WVSport Oakes Cross Running Trainers
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Developed for four-times world record holder Fiona Oakes, and built to take the most extreme running environments she's raced — from the Sahara Desert to the North Pole. The Oakes Cross Running Trainers were made for rugged trail running.
The Vibram® injected rubber outsoles carry 32 arrow-shaped 5mm lugs, widely spaced to bite into soft ground and shed mud as you move — traction on all terrain. The sole is direct-injected, moulded and fused straight onto the upper in one process, so the two won't part easily, and there's no shank — the cushioned midsole provides the structure and support, keeping the shoe light and flexible.
The uppers are Lyliane® 3DMX vegan nubuck by Lorenzi, Italy, with ballistic mesh panels (100% PU / 100% nylon) — abrasion and scuff-resistant to take the punishment of trail running, water-resistant for everyday wear and breathable with it. Inside, a breathable sports mesh lining (100% polyester) keeps air moving to help feet stay cool.
The speed lace system with a toggle lock means one pull for a fast, snug fit, no tying needed — with a storage pouch on the tongue to tuck the toggle and lace ends away. Underfoot, removable contoured PU sports insoles follow the shape of your foot for cushioned, supportive comfort.
Neutral gait. D width fitting.
- Upper
- Lyliane® 3DMX vegan nubuck by Lorenzi, Italy, with ballistic mesh panels (100% PU / 100% nylon) – abrasion and scuff-resistant, PFC and PFA free, built to take on the trail
- Lining
- Breathable sports mesh lining in 100% polyester – an open mesh that keeps air moving to help feet stay cool and fresh
- Insole
- Removable contoured PU sports insole – shaped to follow your foot for cushioned, supportive comfort
- Outsole
- Vibram® injected rubber outsole – deep multi-directional lugs grip on mud, rock and loose ground, with a defined heel brake for control on descents
- Laces
- 100% polyester
- Shank
- No shank – the cushioned midsole provides the structure and support, keeping the shoe light and flexible the way a trainer should be
- Hardware
- Speed lace system with a toggle lock – pull once for a fast, snug fit, no tying needed, with a storage pouch on the tongue to tuck the toggle and lace ends away
- Construction
- Direct-injected sole – the sole is moulded and fused straight onto the upper in one process, a technique used in performance and sports footwear. It creates a strong, fully sealed bond with no glue line for water to work into, keeping the build light, durable and ready for hard use
- Water Resistance
- Water-resistant for everyday wear – keeps you dry in rain, puddles, wet streets, and most winter conditions. Just avoid heavy saturation or full submersion.
- Width
- D width fitting – a slightly wider fit with more volume than standard
- Fit
- Order your usual size. Half size? Wider width fittings size up, narrower width fittings size down.
- Heel Height
- 4.0 cm
- Toe Height
- 1.5 cm
- Toe Shape
- Round toe
- Instep
- Contoured, removable insole that follows the shape of your foot and gives light arch support underfoot
- Break-in Time
- You should find these comfy straight out of the box.
- Type
- Trainers
- Closure
- Lace-up
- Gender
- Women's
- Made In
- Italy
- Weight
- 1.1 kg per pair
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I didn't realise how hard and stiff the base of this shoe would be. Base feels quite unstable and slippy. So much so I've gotten an injury from it. Such a shame as they are lovely and light.
Hi Claire,
I wanted to personally reach out to get in touch, I am really sorry to hear about the problems with your purchase and that they did not perform as you would expect.
You can reach me on my direct email for any assistance on wg@wills-vegan-shoes.com
Please let me know if I can be any more help at all,
Will
I bought these trainers because I always support Fiona Oakes and THSAS . They are too heavy and stiff to run in I used them as a walking shoe but tbh they are not as comfortable as other walking shoes I've had in the past and I hardly wear them now
Hi Kim,
I wanted to personally reach out to get in touch, I am really sorry to hear about the problems with your purchase and that they did not perform as you would expect. I'm sorry these were too heavy and stiff for running, and not as comfortable for walking as you'd hoped.
You can reach me on my direct email for any assistance on wg@wills-vegan-shoes.com
Please let me know if I can be any more help at all,
Will
Die Schuhe fühlen sich anfangs etwas sonderbar an, da mir die Sohle an der Ferse relativ dick vorkommt. Ich trage sie täglich beim Gassi gehen. Sie sind absolut bequem, obwohl ich othopädische Einlagen trage, sehr robust, wasserabweisend und die Sohle ist auch auf nassem Untergrund rutschfest. Würde ich jederzeit wieder kaufen.
They are not as comfortable to me as I thought.
Got my usual size 38 and it was a good fit. Really good sturdy trainers for outdoor running.