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Back to Results La Sportiva Rajas Manufacturer: La Sportiva Price: $90 Reviewed in: Jun 2005 Shoe Guide Shoe Type: Trail See Specifications We Say: The Rajas has a soft wedge of foam under the outside of the heel for added impact protection, plus firmer foam under the inside of the heel that extends to the ball of the foot for added stability. Sandwiched between the midsole and outsole is a plastic arch bridge to help the foot transition smoothly from heel-strike to toe-off. The mesh upper features soft plastic overlays that attach to the laces, which run well up into the forefoot and give the shoe a glove-like fit. The Rajas is a good choice for runners who do most of their running on trails, and who normally wear a stable road shoe. Wear-tester Says: "This shoe does well in the mud and on aggressive trails, but the toebox was too tight." -Jason Valchine, 28, East Lansing Be the First to Review this Shoe Gender: Female Shoe Type: Trail Sizes: 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 12.5, 13, 13.5 Weight: 12 oz. Foot Biomechanics: Neutral Printer Friendly | Email | See All Tools

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