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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
Topo Traverse
$155
Quick verdict
Asics Blazeblast
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A lighter option (48 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 30 mm heel stack)
Topo Traverse
$155
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $5 less
- A lower drop (5 vs 8 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.5 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 2
CushioningLightness
Topo Traverse· leads in 2
GripAffordability
Cushioning
43 mmTop 4%30 mmLightness
252 gTop 14%300 gGrip
2.5 mm4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm5 mmAffordability
$160$155Top 44%
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Topo Traverse
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Essentials
160 $
155 $
252 g
300 g
Overview
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Trail Hiking Shoe
Road, gravel paths and light trails
Technical trails, thru-hiking
Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails
Trail hiking, technical thru-hiking, and mixed-terrain adventures
Cushioning
8 mm
5 mm
43 mm
30 mm
35 mm
25 mm
FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs
Multi-density cushioning with soft underfoot feel and firmer responsive base
High, soft and bouncy cushioning
Medium cushioning, balanced underfoot feel
Grip & protection
Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail
Vibram® Megagrip for rugged traction and durability
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Forefoot rock plate and gaiter compatible
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Vibram® Megagrip for multi-surface grip
Upper & fit
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Durable mesh with optimal ventilation
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FKT Insole optimized for thru-hiking, closed cell to lock out water
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Roomy anatomical toe box with stability support
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Nike Kiger 10
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Better than Asics Blazeblast at:
- A lower drop (5 vs 8 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.5 mm)
