The Ultimate Tough Shoe for Those Who Make Their Own Path

In this year’s edition of the world’s toughest one-day race, Ö till Ö in the Stockholm archipelago, the La Sportiva XCountry is the shoe of choice for several teams who must run and swim the 64-kilometer course from Sandhamn to Utö in a single day.

The La Sportiva XCountry is a new shoe for multisport athletes, orienteers, and trail runners – and anyone else who makes their own path beyond the well-known and well-trodden trails. It’s a light and durable shoe designed to provide great grip and foothold in muddy and wet terrain. Thoughtfully designed in every detail for free speed and tough route choices.

Safe and Fast Running with Wonderful Grip
Johan Hasselmark is one of the runners on team FJS Adventure Racing, which ran and swam their way to second place in the 2010 edition of Ö till Ö. On September 5th, he will once again stand at the starting line in Sandhamn in the Stockholm archipelago, ready for this year’s edition.

– One of the most optimal shoes to run in during the Ö till Ö race is the La Sportiva XCountry, which has an absolutely wonderful grip on the terrain. The great advantage of the shoe is also that you can screw metal studs into the sole to further increase traction, says Johan Hasselmark, Team FJS Adventure Racing.

Smart Lacing Keeps Out Small Stones and Dirt
The La Sportiva XCountry is a lightweight shoe for fast and safe running on trails and rough terrain. Reliable with great grip on rock slabs and mountainsides, in wet and muddy ground, and in challenging terrain. The upper is made from durable material and is reinforced in exposed areas to give the foot good protection. The shoe is comfortable with smart integrated lacing and a construction that keeps dirt and stones out.

Metal Studs for Enhanced Grip
The inside of the shoe is anti-slip treated to prevent the foot from sliding around inside. The insole is thin but designed to provide shock absorption. The outsole is a FriXion AT sole with rubber studs that can be fitted with Best-Grip metal studs for even better grip on slippery rocks and icy surfaces.

Specs: XCountry from La Sportiva
A durable shoe with perfect grip for tough conditions in off-trail terrain.

• Weight: 270 grams/shoe
• Last: unisex
• Color: black/yellow
• Size: 36-47.5 including half sizes

General agent for La Sportiva in Sweden is C2 Vertical Safety