inov-8 F-Lite™ 230
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Description
View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- An elite, lightweight racing flat from inov-8® that's ideal for hard pack mountain terrain and short distance races.
- A lightweight shoe that is ideal for racing, as well as for CrossFit™ training.
- Breathable synthetic mesh uppers.
- Lacing system is attached to TPU supports for a better, more even fit.
- Lightly padded tongue and collar, as well as contoured heel cup for added comfort.
- Textile lining offers a great step-in feel.
- Met-Cradle™ webbing ensures a secure lock down over the footbed, while maintaining natural metatarsal alignment.
- Footbed Thickness: 3mm.
- 2 Arrow Shoc-Zone™ provides low underfoot protection, supplying the most through the mid-foot and forefoot strike. It is ideal for intermediate runners and for more advanced runners.
- Midsole Thickness:
Heel/Forefoot: 13mm/ 7mm.
Midsole Differential: 6mm. - Advanced Meta-Flex™ technology is anatomically aligned in front of the metatarsal heads for more natural forefoot flex.
- Dynamic Fascia Band™ (DFB) mimics the "windlass" effect, transferring a jolt of energy with each step, promoting a faster, more efficient stride.
- F-Lite sole delivers maximum traction on hard pack terrain.
- Sticky rubber outsole was created using rock climbing rubber technology to maximize traction in wet conditions. It has an average lifespan of 600 miles.
- Performance™ fit helps minimize internal movement when contouring, ascending and descending. This makes it ideal for racing on any terrain, as well as great for other off-road activities.
- 9.15 oz.
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All inov-8 footwear goes through extensive testing by enthusiasts and elite international athletes to guarantee they perform like they should. Their whole design development process centers on optimizing the end user's performance. The uppers of inov-8 shoes are extremely functional with mesh in the forepart and tongues for maximum breathability. This creates a good climate that helps you run at your best. When you run through water and the shoe gets soaked, it creates a pumping action that expels the water from the shoe allowing it to dry quickly. The lace webbing is positioned allowing a secure foothold without altering the natural alignment of the metatarsals. The back of their shoes are cleanly cut which allows your Achilles tendon to experience high levels of comfort and minimum restriction- particularly when running downhill.
The inov-8 team is made up of experts with proven track records in the footwear fields of sports, mountaineering, marine, outdoor and industrial design and development. This linked with a strong bio-mechanics input, coupled with a test team of elite athletes in the mountain sport environment gives inov-8 the creative culture for next generation products.
Fit Survey:
- 4% Full size too large
- 20% Half size too Large
- 68% True to size
- 6% Half size too small
- 1% Full size too small
- 81% Felt true to width
- 17% Felt narrower than marked
- 2% Felt wider than marked
- 13% Excellent arch support
- 48% Moderate arch support
- 39% No arch support
Customer Reviews
inov-8 F-Lite™ 230
Average rating is 5 out of 5 from a total of 563 reviews.
Top Positive Review
9 people found this review helpful.
Love my F-lite 230s. I also own a pair of 195s, and I have to say although I like the lighter weight in the 195s, if you are looking for an all around shoe for crossfit, the 230 is it. For me, the few extra millimeters in the heel make a big difference on movements such as overhead squats. Love the grey/black and can't wait for the new colors to come out, cause I'll be buying more.
Read more » « Show less February 10, 2012 by RTop Critical Review
2 people found this review helpful.
I tried a few of the inov-8 line, all with the universal fitting for a woman's size 8 wide shoe. All these shoes were so very narrow they were impossible to wear. Beautiful shoe though, just no way it would fit.
Read more » « Show less March 24, 2012 by Anonymous- Sort by:
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Love my F-lite 230s. I also own a pair of 195s, and I have to say although I like the lighter weight in the 195s, if you are looking for an all around shoe for crossfit, the 230 is it. For me, the few extra millimeters in the heel make a big difference on movements such as overhead squats. Love the grey/black and can't wait for the new colors to come out, cause I'll be buying more.
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- R - customer
- from Crossfit Memphis/Faction
- February 10, 2012
Awesome shoe, but the sizes run a little big. You should go about 1/2-full size smaller than what you normally would.
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- Michael B - customer
- from Tokyo, Japan
- December 10, 2011
Great shoe! Perfect for CrossFit. Okay for sprints and short runs if you are transitioning to a more natural/low differential type shoe. Not much cushioning, but I still love it.
I'd also recommend: Brooks Cadence running shoes. Perfect shoe to complete the needs of someone that CrossFits AND runs.
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- Anonymous - customer
- February 22, 2012
I absolutely love these shoes! I have four pairs of inov8 shoes and I will continue to buy them. I am a crossfitter and they are great for any workout that I do.
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- Anonymous - customer
- from Virgina
- February 26, 2012
Great lightweight minimalist shoe for CrossFit. They fit big so I suggest going down half a size from your usual shoe size. Great with or without socks -- never had a blister problem breaking them in. Love them!
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- Anonymous - customer
- from Vancouver, British Columbia
- February 25, 2012
