La Sportiva Bushido II GTX woman

The classic Mountain Running model Bushido II comes now with GORE-TEX invisible fit technology, designed for winter season. Dedicated to the world of skyraces it is super lightweight, high traction, aggressive and designed to guarantee perfect stability in support on all types of off-road terrain.

Thanks to the STB Control construction, the TPU skeleton placed laterally on the upper descends to wrap the midsole in the medial part stabilizing the shoe. This solution allows to obtain a snug fit and greater general stability due to the synergistic work of the uppers and midsole, as well as reducing the weight of the product, avoiding the insertion of heavy stabilizer inserts in the central part of the shoe. The FriXion Red dual-compound sole has different support surfaces: the rounded shape of the external lugs that rise laterally to touch the midsole, creates a gradual angle of support with the ground while maintaining stability even in cases of extreme torsion of the foot. This allows you to run safely even on the most technical terrain in the presence of roots, stones and branches. Maximum support and snug fit on the medial part of the foot, freedom of movement and comfort at the toe. The result is a shoe that, in pure La Sportiva style offers new solutions to the requests of the most demanding runners, rewriting the rules of the game with a construction never seen before in trail running shoes.

Features

• Gore-Tex membrane with breathable, waterproof and super flexible Invisible Fit technology.
• Clean construction with minimal seams.
• Uppers with internal slip-on construction: wraps around the foot like a sock without excessive compression or pressure.
• Heel designed for maximum comfort.
• Reinforcements in thermoplastic film for resistance to rubbing and abrasion.
• The FriXion Red dual-compound sole features differentiated support surfaces ensuring maximum grip on all types of terrain.

Specs

• Upper: Breathable air mesh, thermoplastic film reinforcements, medial skeleton in HF TPU applied on rip-stop panels.
• Lining: GORE-TEX invisible fit.
• Midsole: Compression EVA and Sability Control System.
• Sole: Frixion Red.
• Footbed: Ortholite Ergonomic 4mm.
• Drop: 6 mm.
• Real weight: 280 g (Us w 7).

Technologies

Mid Long Distance
Versatile shoes created for a number of off-road runs such as skyraces, mountain running and city park running. High level of stability, shock absorption and comfort.

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.

FriXion Red
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.

Eva - Compression
Standard compression molded EVA midsoles provide durability and reactivity on soft ground where the need for shock absorption is reduced.

Ortholite MR E
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.

Normal Volume
Shoes designed for “normal” feet with a neutral instep, neither narrow nor wide. These shoes are ideal both for narrow and wide feet.

Impact Brake System
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.

Gore-Tex Invisible Fit
The fit and feel you love. Guaranteed waterproof. Every mile made better.

True Fit
The unique, flexible construction reduces weight and creates fewer pressure points, and an extremely comfortable fit and feel, so you can keep going - and going.

Durably Waterproof
Reliable waterproof protection means your feet stay dry, from summer showers to icy winter puddles. Perfect for short jogs or long-distance races.

Very Breathable
Moisture vapor from sweat can escape easily, so you stay comfortable-even when you are going hard.

The membrane is invisibly integrated into the shoe, the lightweight construction is designed to disappear.