The ION RASCAL in Detail

Der ION Rascal kommt in Schwarz und Blau für einen Preis von 159 € ab Anfang 2017 in den Handel.
The ION Rascal comes in a black or blue model and will flank the shelves from the start of 2017 for € 139,95.

The new clipless debutant from ION goes by the name of RASCAL. It comes in two colors (black or blue) and 11 sizes ranging from 37 to 47. Thanks to its SupTraction Rubber Soul CL (with CL standing for clipless) and EVA midsole, the RASCAL is reputed to boast sufficient stiffness for efficient energy transfer to your pedals as well as simultaneously dishing up enough flexibility to allow you to walk without discomfort. In the heel zone, ION has even boosted the level of flex to permit optimal control when riding.

Die große Cleat-Aussparung soll eine optimale Anpassung ermöglichen. Das offene Profil im Bereich der Zehen und der Ferse soll ausreichend Grip beim Laufen liefern.
The large recess for the cleat gives more room for adjustment. The more open tread away from the midsole means better grip when walking.
Sneaker-Look gepaart mit jeder Menge cleverer Details – der neue ION RASCAL.
The new ION RASCAL sports a stylish sneaker aesthetic with a host of cool details.
Perforationen sollen für ein angenehmes Klima im Inneren sorgen.
These perforations above the toecap are designed to aid the shoe’s internal climate.
Die markante Shape verleiht dem Schuh eine futuristische Optik.
Distinctively shaped, the shoe has a pretty eye-catching and futuristic look.
Das Klettband soll für optimalen Sitz und beste Kraftübertragung sorgen.
The Velcro strap is designed for fit and energy transfer.
Das Design des schwarzen Testmodells ist noch nicht 100 % final. So soll bspw. der weiße Teil der Sohle in Serie aus einem dunklen Grau bestehen.
The design of this stealth black test model isn’t finished yet and the white area on the sole is set to turn dark gray.

Weaving in key design aspects, the shoe features a distinctive Velcro strap on the upper, dubbed the Serpen_Tie, which keeps your ankle secure while also guaranteeing a firm bond between the foot and the cleat. The robust toecap protects your toes, while the raised inner guards your ankles from stray trail debris and the cranks. The high quality inner sole aims to support your feet and deliver additional comfort with its built-in damping in the heel zone. In a size 42, a pair of shoes weighs a tidy 450 g. ION have also paid their dues to durability, but we can’t confirm that until we see how it fares on test.

The need-to-know:

Price: €139,95
Weight: ca. 450 g
Sizes: 37–47
Colours: black/blue
Sole: 3-part sole with EVA core