Icebug describe the womens Arcus GTX trail running shoes as: “The perfect shoe for long gravel road runs. Arcus protects from foul weather thanks to the waterproof GORE-TEX® Invisible membrane. The membrane is integrated with the upper material, making it even softer and more comfortable than a traditional membrane bootie construction.

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This shoe is for the user that wants to have extra cushioning, whether it might be for longer runs, recovery runs or when running with a backpack. To enhance the comfort and great running feeling it has a rocker midsole to reduce pressure on the forefoot and heel and aid the momentum forward – giving a smooth stride. The midsole is made of compression molded EVA which enables a natural dual density where the forefoot has a higher density – giving a more responsive toe-off. This gives great comfort on longer runs and yet provides responsiveness and a great running feeling. The RB9X outsole provides traction on both dry and wet surfaces, making Arcus the perfect running shoe in most weather conditions.”

WHY WE MADE IT: Long distance runs and walks on gravel roads and light trails in all kinds of weather.

Weight: 250g

Drop: 6mm

Water Protection: Waterproof

Last: Regular fit with straight big toe line and roomy toe box

Usage: Trail running

Insole: Ortholite Hybrid®, lined with solution dyed and Bluesign® certified textile made with 100% recycled GRS certified PET Polyester textile.

Lining: Bluesign®, solution dyed and 100% recycled GRS certified PET Polyester.

Midsole: Lightweight EVA with 20% BLOOM® Foam

Torsion: Medium flex

Outersole: RB9X® with 15% recycled rubber content

Upper Part: Bluesign® 100% recycled GRS certified PET Polyester. Protective TPU mudguard.

GORE-TEX

Products with this symbol are 100% waterproof and are engineered with GORE-TEX® Extended Comfort Footwear technology that carries the “GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY” promise. Water stays on the outside while perspiration can easily escape from the inside.

RB9X

RB9X® – Rubber 9 Extreme is our latest rubber compound development, and it sets a new standard in providing friction. Lab tests (SATRA) show that RB9X® outgrips the competition, but still matches the durability of an asphalt running shoe. In the real world, that means much more reliable traction in wet and slippery conditions and on challenging surfaces like rocks.– RB9X is definitely a benefit for extremely demanding runners with high expectations on the shoes traction in mixed and tough terrain. RB9X is a new compound and tests show that we really have succeeded. There’s nothing like this on the market, says Erik Öhlund, member of the Product development team at Icebug and an elite orienteerer. Here you can see the test results from an independent lab, comparing Icebug’s RB9X® on both wet and dry surface, with other known brands.

Sustainability Highlights

Upper with bluesign® 100% recycled PET polyester
GORE-TEX® lining is Bluesign® and meets Oeko-Tex® criteria
Insock liner made of bluesign®, solution dyed, recycled polyester/ Ortholite Hybrid®
Midsole compound made with 20% BLOOM® foam EVA
15% recycled rubber in the outsole