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Vasque Ion Approach Shoe - Women's
The Vasque Ion is a high-performance approach shoe that's perfectly suited to 5.2 scrambling, use as a light trail hiker, and everyday urban missions. Starting from the bottom up, the Ion features the famous Stealth sticky rubber found in Five Ten's climbing shoes. THE highest friction rubber available, Stealth's unique compounds allow you to grip the trail or rock like no other material, while providing maximum shock absorption on the go. Integrated components throughout the midsole provide incredible support: a nylon shank provides both flex and stiffness, and a tri-density compression molded EVA midsole is softer under the forefoot, stiffest on the outside of the heel to prevent pronation, and supportive under the heel for optimal durability. A high-quality contoured EVA footbed provides a supportive arch and heel cup that frankly blows other stock footbeds out of the water. The Ion's upper combines highly breathable nylon mesh with sturdy Nubuck and Split leather, while lacing that extends to the toe provides a precise climbing-shoe style fit. A medium forefoot fit accommodates foot swelling during exercise, while a tight heel provides maximum performance.
$89.95 
Vasque Ion/Catalyst
Vasque has hit the mark with the Women's Ion/ Men's Catalyst. Essentially the same shoe, both of these rugged companions really do the job! I trail run in the desert each winter in loose rocky terrain, run on rocks large and small, and charge through thick brush. These shoes never let me down, and never fall apart. They stick like glue to steep rock surfaces, and when I'm done adventuring, I slow to a walk and just keep on going in soft comfort. These really are great shoes. I keep an extra pair looking nice so I can wear them in public, and still be ready for anything. I got the Ions for my wife because she tends to slip on rocks, but no more. The ‘Stealth’ rubber works! They may not have the perky look of some, but they completely deliver in every other way.
Immediate comfort and performance
Can you say comfort? I took a chance on ordering shoes over the internet based off the past performance of my Vasque hiking boots....the ion offers great support, immediate comfort and sharp style. Lots of happy trails over here. -ll
ion hiking shoes
Greatest hiking shoes ever! The stealth soles provide excellent traction on all surfaces.
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Training Tips
When buying a new pair of running shoes, bring your old ones with you. You will get a better fit if you know if you supinate or pronate.
Heart monitors are useful for knowing when you are in the right zone for your training efforts. If you understand what your maximum heart rate is, you can set up your monitor to beep at you when you exceed the high or low range of your heart rate for the type of workout you are doing.
Cross training gives your body a chance to recover while still exercising. If yesterday has a hard run day up and down hills, then today's bicycle ride gives your aching knees a well deserved break.
Anaeroic threshold is when lactic acid starts to build up in your body as your muscles are not getting the oxygen they require. This threshold is typically expressed as a percentage of your VO2 max - the amount of oxygen per kilogram of weight that a person can use in converting fuel to energy. Elite athletes threshold might be as high as 90% of VO2 max.
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