Zitanos 2.0
Hybrid Performance Trainer — Technical Specification
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Mass | 218g (UK 8) | 14% lighter than category average (254g) |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop | 6mm | Optimal for forefoot strikers; reduced joint load |
| Upper Construction | Engineered mesh, hexagonal lock structure | Built for breathability and a locked-in midfoot |
| Midsole Compound | Responsive EVA, 45C durometer | 72% energy return in development testing |
| Outsole Material | High-abrasion carbon rubber | 3mm lug depth; 800km lifespan target |
| Reflectivity System | 3M Scotchlite integrated yarn | Designed for low-light visibility |
| Last Geometry | Anatomical race last | 102mm toe box |
| Construction Method | Strobel board, welded overlays | Fewer seams than a traditional build |
| Style Code | BSO000-002 | Founder Edition, limited first run |
Design Intent
"We spent 47 iterations getting the midsole right. Not because we are perfectionists for the sake of it, but because I have run in shoes that felt great for 200km and fell apart at 400. I wanted to build something that earns trust over distance, not just in the first week."
Origin & Manufacturing
- DesignStaffordshire, United Kingdom
- MaterialsSão Paulo, Brazil, agreed supplier (rubber compounds)
- AssemblyDongguan, China, agreed manufacturing partner
- Quality ControlInspection on every pair
Development & Testing
These figures come from development testing of the Zitanos 2.0 with our manufacturing partner, across road, track and light trail. The first production run is being funded through Kickstarter. We will publish full production testing and material certifications in our first responsibility report.
Environmental Data
We are committing to a full lifecycle assessment of the Zitanos 2.0 ahead of the first production run, and we will publish the verified figure here. We would rather show you a real, independently checked number than an estimate. You can read where we stand on our Sustainability and Ethics page. A repair and take-back programme is planned to launch alongside the shoe.