Strictly for use on dirt only!!!! They’re not suitable for tartan tracks, asphalt, the gym, etc.... Besides wearing out immediately, their soles are hard and your feet will hurt... for running on dirt, they’re top!!!! I’m buying them for the second time...

Top training shoe for mountain running. Comfortable, durable, fairly large toe box, very good toe protection, good grip, and it can handle many, many kilometers. It is recommended to take half a size larger than in other brands.

The shoe is very good but it didn't suit me at the heel, I would have liked it a bit higher at the back of the heel, specifically on inclines I felt like the shoe would come off

At first they seemed quite good to me, but after kilometers on Olympus they lost their grip, I don't know why. Also, they tore from the top and generally they don't step steadily on technical terrain, they move left - right. They are a bit hard for running.

The shoe is incredible! I use it for mountain running on difficult terrain with rocks and it feels like nothing, and my foot comes out rested. They don't slip, very good protection in front of the toes and overall you feel that your foot is safe. It is a shoe for many kilometers and for hiking use, I recommend it if you want something that can go the distance. If you want a shoe for speed in a race or a lighter, more specialized one, yes there are other options but without the durability of the Akasha.

The shoe is a war dog! I've had it for over 1.5 years with more than 1,000 kilometers on it. A little hiking and the rest running on rocky mountains. It may seem hard underfoot, but for anyone who wants durability, it's worth it. After 1.5 years, the sole has started to wear out since I run on rough rocks (and it took a very long time).
5/5 stars.
(update June 2026, I got them to about 3,000 km)

A very good shoe in terms of durability against abuse and sole resilience; regarding hardness, it did not meet my expectations, and it also did not fit me well because it is quite narrow like a mold

The shoe is very powerful. At first it seemed hard to me, but I got used to it after 2 runs. It is very stable, with excellent breathability and fit on the foot.

Whatever you say about these shoes is little, I had the akasha first for 3 years and I got the akasha ll to replace them. The shoes are just as great as the previous model, whether you use them for running or hiking, with or without weight on you for short or long distances. The midsole is very comfortable and the grip is very good on all terrains, whether you are on dirt, forest, or rocky environment. Whether you are moving downhill or uphill, they will not let you down

The best thing I have ever worn in relation to Salomon, which has now lowered their quality. Generally, what I saw was that opinions differ on Skroutz, and if you want to choose the right La Sportiva shoe, check the official page for specifications to see which one suits you

Very good shoe overall, EXCEPT for shock absorption compared to other brands. Take this into consideration if you have knee discomfort or suspect you will develop it. These are my observations from 16 years of training and competing in the mountains. I hope I helped. Good kilometers to everyone!!

It is the second time I buy them because they are as lightweight as I want them to be and as protective as they should be. For me, they have the perfect balance between how "reinforced" they are and how well I feel my foot is gripping the mountain. Ideally, I would like them to be lighter and to have a thinner sole, but all the shoes I have tried with a lighter sole give me blisters during long races. So, although at first I wasn't thrilled because they seemed heavy and bulky, after using them in races, I realized that these are the shoes I should be wearing for races.

Exemplary setup for a mountain shoe. Excellent grip, weight may be slightly heavy, but fair trade-off for the absorption it provides on the trail. Very good quality materials in mesh and sole, which seem like they will withstand for a long time, even under 100km of training. Definitely go for a size up compared to other shoe brands. I will also note that it has a quite comfortable toe box, which allows ample space for movement in the toes, especially for my wide foot.

I have bought several models of Lasportiva and I must say that I have always been very satisfied with everything (fit, stability, and above all durability)... a few months ago I bought the Akasha 2! Due to an injury, I haven't run many kilometers, and what I have done is on dirt roads, not even trails and rough terrain, rocks, etc... Nevertheless, they have started to fall apart in various places... I don't know if it's just me, but something has definitely gone wrong! Maybe a material flaw! It's a shame because I always spoke about the durability of Lasportiva shoes compared to other brands

I am a fan of LASPORTIVA, so I bought this model again for 125 euros in size 47. Mountain and AKASHA go together, good runs to everyone!

Glove on the foot, very nice fit.
On the first run, the shoe feels like you've been wearing it for years.
Very comfortable on the foot.
I only have positive comments to make about the company La Sportiva Greece.
Definitely, the next shoe I will buy will be La Sportiva.