The new light racing version of the race ultra, the Race Ultra 270 brings athletes closer to the terrain with its reduced 4-mm drop. Offering optimal cushioning and comfort for the long-distance athlete racing over trails and mountains while also delivering increased levels of proprioception. A flatter outsole ensures a stable ride when fatigue sets in. Clip a Race Ultra gaiter onto Inov-8's unique on-the-shoe attachment system to ensure all debris is kept at bay.

Features

• Female-specific fit
• Compressed EVA midsole
• Tri-C Race Ultra outsole
• Tri-C outsole material is made of three zones of rubber: high-abrasion rubber at the heel; soft, sticky rubber outer zone; and a hard, sticky core
• Soft, sticky rubber at the outer edges allows for greater traction
• High-abrasion rubber on the heel improves durability and allows for heel striking when fatigued
• Hard, sticky rubber on the core promotes endurance and delivers rugged grip
• 5-finger polymer Meta-Shank Generation III aligns with each metatarsal for increased benefit from the Windlass Effect while retaining underfoot impact protection and flexibility
• Meta-Flex groove in the forefoot of the outsole provides a natural flex point in the shoe allowing the forefoot to function naturally with each step
• X-Static incorporates pure silver in a synthetic fiber providing permanent anti-odor protection
• X-Static is not a finish or treatment; therefore the silver will not wash out or wear off
• Antimicrobial treatment ensures bacteria is unable to build up
• Perforated 6-mm insole is removable, breathable, fast-wicking and quick-drying
• Standard-fit last offers a wider toe box that allows toes to splay when running naturally
• Perfect for forefoot strikers, athletes with a wider foot and when lifting heavy weights
• Close-fitting heel locks the shoe into position
• Met-Cradle lacing system anatomically positioned to cradle the midfoot behind the metatarsal heads and provides a secure, adjustable hold while allowing the forefoot to flex as nature intended
• Secure Met-Cradle fit minimizes internal foot movement when ascending, descending and contouring, enabling a faster run with greater confidence and support
• Breathable mesh interior lining
• When used with the Race Ultra gaiter, the shoe gaiter system eliminates the need to use strapped gaiters
• Race Ultra gaiter not included