The Roclite G is a neutral hiking boot family from Inov-8.
The Roclite G 290 is a low drop trail running model. It has a breathable and rock plate reinforced sole design, went on sale in 2019, and uses graphene-infused G-Grip rubber outsole technology. As a neutral support shoe, it's suitable for runners with neutral pronation. The latest model in the family is the Inov-8 Roclite G 370.
According to our analysis of prices across the internet, at current rates it's in the most expensive 10% of running shoes.
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priceBand | Price band | ||
similarity | Similarity | Very similar | |
released | ReleasedMar 2019 | Jun 2019 | |
productAthletes | Pro athlete users | ||
Weight | Weight289 g | M: 221 g W: 176 g | M: 247 g W: 210 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot7 mm | 15 mm | |
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop4 mm | 4 mm | 3 mm |
Heel | Heel11 mm | 19 mm | |
Brand | BrandInov-8 | La Sportiva | Newton |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeLow drop | LightweightLow drop | LightweightLow drop |
Breathable | Breathable | ||
Rock plate | Rock plate | ||
Techs | TechsG-Grip | ||
Environmental Characteristics | Environmental Characteristics | Vegan Ⓥ | |
Common characteristicsRoadTrailNeutralNeutral pronationFore/Midfoot strikeHigh arch |
Characteristics | |
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Sports | Running (+1613) |
Terrain | Road (+1063)Trail (+450) |
Brand | Inov-8 (+37) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1269) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1274) |
Strike Type | Fore/Midfoot strike (+799) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1240) |
Shoe Type | Low drop (+233) |
Fit | Narrow toe box (+185) |
Features | Breathable (+861)Rock plate (+107) |
Materials | Graphene (+1)Mesh (+738)Rubber Sole (+61) |
Techs | G-Grip (+1) |
Events | Fell running (+65) |
Specifications | vs Average | |
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Model | 290 | |
Released | Mar 2019 | |
Measurements | ||
Weight | 289 g | |
Heel to toe drop | 4 mm | |
Heel | 11 mm | |
Forefoot | 7 mm |