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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
Hoka Tecton X 4
$275
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $115 less
- A lighter option (9 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 38 mm heel stack)
Hoka Tecton X 4
$275
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (57 vs 28)
- A lower drop (5 vs 8 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.5 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 3
CushioningLightnessAffordability
Hoka Tecton X 4· leads in 1
Grip
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%38 mmTop 21%Lightness
252 gTop 14%261 gTop 20%Grip
2.5 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm5 mmAffordability
$160$275
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Hoka Tecton X 4
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Essentials
160 $
275 $
252 g
261 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Carbon-Plated Trail Racing Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
fast and technical trails
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Trail races and ultramarathons
Cushioning
8 mm
5 mm
43 mm
38 mm
35 mm
33 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
Dual-layer PEBA foam with two parallel carbon fibre plates (ProFly X)
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
Bouncy and propulsive for long races
Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
Vibram® Megagrip with Traction Lug
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Carbon plates for propulsion and underfoot protection
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Vibram® Megagrip Traction Lug outsole
Upper & fit
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Lightweight engineered mesh with integrated gaiter
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Removable sockliner
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Gusseted tongue and secure race fit
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For value comparison: The Asics Blazeblast ($160) offers better affordability compared to the Hoka Tecton X 4 ($275). 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)
