VJ Men's Sarva Icehero 2

VJ Sarva is a long-established, trusted manufacturer of orienteering footwear — for many orienteers, it’s the only choice!

The Icehero 2 is suitable for slippery winter trails as well as orienteering use all year round. It’s the manufacturer’s most agile winter running shoe with the best running feel. The cushioning is not ‘like dough’ but instead offers a responsive feel. The difference from EVA midsoles is clear.

Each sole features 17 carbon steel studs. They are also star-shaped, which further enhances grip.

• On Sarva’s scale of shoe widths, ranging from 1 to 5, the width of this model is 4, meaning it’s the second widest available
• Extremely lightweight, suitably cushioned, and highly responsive SuperFOAMance midsole
• The midsole includes a rock plate to protect against sharp terrain features
• Tread depth of 4 mm
• Upper made from a single piece, dries quickly
• Sole thickness: 31 mm at the heel, 25 mm at the forefoot, 6 mm drop

For those familiar with VJ products: the Icehero 2 is essentially like the MAXx2, but with studs.