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
Merrell ProMorph
$160
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A lighter option (8 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 32.5 mm heel stack)
Merrell ProMorph
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A lower drop (6 vs 8 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 1
Cushioning
Merrell ProMorph· leads in none
Tied
LightnessGripAffordability
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%33 mmLightness
252 gTop 14%260 gTop 18%Grip
2.5 mm2.2 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm6 mmAffordability
$160$160
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
160 $
160 $
252 g
260 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Hybrid Road & Trail Running Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
Roads, trails, mixed surfaces
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Road running, trail running, and versatile daily runs
Cushioning
8 mm
6 mm
43 mm
32.5 mm
35 mm
26.6 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
FloatPro+™ premium supercritical foam for lightweight, responsive cushioning
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
Enduring responsive comfort for varied running conditions
Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
Vibram® XS Trek Evo rubber for traction and flexibility
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2.2 mm lugs for adaptable grip
Upper & fit
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Synthetic and breathable recycled mesh
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50% recycled removable EVA foam with recycled mesh cover
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Traditional lace closure with 100% recycled laces
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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)
