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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
Salomon Genesis
$150
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (28 vs 25)
- A lighter option (23 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 33 mm heel stack)
Salomon Genesis
$150
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $10 less
- Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 2.5 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 2
CushioningLightness
Salomon Genesis· leads in 2
GripAffordability
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%33 mmLightness
252 gTop 14%275 gTop 33%Grip
2.5 mm4.5 mmTop 24%Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm8 mmAffordability
$160$150Top 35%
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Salomon Genesis
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Essentials
160 $
150 $
252 g
275 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
Technical, mixed terrain and rocky paths
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Technical trail running and everyday mountain training
Cushioning
8 mm
8 mm
43 mm
33 mm
35 mm
25 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
Energy Foam cushioning with Active Chassis™ support
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
Moderate cushioning with dynamic support
Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
All Terrain Contagrip® rubber with 4.5 mm lugs
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High foot protection for rocks and obstacles
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All Terrain Contagrip® lugs for grip on mixed and rocky ground
Upper & fit
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Matryx® durable textile with breathability and abrasion resistance
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Standard trail sockliner
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Quicklace™ lacing, neutral support, regular width
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For value comparison: The Asics Blazeblast ($160) provides premium features compared to the Salomon Genesis ($150). 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)
