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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
La Sportiva VK Boa
$170
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $10 less
- More cushioning (43 vs 15 mm heel stack)
La Sportiva VK Boa
$170
The better pick if you want:
- A lighter option (72 g less)
- A lower drop (4 vs 8 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.5 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 2
CushioningAffordability
La Sportiva VK Boa· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%15 mmLightness
252 gTop 14%180 gTop 1%Grip
2.5 mm3.5 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm4 mmAffordability
$160$170
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
160 $
170 $
252 g
180 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
steep uphill trails, vertical kilometer racing
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Vertical Kilometer races and uphill trail competitions
Cushioning
8 mm
4 mm
43 mm
15 mm
35 mm
11 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
High‑density compression EVA with rock‑guard insert
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
3D Heel design for fit and comfort
Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
FriXion® White Mix compound with minimal tread
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Lightweight TPU toe cap
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FriXion® White compound lugs placed only where needed
Upper & fit
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Bi‑elastic mesh with Sock‑Like™ construction for freedom of movement
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Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running® ergonomic insole
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BOA® Fit rapid closure system
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For value comparison: The Asics Blazeblast ($160) offers better affordability compared to the La Sportiva VK Boa ($170). 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)
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