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If you are serious about speed, then look to the Japan Lite-ning 3. The supple upper hugs the foot and the versatile 6-spike platform balances power and flexibility. Whether you are a power sprinter or long sprinter, the Japan Lite-ning delivers superior performance. Inlcudes twelve 8mm compression-tiered spikes and a spike wrench.
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Weight: 4.9 oz (size 9)
Sizing is based on the men's scale. Since this shoe runs large, Women should subtract 2 sizes from their women's shoe size. Example Women's 8.5 equals size 6.5 for this shoe.
How It Fits (based on width D) Width D=Medium
- Sizing: For snug sprint fit, purchase 1/2 size smaller than standard running shoe size
- Heel: Narrow
- Mid-foot: Medium volume
- Forefoot: Medium to narrow
- Toe-Box height: Medium-low
Product Lifecycle
- Release date: November 2009
- Model discontinued: Unknown
- Heritage: Japan Lite-ning 2
INTRODUCTION
Japan Lite-ning 3 is the elite sprint spike from Asics engineered for distances up to 400m on rubber tracks. An all synthetic leather upper creates a snug, performance oriented fit and the full length Pebax plate is optimized for flexibility. This shoe has a curved shape.
CUSHIONING
- To keep weight down, this shoe contains no additional cushioning technologies.
MIDSOLE
- To keep weight down, this shoe contains no additional midsole technologies.
UPPER
- Synthetic Leather covers all of the upper and is perforated for a light, comfortable, and breathable fit.
- Ecsaine3 Collar Lining encircles the collar and heel and is a soft suede-like material that gives the option to run sockless.
- Slip Lasting involves wrapping and stitching the upper in a bootie-like shape before it is glued to the midsole to increase flexibility and decrease weight.
OUTSOLE
- Pebax Plate is a full length polymer plate designed to minimize weight and maximize traction. Textured heel enhances grip on the track surface.
- DuoSole integrates two materials in a manner designed to increase flexibility, decrease weight while maintaining traction and durability.
- Contains 6 spike receptacles per shoe.
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