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La Sportiva Akasha 2 vs Merrell Nova 4

La Sportiva Akasha 2

La Sportiva Akasha 2

$155
Merrell Nova 4

Merrell Nova 4

$135

Why is La Sportiva Akasha 2 better than Merrell Nova 4?

Technical Specifications

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Feature

La Sportiva Akasha 2

Merrell Nova 4

155 $
BEST
135 $
310 g
N/A
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
varied trails, long‑distance routes, ultra runs
Trails and varied outdoor surfaces
6 mm
8 mm
BEST
38 mm
BEST
29 mm
28 mm
BEST
21 mm
Injected EVA with Cushion Platform™ for enhanced cushioning
FloatPro™ foam for lightweight, durable cushioning
FriXion® Red dual‑compound with Trail Rocker™ for improved toe‑off
Merrell Quantum Grip™ rubber for confident traction
Perforated AirMesh with PU leather and Dynamic ProTechTion™ reinforcements
Breathable engineered mesh and TPU
Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running ergonomic footbed
50% recycled removable EVA foam with recycled mesh footbed cover
Traditional lace closure
Traditional lace closure with elastic lace keeper
Dynamic ProTechTion™ front reinforcements
N/A
FriXion® Red compound with strategically placed lugs
N/A
Soft, breathable and sock‑like upper with large internal volumes
N/A
Endurance trail running, ultra‑distance runs, long trail training
Trail running, outdoor adventures, varied terrain
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