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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
Merrell Nova 4
$135
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (28 vs 21)
- A lighter option (18 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 29 mm heel stack)
Merrell Nova 4
$135
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $25 less
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.5 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 2
CushioningLightness
Merrell Nova 4· leads in 2
GripAffordability
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%29 mmLightness
252 gTop 14%270 gTop 28%Grip
2.5 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm8 mmAffordability
$160$135Top 20%
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Merrell Nova 4
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Essentials
160 $
135 $
252 g
270 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
Trails and varied outdoor surfaces
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Trail running, outdoor adventures, varied terrain
Cushioning
8 mm
8 mm
43 mm
29 mm
35 mm
21 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
FloatPro™ foam for lightweight, durable cushioning
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
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Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
Merrell Quantum Grip™ rubber for confident traction
Upper & fit
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Breathable engineered mesh and TPU
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50% recycled removable EVA foam with recycled mesh footbed cover
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Traditional lace closure with elastic lace keeper
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For value comparison: The Asics Blazeblast ($160) provides premium features compared to the Merrell Nova 4 ($135). 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)
