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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
Brooks Caldera 8
$150
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (28 vs 25)
- A lighter option (60 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 38.5 mm heel stack)
Brooks Caldera 8
$150
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $10 less
- A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.5 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 2
CushioningLightness
Brooks Caldera 8· leads in 2
GripAffordability
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%39 mmTop 15%Lightness
252 gTop 14%312 gGrip
2.5 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm6 mmAffordability
$160$150Top 35%
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Brooks Caldera 8
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Essentials
160 $
150 $
252 g
312 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
rugged trails, mountainous terrain, dirt paths
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Technical trail running, long distance trail runs, mountain races
Cushioning
8 mm
6 mm
43 mm
38.5 mm
35 mm
32.5 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
DNA Loft v2 cushioning for plush but responsive ride
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
Plush, responsive cushioning for long runs
Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
TrailTack Green Rubber with high-traction lugs
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Ballistic Rock Shield underfoot for rock and debris protection
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Aggressive lugs for technical grip on varied surfaces
Upper & fit
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Breathable engineered mesh with reinforced overlays
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For value comparison: The Asics Blazeblast ($160) provides premium features compared to the Brooks Caldera 8 ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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Nike Kiger 10
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$160Score 28
Better than Asics Blazeblast at:
- A lower drop (5 vs 8 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.5 mm)
