WHY CHOOSE A LIGHTWEIGHT RUNNING SHOE?
Research and development studies have shown that a lighter product improves running performance through better energy conservation.
The KS LIGHT was designed without compromising on comfort and resistance, but with lighter components and an optimized sole design.
Result: The KIPRUN KS LIGHT shoe is 12% lighter than the KIPRUN LONG.
Weight: 240 g in 39.
THE IMPORTANCE OF CUSHIONING
To run with maximum comfort and performance, we have developed 2 concepts:
- K-Ring: a ring, located at heel level, improves rear cushioning and disperses the shock wave to protect the body (joints, back, knees...) effectively.
- Kalensole: an exclusive foam, developed with our R&D department, provides a 34% improvement in cushioning, +25% energy return and 1000km resistance compared to traditional foam.
DID YOU SAY STABLE?
A stable shoe makes it easier to roll the foot off the ground and limits the effort required to control the foot and ankle for a relaxed support.
We have therefore increased the foot's support surface and added a reinforcement at the back of the heel.
THE COMFORT OF KIPRUN KS LIGHT
For long, regular runs, foot comfort is of paramount importance.
We have therefore sought to improve this comfort through:
- a new collar at the back of the shoe to ensure excellent heel retention and ideal softness.
- a pre-shaped sole made from honeycomb PU foam. a preformed sole made from PU (polyurethane) honeycomb foam.
- a reworked forefoot area to ensure no discomfort.
- a one-piece, seamless fabric to limit the risk of rubbing.
EXCELLENT ROADHOLDING ON WET ROADS AND WHEN CORNERING
Our sole has been designed like a car tire for efficient running without loss of control, even when it's raining.
The new sole geometry combined with a new rubber compound gives KIPRUN KS LIGHT excellent grip on wet surfaces, even at top speed.
SUITABLE FOR ALL STRIDE LENGTHS
Thanks to its exclusive K-ONLY concept, a denser foam located under the first metatarsal, you no longer need to know your stride type (pronator, supinator, neutral)!
A 6-month study carried out with the Luxembourg Institute of Health* demonstrated that the K-Only concept is suitable for all stride types.
The study in figures:
- 372 runners
- over 12,558 training sessions
- 12,094 hours of practice,
- 116,723 km covered
DROP OF 10 MM
The difference in sole height between front and rear is 10 mm.
A TEAM OF ENTHUSIASTS TO OFFER YOU A UNIQUE RUNNING EXPERIENCE
The Kiprun KS Light is the fruit of over 10 years of shoe expertise at Décathlon.
Caroline and Pierre-Emmanuel (product managers), Stéphane (product engineer) and Nicolas (designer), all passionate about running, develop your Kiprun shoes thanks to a network of ambassadors: running enthusiasts at Decathlon, sports coaches and you!
We choose the components, create the prototypes, test and validate the products in the laboratory and in practice.
