasha. I didn't think it was going that close to the 8. In fact, la sportiva in still the third most wearing brand at UTMB after Hoka and Salomon
La sportive has a LONG history of making mountaineering boots for people who climb Everest. So it makes sense their trail shoe has a high build quality. My mountaineering boots have been through a lot and they are still good as new.
I use the Mutants, I love them. Comfortable enough and very tough. Long of durability without out a doubt. I went a half size up. I would recommend the same shoe again or at least the company.
The durability is high in La Sportiva shoes as they're made for very rocky Italian alps - those rocks crew up shoes. I've been a Akasha wearer for years - the hundred mile mountain shoe of choice for so many.
Hey Seth! Had an amazing race day running the Eugene Half Marathon. Ran a PB: 1:31:53. To top it off I was shocked to see "Andy Wacker" from Boulder Colorado racing the Marathon, someone who you have duked it out with in the mountains! I noticed he was racing in a Solomon singlet, wearing the Solomon S LAB Phantasm. Made me wonder if he is now sponsored by Solomon.
I have the Tempesta for winter ❄️ running and a Kaptiva for warmer days. La Sportiva's build quality is awesome and would definitely be looking at purchasing again Looking forward to see what you make of the Cyclone if you get them????
I've never seen you give a 10/10 score on any category Seth. If this shoe doesn't get 10/10 for durability, what will it take to finally see a 10/10 score?
Got an FKT in the original. A 27-miler from Navajo Mountain, UT to Rainbow Bridge - on the Rainbow Trail - in 2016. Super versatile on tough slick rock and sand. A little tight in the toe box. Really well made and durable.
How would this be for long distance backpacking - Which would you choose from La Sportivas' low cut trail shoes. I hike on compact trails, soft sections and a lot of rocky (wet) trails - from Canadian Rockies. * I have the Bushido II and its nice as it has great grip, but not enough cushion
I picked up a pair a few weeks ago, I feel locked in and the outsole is great on the more technical stuff. It feels very well built, I was hoping it would go strong past 500 but you've now raised my expectations on that! One thing I would say is that you'll likely need to go up a size (I was told this is common for La Sportiva?). I've also heard that La Sportiva is no longer making the Akasha but there are still places who have stock of it, who knows if we'll get a version 3 in the future.
LA Sportiva have been my best climbing shoes but never purchased a running shoe from them. Might consider these for shorter mountain runs here in Cape Town. 10k with 1000m elevation gain is an average morning run. I'm not sure if it's the rock or if I just pound shoes but on average I'm getting about half the mileage out of a shoe than I see in the reviews.. costly affair
I have the La Sportiva Bushido.. I love the shoe on hills - very grippy, wore them recently on a trail with deep mud and was not worried like my friends wearing anything else. Tho, I wish the toe box was better protected. I kicked some rocks and was painin’..
Recently got these plus the Ultra Raptor 2. I do a lot of 20-30 miles on high alpine terrain. Not sure the pros/cons of each shoe and which one i should take out. Seemed like the Ultra Raptor 2 might be a bit more comfortable.
I own the Akasha I, and I would absolutely disagree with the outsold longevity. With normal trail (non rocky) / everyday use, the Friction outsole is just about bald. It's a soft, sticky rubber composite which grips very well, but the longevity of that material is dismal. I think your 1000+ mileage is going to be way, way off. Good luck.
Does anyone know how this feels for the width, compared to the Kaptiva’s? Kaptiva’s seem pretty narrow, was going to try these but not sure if as narrow as Kaptiva’s.
meep - still waiting for that Saucony thing ... no I've put a pair on but never bought La Sportiva - I'd buy Innov8 before LaSportiva .. too narrow for me a little like Merrell
I very disappointed in La Sportiva. Had 2 pairs of Jackal's and both got returned on warranty. First lasted 50 km (outsole started unglued)and second 300 km (mesh on toe box ripped across both shoes). I'm very sceptical on durability off La Sportiva shoes now .
Had 7 pairs of Akasha 1 averaging 650 miles on them (1050km). By far my favourite shoe. Just received the v2 and can't wait to test it.
How is the fit vs v1?
@@petartrifonov4330 Same. Haven't noticed any major differences outside the weight drop.
is it the same midsole? tnx...and how much is weight difference?
@@ivanarsovski6243 I don't feel any differences. Maybe they improved durability but doesn't influence how the shoe feels and rides. In my size EU43 the weight difference is 15 grams.
