Craft Pure Trail X vs La Sportiva Prodigio

Craft Pure Trail X

Craft Pure Trail X

$159.95
La Sportiva Prodigio

La Sportiva Prodigio

$160

Quick verdict

Craft Pure Trail X

$159.95

The better pick if you want:

  • More cushioning (36 vs 34 mm heel stack)

La Sportiva Prodigio

$160

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (83 vs 71)
  • More video reviews to check (5 vs 1)
  • A lighter option (68 g less)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 173 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Craft Pure Trail X· leads in 2

CushioningAffordability

La Sportiva Prodigio· leads in 1

Lightness
  • Cushioning

    36 mmTop 35%
    34 mm
  • Lightness

    336 g
    268 gTop 22%
  • Grip

    No data
    4 mmTop 50%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    6 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $160Top 48%
    $160

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Craft Pure Trail X vs La Sportiva Prodigio

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Essentials

$159.95
$160
June 2025
2023
336 g
268 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
wet, muddy and rocky trails
Varied trail surfaces, long-distance routes
Long-distance trail running and trail races
Ultratrail, long-distance trail running, endurance runs

Cushioning

6 mm
6 mm
36 mm
34 mm
30 mm
28 mm
Cr Foam™ ultra-light, high-rebound supercritical foam
Nitrogen-infused XFlow™ supercritical foam with 2.4 mm LaSpEVA layer
Cushioned and durable for long distances
High cushioning and smooth rocker geometry for long-distance comfort

Grip & protection

Full-traction lugged rubber outsole
Bi-compound FriXion® XT 2.0 rubber with 4 mm lugs and FLEX inserts
Exposed rock plate under the midfoot and forefoot
Full-length FlowFilm insert that shields the foot from rocks
Lugged rubber for mud and rock
Multi-directional lugs for traction on dirt and mixed terrain

Upper & fit

Ripstop upper reinforced with TPU in high-wear areas
Breathable mesh with Wrapping System for secure fit
Removable sockliner
Ortholite® Hybrid Mountain Running removable insole 4 mm
Roomy upper with a secure, comfortable fit
Wrapping System lacing, ergonomic heel and ample toe box
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On the terrain

How Craft Pure Trail X vs La Sportiva Prodigio should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a groundAverage
Craft Pure Trail X48
La Sportiva Prodigio59

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Craft Pure Trail X62
  • Cushioning33/40
  • Lightness4/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on lug depth, assumed average.

La Sportiva Prodigio76
  • Cushioning29/40
  • Lightness22/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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Video Reviews

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Craft Pure Trail X vs La Sportiva Prodigio?

For value comparison: The Craft Pure Trail X ($159.95) offers better affordability compared to the La Sportiva Prodigio ($160). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Craft Pure Trail X or the La Sportiva Prodigio?

The Craft Pure Trail X is newer: it came out in June 2025, and the La Sportiva Prodigio in 2023.

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