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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 Ghost Trail
$150
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (28 vs 25)
- A lighter option (40 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 40 mm heel stack)
Brooks Ghost Trail
$150
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $10 less
- Deeper lugs for grip (3 vs 2.5 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 2
CushioningLightness
Brooks Ghost Trail· leads in 1
Affordability
Tied
Grip
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%40 mmTop 10%Lightness
252 gTop 14%292 gGrip
2.5 mm3 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm8 mmAffordability
$160$150Top 35%
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Brooks Ghost Trail
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Essentials
160 $
150 $
252 g
292 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
Road, gravel paths, light trail
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Road-to-trail running, daily training, light trail use
Cushioning
8 mm
8 mm
43 mm
40 mm
35 mm
32 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
Nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 cushioning for soft, smooth transitions
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
Soft, high-stack cushioning for daily training comfort
Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
TrailTack Green rubber with 3 mm lugs for wet and dry traction
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3D-printed toe cap and mudguard
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Low-profile 3 mm lugs for road-to-trail versatility
Upper & fit
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Soft, breathable air mesh with protective overlays
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Traditional laces, neutral fit with secure heel lockdown
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For value comparison: The Asics Blazeblast ($160) provides premium features compared to the Brooks Ghost Trail ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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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)