@@petartrifonov4330 hi I find them pretty snug although not a problem for me , I would possibly try half to one full size up next time
Hi Seth I have the akasha 1, it's a tank of a shoe but doesn't feel heavy , as for the mid sole I find in hot weather it softens up real nice and you do get some nice bounce then in the cold weather its firmer for sure but that then gives you better traction in the snow and mud,
la sportiva have a great recycle policy using the materials from old
shoes to make the new ones.
Over the last two months I’ve put 500 miles of mountain running into the La Sportiva Akasha 2. Surprisingly, I have to say that on varied and technical terrain my legs feel fresher and better after running in this shoe than in something less firm and more cushioned such as the Hoka Speedgoat. No blisters, great traction and durability. They have been my go to for multiple 30 mile runs. I’m starting to get a better sense for what a good shoe looks like for mountain running not just once a week, but every day. It’s very rare to find a trail shoe that has ground feel, protection, and precision all in one. The incredible durability is just icing on the cake.
@@zacharygarner9425 would this be a good shoe for a 200 mile race in Colorado? My main concern is there is a decent amount of fire roads mixed in with technical Rocky trails. Will this shoe be too clunky on fire, (dirt), roads? Thank you
@@JamesGoodrich7Probably not. I’ve run up to 50k in these many times, but they won’t really shine without mostly constant single track. I would personally go for the asics trabuco max or now the nike zegama 2. Those shoes will start to shine later on. I’ve run a 100 mile in the trabuco max 2 and it was great. The 3 seems to have a higher volume and softer upper up front
@@zacharygarner9425 I'll check those out! Thank you, I really appreciate it!!!
Great camera shot Seth with the blue legs running along & snowy background ⛄️
This are the best. I got a pair a couple of years ago and me and my husband now have these as our favourite shoes. They're doing something right - we both have narrow feet with toes that flay out quite a bit. I barely run but walk everywhere in these and they've saved me from tendonitis. My husband competitively runs and has tried every brand and for him this is also number 1. Compared to Asics, they last longer, look nicer and are perhaps stiffer. I feel the construction is 100% better than any other training shoe I've ever bought and they feel more solid. I'm paranoid they're going to change the design as these shoes are 'it' for us.
I have the Akasha 1 and love it. When I just want to go have an enjoyable run in the mountains the Akasha is always the shoe I pick. It never let's me down no matter the terrain and I never miss the max cushion of some of my other shoes.
La Sporiva knows how to build stuff for pure mountain running, living in the Swiss Alps, I run in the Kaptiva for anything under 50k, you feel so secure going fast over technical terrain in LS shoes
I wore the first Akasha as a pair of shoes during the Cape Wrath ultra. Love them!
Hi Seth, happy to know what you're thinking about the Akasha. I didn't think it was going that close to the 8. In fact, la sportiva in still the third most wearing brand at UTMB after Hoka and Salomon
I had two pairs of original Akasha. Both survived up to 1200km for running. Then I started to zde them for hiking. Still functional. Since 2017🙃
La sportive has a LONG history of making mountaineering boots for people who climb Everest. So it makes sense their trail shoe has a high build quality. My mountaineering boots have been through a lot and they are still good as new.
I use the Mutants, I love them. Comfortable enough and very tough. Long of durability without out a doubt. I went a half size up. I would recommend the same shoe again or at least the company.
Mutants fit me like a glove. Love the performance
Seth!! Reminder to update your banner with that PB 💪🏼
Beautiful looking shoes! I like a splash of contrasting colors.
The durability is high in La Sportiva shoes as they're made for very rocky Italian alps - those rocks crew up shoes. I've been a Akasha wearer for years - the hundred mile mountain shoe of choice for so many.
I've taken the jeep over those passes but always thought it would be awesome to do them on foot!!
I've had a pair of La Sportiva Bushido. I liked them for their excellent grip on the hills. The narrow fit wouldn't suit everyone .
Totally agree ..
Just bought this little beast for my first 100 miler...124euros now in Europe 😱
Mistake regarding the drop, I get the confirmation 2 years later from La Sportiva that this Akasha II is a drop 10mm and not 6mm
One of my favorite all-time La Sportiva models was the Fireblade which was around 2008-2010
If you can, can you test a newton shoe, they are really interesting and I would love if you could!
Hey Seth! Had an amazing race day running the Eugene Half Marathon. Ran a PB: 1:31:53. To top it off I was shocked to see "Andy Wacker" from Boulder Colorado racing the Marathon, someone who you have duked it out with in the mountains! I noticed he was racing in a Solomon singlet, wearing the Solomon S LAB Phantasm. Made me wonder if he is now sponsored by Solomon.
