Joma Sierra 6 vs La Sportiva Akasha 2

Joma Sierra 6

Joma Sierra 6

$78
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La Sportiva Akasha 2

La Sportiva Akasha 2

$155

Quick verdict

Joma Sierra 6

$78

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $77 less
  • A lighter option (20 g less)

La Sportiva Akasha 2

$155

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (27 vs 7)
  • More cushioning (31 vs 26 mm heel stack)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 150 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Joma Sierra 6· leads in 2

LightnessAffordability

La Sportiva Akasha 2· leads in 1

Cushioning
  • Cushioning

    26 mm
    31 mm
  • Lightness

    290 g
    310 g
  • Grip

    No data
    4.5 mmTop 24%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    6 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $78Top 3%
    $155Top 44%

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Joma Sierra 6 vs La Sportiva Akasha 2

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Essentials

78 $
155 $
290 g
310 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Compact trails and medium-technical terrain
varied trails, long‑distance routes, ultra runs
Training runs of up to 2-3 hours and medium distances at 4-5:30 min/km
Endurance trail running, ultra‑distance runs, long trail training

Cushioning

6 mm
6 mm
26 mm
31 mm
20 mm
25 mm
FULL DUAL PULSOR: Taiji phylon on top for shock absorption over high-density phylon
Injected EVA with Cushion Platform™ for enhanced cushioning
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Soft, breathable and sock‑like upper with large internal volumes

Grip & protection

DURABILITY rubber with medium-profile studs and BALANCE anti-twist plate
FriXion® Red dual‑compound with Trail Rocker™ for improved toe‑off
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Dynamic ProTechTion™ front reinforcements
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FriXion® Red compound with strategically placed lugs

Upper & fit

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Perforated AirMesh with PU leather and Dynamic ProTechTion™ reinforcements
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Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running ergonomic footbed
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Traditional lace closure
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Which offers better value: Joma Sierra 6 vs La Sportiva Akasha 2?

For value comparison: The Joma Sierra 6 ($78) offers better affordability compared to the La Sportiva Akasha 2 ($155). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

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