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La Sportiva VK Boa vs The North Face Altamesa 500

La Sportiva VK Boa

La Sportiva VK Boa

$170
The North Face Altamesa 500

The North Face Altamesa 500

$140

Why is La Sportiva VK Boa better than The North Face Altamesa 500?

Technical Specifications

Compare features between La Sportiva VK Boa vs The North Face Altamesa 500

Feature

La Sportiva VK Boa

The North Face Altamesa 500

170 $
BEST
140 $
180 g
N/A
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
steep uphill trails, vertical kilometer racing
Gravel paths and mountain trails
4 mm
6 mm
BEST
15 mm
N/A
11 mm
N/A
High‑density compression EVA with rock‑guard insert
DREAM foam for lightweight cushioning and rebound
FriXion® White Mix compound with minimal tread
SURFACE CTRL™ rubber with 4 mm grippy lugs
Bi‑elastic mesh with Sock‑Like™ construction for freedom of movement
N/A
Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running® ergonomic insole
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BOA® Fit rapid closure system
N/A
Lightweight TPU toe cap
N/A
FriXion® White compound lugs placed only where needed
N/A
3D Heel design for fit and comfort
N/A
Vertical Kilometer races and uphill trail competitions
Trail running and mountain training
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