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Brooks Caldera 8 vs La Sportiva Prodigio 2

Brooks Caldera 8

Brooks Caldera 8

$150
La Sportiva Prodigio 2

La Sportiva Prodigio 2

$170

Why is La Sportiva Prodigio 2 better than Brooks Caldera 8?

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Brooks Caldera 8 vs La Sportiva Prodigio 2

Feature

Brooks Caldera 8

La Sportiva Prodigio 2

150 $
170 $
BEST
312 g
BEST
278 g
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
rugged trails, mountainous terrain, dirt paths
mixed trails and long-distance routes
8 mm
BEST
6 mm
N/A
33 mm
N/A
27 mm
DNA Loft v2 cushioning for plush but responsive ride
Supercritical EVA midsole
TrailTack Green Rubber with high-traction lugs
FriXion® rubber outsole
Breathable engineered mesh with reinforced overlays
Engineered mesh with a wider fit
N/A
Removable sockliner
N/A
Traditional lacing, wider forefoot
Ballistic Rock Shield underfoot for rock and debris protection
Protective toe cap and cushioned platform
Aggressive lugs for technical grip on varied surfaces
La Sportiva FriXion® lugs
Plush, responsive cushioning for long runs
Soft and dynamic cushioning for long runs
Technical trail running, long distance trail runs, mountain races
Long trail runs and ultras
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