1
La Sportiva Prodigio
La Sportiva
$160Score 28
Better than Asics Blazeblast at:
- A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.5 mm)
Asics Blazeblast
$160
Asics Trabuco 14
$160
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A lighter option (26 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 36 mm heel stack)
Asics Trabuco 14
$160
The better pick if you want:
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.5 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 2
CushioningLightness
Asics Trabuco 14· leads in 1
Grip
Tied
Affordability
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%36 mmTop 31%Lightness
252 gTop 14%278 gTop 39%Grip
2.5 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm8 mmAffordability
$160$160
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Asics Trabuco 14
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Essentials
160 $
160 $
252 g
278 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
All-terrain trails, including rocky and uneven surfaces
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Trail running, long-distance off-road running and hiking on mixed terrain
Cushioning
8 mm
8 mm
43 mm
36 mm
35 mm
28 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
FF BLAST MAX foam with integrated rock protection plate
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
Moderate to high cushioning for long-distance comfort
Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
ASICSGRIP rubber for traction on wet and dry surfaces
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Rock protection plate and reinforced toe cap
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ASICSGRIP outsole for grip on varied terrain
Upper & fit
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Jacquard mesh for breathability and durability
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Dope-dyed sockliner
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Traditional laces, gaiter-compatible
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Nike Kiger 10
Nike
$160Score 28
Better than Asics Blazeblast at:
- A lower drop (5 vs 8 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.5 mm)
