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
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X
$180
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $20 less
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X
$180
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (33 vs 28)
- A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)
Spec profile
Each axis ranks against the 150 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).
Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest
Asics Blazeblast· leads in 1
Affordability
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X· leads in none
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%No dataLightness
252 gTop 14%No dataGrip
2.5 mmNo dataDrophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm6 mmAffordability
$160$180
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Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X
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Essentials
160 $
180 $
252 g
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Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
Gravel paths, mixed trails and road
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Trail running, gravel runs, mixed terrain and road training in varied conditions
Cushioning
8 mm
6 mm
43 mm
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35 mm
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FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
SuperC Foam™ nitrogen infused EVA for full cushioning and comfort
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
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Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
RB9X™ high-friction rubber compound non-studded traction
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Which offers better value: Asics Blazeblast vs Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X?
For value comparison: The Asics Blazeblast ($160) offers better affordability compared to the Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X ($180). 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)
