ZOOT specializes in triathlon training and racing gear that sets you in motion and drives you toward the podium, and the Women's Ultra TT 5.0 Running Shoe is no exception. This is ZOOT's standard for neutral triathlon training and racing footwear—a shoe that not only feels quick off the toes but comfortable when you're racking up marathon distances. Like the majority of its lineup of tri shoes, the Ultra features a soft, smooth upper with a Barefit liner that eliminates the need for a sock. After a furious swim and a hammer-fest of a bike stage, you can whip up to the transition, shed your gear, and slip this shoe right on your foot. Quick-pull laces make for easy, one-handed adjustment so you can get in and out of your T2 in good form, and the asymmetric lacing design matches the contours of your foot so the laces keep you securely locked into this shoe.
Once you're moving and the rubber meets the road, this shoe comes to life. The dual-density midsole stabilizes each foot strike so you're balanced through your stride, and when it comes to toe-off, that's when the magic happens. A CarbonSpan+ shank is integrated into the forefoot to provide precise control and maximum power when you roll off your toes. You're treated to snap at the end of your stride, which sends you forward with power and momentum. For the experienced triathlete, this shoe offers the ideal balance of neutral cushioning and drop (heel-forefoot offset) to provide just the right amount of support.