Icebug Pytho6 RB9X vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X

€150

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

$150

Quick verdict

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X

€150

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

$150

The better pick if you want:

A higher overall score (85 vs 77)
A lower drop (4 vs 9 mm)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 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

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X· leads in none

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2· leads in none

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
No data
11 mm
Lightness
No data
266 gTop 22%
Grip
No data
8 mmTop 1%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
9 mm
4 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

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 Icebug Pytho6 RB9X vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Best value in this comparisonOnly differences (10)

Essentials

€150

$150

2023

October 2025

—

266 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Mixed trail, forest paths, rocks and water edges

Muddy & soft technical trails

Trail running, swimrun, obstacle courses and diverse terrain runs

Faster paced trail training and short technical races in muddy conditions

Cushioning

9 mm

4 mm

—

11 mm

—

7 mm

EVA with torsional stability and medium cushioning

POWERFLOW PRO lightweight responsive foam

Grip & protection

RB9X™ non-studded high-traction rubber with tractor tire-inspired tread

STICKYGRIP™ rubber with aggressive 8mm lugs

Upper & fit

—

6 mm BOOMERANG footbed

Ready to buy?

On the terrain

How Icebug Pytho6 RB9X vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 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 ground							Average
Icebug Pytho6 RB9X							52
INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2							71

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X63

Cushioning22/40
Lightness16/35
Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on stack height, lug depth, weight, assumed average.

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V243

Cushioning20/40
Lightness23/35
Smooth roll0/25

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

Have you used the Icebug Pytho6 RB9X before?

Help the community by answering

Have you used the INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 before?

Help the community by answering

Video Reviews

Watch real-world YouTube reviews from content creators and the Trail Running community.

See all 10 video reviews

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Visual Comparison

See the differences between Icebug Pytho6 RB9X and INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 in a side-by-side slider comparison.

Comparison Questions

Answers based on product data and key differences.

Ask your own question

Can't find what you're looking for? Ask anything about Icebug Pytho6 RB9X vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 and our AI will answer.

Try asking:

Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Icebug Pytho6 RB9X vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2?

For value comparison: The Icebug Pytho6 RB9X ($150) provides premium features compared to the INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 ($150). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Icebug Pytho6 RB9X or the INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2?

The INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 is newer: it came out in October 2025, and the Icebug Pytho6 RB9X in 2023.

Looking for alternatives to Icebug Pytho6 RB9X?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

See all alternatives

Hoka Challenger 8

Hoka

$150Score 93+16

Better than Icebug Pytho6 RB9X at:

A higher overall score (93 vs 77)
A lower drop (7 vs 9 mm)

Compare with Icebug Pytho6 RB9X

Salomon Ultra Glide 4

Salomon

$150Score 90+13

Better than Icebug Pytho6 RB9X at:

A higher overall score (90 vs 77)
A lower drop (6 vs 9 mm)

Compare with Icebug Pytho6 RB9X

Kiprun Kipsummit Max

Kiprun

$150Score 86+9

Better than Icebug Pytho6 RB9X at:

A higher overall score (86 vs 77)
A lower drop (6 vs 9 mm)

Compare with Icebug Pytho6 RB9X

Popular Comparisons

Compare Icebug Pytho6 RB9X or INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2 with other top trail running shoes from brands such as Icebug, INOV-8 and more.

Shoes

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 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

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X· leads in none

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2· leads in none

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
No data
11 mm
Lightness
No data
266 gTop 22%
Grip
No data
8 mmTop 1%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
9 mm
4 mm
Affordability
$150Top 38%
$150Top 38%

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

Pick a ground

Average

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X vs INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Icebug Pytho6 RB9X

INOV-8 Mudtalon Speed V2

Quick verdict

Spec profile