Normally 140 euro
Designed to address the challenges triathletes face in T2 and on the run, the ULTRA Race offers solutions that result in a more comfortable, more efficient and ultimately, a faster run on race day.
- BareFit Technology for sockless wear
- Patented FRICTION FREE technology to reduce hot spots and blisters
- Tri-Dry technology limits water retention in the shoe
- Patented Quick-Lace System for speed of entry with a single-handed pull
- CarbonSpan+ provides smooth and powerful toe off
- Lightweight and minimalistic < oz. 8.4 Mens 226g 8.1 Womens>
- Midsole Heights: 19mm/9mm
NOTE: ZOOT Shoes are using US sizing.
It is 1 size larger than their UK Mens counterpart
Example: US Mens size 9 = UK size 8
Designed by two shoe designers from Mizuno and Saucony.
Click Here for an article about these shoes printed in Triathlete Magazine in the US
Technology of the Zoot Shoes:
- BareFit - Our shoes are constructed for sockless wear. The linings are a Dri-Lex fabric with Smart-Silver and FRICTION FREE combining to battle moisture, odor and reduce hot spots.
- Tri-O-Mechanics - Addresses the different mechanics employed when legs are fatigued from cycling. Tri-O-Mechanics encourages the athlete to run on the midfoot/forefoot to maximize efficiency and maintain momentum
- Tri-Dry - Allows water to drain from shoe and away from the foot through ducts in sockliner, strobel board and midsole. Zoot upper materials are all hydrophobic, preventing the absorption of water. This creates a more comfortable environment for the foot while allowing the shoe to maintain its light weight.
- Quick-Lace - The Zoot footwear lacing system that allows the athlete to adjust the fit with a single-handed pull. Designed to speed transition times, Quick-Lace allows for fast entry with our anatomical pull tabs and stretch lace.
- FRICTION FREE zone - Strategically placed “zones” are constructed in the arms and inseams of our garments to reduce chafing abrasion and skin irritation. It is also used it in the lining of our Footwear to reduce hot spots and blisters.
- CarbonSpan+ - Provides midfoot support, torsional rigidity and energy return on toe-off. The midfoot Carbon Span+ has a flexible extension that runs into the forefoot for a smooth, responsive toe-off. Carbon fiber is lighter and more tunable than traditional midfoot support materials like TPU
- Z-Bound - Midsole cushioning compound combines incredible shock absorption with rebound properties. Z-Bound is placed in the midfoot and forefoot of our shoes to address impact that’s specific to triathletes
- Z-VA (Zoot EVA) - Exclusive Zoot midsole compound blended to provide a well-cushioned and extremely light ride
- Z-CR (Zoot Carbon Rubber) - Provides a great feel for the road with minimal energy loss.
- Z-BR (Zoot Blown Rubber) - Formulated to provide the lightest weight with maximum durability.
Over the past 25 years, there have been great performance breakthroughs in swimming and cycling that can be traced directly to triathlon specific products. But no one has ever impacted T2 and the most crucial part of the race, the run, until now. Not surprisingly, that innovation is once again coming from Zoot Sports.
After years of studying triathletes, Zoot Sports has identified four inherent footwear problems specifichletes:
1. Speed of Entry - The need to get in and out of T2 as quickly as possible
2. Sockless Wear - Triathletes don’t want to take the time to put socks on
3. Biomechanics - Athletes run differently after racing a bike
4. Water Retention - Studies have shown that traditiona shoes can gain an additional 30% of their weight during a race
