La Sportiva Akyra II

La Sportiva · Trail · Trail & Montagne

Overall Score: 84/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 357 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 9 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
  • Official Retail MSRP: $190 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Protective build (357 g) feels less nimble during sharp accelerations

Expert Review Sources

  • Runnea : 86.2 / 100 — « Pairing La Sportiva's La Sportiva proprietary foam platform with a 9 mm drop, the Akyra II impresses in real-world trail testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at $190. »
  • Wider Magazine : 83.4 / 100 — « Built by La Sportiva around the La Sportiva proprietary foam midsole, the Akyra II inspires confidence across technical trails and wet rock thanks to its biting outsole and La Sportiva proprietary foam protection (357 g). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
  • Solereview : 83.6 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 9 mm drop and weighing 357 g, the La Sportiva Akyra II delivers progressive forefoot flex and evenly distributed La Sportiva proprietary foam compression on the mechanical test bench. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »

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