They Look like the Inov-8 Trailfly TerraUltra G300. The last time I used a La Sportiva shoe was my cycling days.
I have the Tempesta for winter ❄️ running and a Kaptiva for warmer days. La Sportiva's build quality is awesome and would definitely be looking at purchasing again
Looking forward to see what you make of the Cyclone if you get them????
Good Morning DGR!!!
✋ never worn la sportiva, but I'd like to try them out for longer trail runs and races
I've never seen you give a 10/10 score on any category Seth. If this shoe doesn't get 10/10 for durability, what will it take to finally see a 10/10 score?
Atreyu was given a 10 for price point once. 😉
If 1000 miles is not enough for 10/10 I don't know what is???? 🤪
when listening to seth's review, i only listen to how he describes it. i skipped the scoring part they are not consistent
love the socks mitten 😁
Got an FKT in the original. A 27-miler from Navajo Mountain, UT to Rainbow Bridge - on the Rainbow Trail - in 2016. Super versatile on tough slick rock and sand. A little tight in the toe box. Really well made and durable.
You get the outsole worn out way earlier than uppers. 1000km? yes. 1000 miles? no. But i guess the fact that im between 95 and 100 kilo affects it.
How would this be for long distance backpacking - Which would you choose from La Sportivas' low cut trail shoes.
I hike on compact trails, soft sections and a lot of rocky (wet) trails - from Canadian Rockies.
* I have the Bushido II and its nice as it has great grip, but not enough cushion
I've had 2 pairs of the Akasha 1. The only reason I had to change shoes was because the lugs wore out a bit.
I picked up a pair a few weeks ago, I feel locked in and the outsole is great on the more technical stuff. It feels very well built, I was hoping it would go strong past 500 but you've now raised my expectations on that! One thing I would say is that you'll likely need to go up a size (I was told this is common for La Sportiva?). I've also heard that La Sportiva is no longer making the Akasha but there are still places who have stock of it, who knows if we'll get a version 3 in the future.
LA Sportiva have been my best climbing shoes but never purchased a running shoe from them. Might consider these for shorter mountain runs here in Cape Town. 10k with 1000m elevation gain is an average morning run. I'm not sure if it's the rock or if I just pound shoes but on average I'm getting about half the mileage out of a shoe than I see in the reviews.. costly affair
My Akasha's sole after 665 km is nearly flat on softer black part - red parts are fine
Good Morning DGR
Good morning! 🌅
How would you consider Akasha compared to Ultra Raptor, then to Akira and Jackal?
Thanks.
I have the La Sportiva Bushido.. I love the shoe on hills - very grippy, wore them recently on a trail with deep mud and was not worried like my friends wearing anything else. Tho, I wish the toe box was better protected. I kicked some rocks and was painin’..
10:22 Almost going to say Jean-Claude Van Damme?
Roll out the tanks for this one
Akasha 2 or ultra glide?
Recently got these plus the Ultra Raptor 2. I do a lot of 20-30 miles on high alpine terrain. Not sure the pros/cons of each shoe and which one i should take out. Seemed like the Ultra Raptor 2 might be a bit more comfortable.
How would you describe the difference between the two? The website description isn’t very clear.
hoping to hit 300km per month more consistently
I own the Akasha I, and I would absolutely disagree with the outsold longevity. With normal trail (non rocky) / everyday use, the Friction outsole is just about bald. It's a soft, sticky rubber composite which grips very well, but the longevity of that material is dismal. I think your 1000+ mileage is going to be way, way off. Good luck.
I loved my first pair of Akasha but im now torn between the Akasha 2 and the Speegoat 5 for Ultra running. Which one do you suggest?
Depends on the trail: more technical go with the Akasha; less technical go with the speedgoat.
Does anyone know how this feels for the width, compared to the Kaptiva’s? Kaptiva’s seem pretty narrow, was going to try these but not sure if as narrow as Kaptiva’s.
Does this shoe have enough cushion for a 100 miler?
Please make video about running in minimalist/barefoot shoes!
I trail run in sandals 🙋♂️
Well I try to run in water shoes :)
meep - still waiting for that Saucony thing ... no I've put a pair on but never bought La Sportiva - I'd buy Innov8 before LaSportiva .. too narrow for me a little like Merrell
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Lug depth?
"Pinchin pennies back then....". How does Seth earn a living now?
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I very disappointed in La Sportiva.
Had 2 pairs of Jackal's and both got returned on warranty. First lasted 50 km (outsole started unglued)and second 300 km (mesh on toe box ripped across both shoes).
I'm very sceptical on durability off La Sportiva shoes now .
What about for mutant 2?