The hybrid trainer for athletes who refuse to be categorised
Zitanos is the hybrid trainer for athletes who refuse to be categorised, built in Britain. Designed for transition. Ready for anything.
Built for runners who train with intent
Zitanos 2.0 is not a running shoe that kind of works for other things.
It's a hybrid trainer built from the ground up for people who run, lift, commute,
and climb—without changing shoes.
Engineered for transitions. Optimised for your whole day.
ZITANOS 2.0
Wear it to believe it.
Running-shoe performance. Lifestyle-shoe versatility.
The Zitanos 2.0 combines race-tuned responsiveness with the durability
and style you need for everything else your day demands.
One shoe. No compromises. No bag full of backups.
Adaptive Visibility Mode
Reflective when needed. Clean when not.
Stay visible in low-light conditions without compromising a clean, minimalist look during the day.
All-Day Performance Ready
Optimised for running, training, and everything between. Lightweight 218g construction for speed. Responsive EVA midsole with 72% energy return for cushioning. 9mm drop for natural forefoot striking. Whether it's a 5K morning run, a gym session at lunch, or a walking meeting across town—Zitanos delivers.
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100% Considered Design
Built to last. Designed to transition. Made with intention.Recycled polyester upper. 800km wear-tested outsole. 3M reflective details. Every choice balances performance with responsibility—because athletes who refuse to be categorized shouldn't have to choose between doing good and doing everything.
Making impact
218 grams. 72% energy return. Tested to 800km across every surface a British training week throws at you. One shoe built for the whole day.
The trainer for athletes who refuse to be put in a box.
WHY IT MATTERS
Most running shoes are built for one thing. The Zitanos 2.0 is built for all of it.
Run to work. Train at lunch. Race on Sunday. The Zitanos 2.0 was engineered to move through your whole day without asking you to change shoes. Lightweight enough to feel fast. Durable enough to last the season. Responsible enough to mean something.
Engineered in Britain. Tested across 12,000km. Backed by a 2 year guarantee. This is what happens when a brand puts performance and purpose in the same shoe.
RUN WITH INTENT
At 218 grams, the Zitanos 2.0 disappears on foot. That is 14% lighter than the category average, not because we stripped it back, but because every component earns its place. The EVA midsole runs at 45C durometer, which means it is firm enough to feel fast and cushioned enough to protect you over distance. 72% energy return per stride. That is the difference between a shoe that carries you and one that works with you.
The 6mm heel to toe drop promotes natural forefoot striking and reduces joint load whether you are chasing a personal best on race day or running easy on a Tuesday morning.
- Weight: 218g (UK 8)
- Energy return: 72% from responsive EVA compound
- Drop: 6mm for natural gait and reduced joint stress
- Toe box: 102mm anatomical race fit with no cramping
BUILT FOR EVERY SURFACE
The carbon rubber outsole runs a 3mm lug depth and is tested to 800km across concrete, treadmill, gravel and wet tarmac. 40% fewer seams means less friction and more miles before you notice the shoe at all.
When the light drops the 3M Scotchlite integrated yarn activates below 5 lux. A 500 candela reflective index that keeps you visible without changing how the shoe looks in daylight. Early morning starts should not come with risk.
Outsole: Carbon rubber, 800km wear test certified
Reflectivity: 3M Scotchlite, activates below 5 lux, 500+ candela
Upper: Hexagonal lock structure, breathability rated 4.2 out of 5 by independent lab
Construction: Welded overlays, strobel board, 40% fewer seams
BUILT RESPONSIBLY
85% recycled polyester engineered mesh upper. Bio based foam midsole. A 40% lower carbon footprint than standard trainers, verified not claimed. Every supplier meets the Global Recycled Standard.
Performance and sustainability are not a trade off. We built the Zitanos 2.0 to prove it.
- Upper: 85% recycled polyester mesh
- Carbon footprint: 40% lower than standard trainers
- Supply chain: Global Recycled Standard certified
Full details: View impact report →♾️
Wet pavement. Gym floors. Trail shortcuts. Zitanos handles surfaces that pure running shoes can't. The high-grip carbon rubber outsole is tested to 800km across concrete, treadmill, gravel, and rain. Stable when you're chasing a PR. Confident when you're chasing a bus.
Stability when you run. Adaptability when you don't.
The Zitanos 2.0 responds to how you move; whether that's a forefoot strike on pavement, a lateral cut on the court, or a full day on your feet. Engineered support that adjusts to your foot, reducing fatigue across activities, not just miles.One shoe. Every movement. Zero compromise.
The Zitanos 2.0 looks as good at the coffee shop as it performs on the track. Streamlined silhouette. Premium materials. Details that work everywhere; reflective accents for early mornings, clean lines for client meetings, vibrant Orange colourway that expresses without shouting.
Performance you can train in. Style you can live in.
Designed with purpose. Built with responsibility.
Boldstance is designed in the United Kingdom and built by a global team across the United Kingdom, Brazil, and China.
From material sourcing to manufacturing, every decision reflects our commitment to transparency, quality, and long-term impact.
China
Our shoe production site
United Kingdom
Our Main head office is located in Staffordshire.
Brazil
Our team of talented shoe designers located in Brasilia.