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  2. INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 vs La Sportiva Bushido III

INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 vs La Sportiva Bushido III

INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2

INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2

$160
La Sportiva Bushido III

La Sportiva Bushido III

$160

Quick verdict

INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2

$160

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (87 vs 63)
  • A lighter option (58 g less)
  • A lower drop (0 vs 6 mm)

La Sportiva Bushido III

$160

The better pick if you want:

  • More cushioning (19 vs 12 mm heel stack)
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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

INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

La Sportiva Bushido III· leads in none

Tied

CushioningAffordability
  • Cushioning

    12 mm
    19 mm
  • Lightness

    242 gTop 10%
    300 g
  • Grip

    8 mmTop 1%
    4 mmTop 50%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    0 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $160
    $160

Technical Specifications

Compare features between INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 vs La Sportiva Bushido III

Best value in this comparison
Feature
INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2$160La Sportiva Bushido III$160

Essentials

$160
$160
October 2025
2025
242 g
300 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Muddy & soft technical trails
rocky, technical and loose mountain trails
Short to medium distance muddy trail races, fell running, and technical training runs
Technical mountain trails, rocky and volcanic ground, skyrunning

Cushioning

0 mm
6 mm
12 mm
19 mm
12 mm
13 mm
FLYSPEED PRO nitrogen-infused foam
Low-profile EVA midsole for ground feel and stability on uneven terrain
—
Firm, low and stable ride with plenty of ground feel

Grip & protection

STICKYGRIP™ rubber with aggressive 8mm lugs
Bi-compound La Sportiva FriXion® rubber with 4 mm lugs
—
Compressed EVA forefoot rock guard and a protective toe cap
—
Sticky FriXion® rubber for grip on dry and wet rock

Upper & fit

—
Snug, protective mesh upper with a wrap-around fit
—
Precise, close-fitting midfoot wrap for control on technical ground
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On the terrain

How INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 vs La Sportiva Bushido III 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
INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V274
La Sportiva Bushido III54

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V249
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness29/35
  • Smooth roll0/25
La Sportiva Bushido III58
  • Cushioning20/40
  • Lightness13/35
  • 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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INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2

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Visual Comparison

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INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2
La Sportiva Bushido III

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 vs La Sportiva Bushido III?

For value comparison: The INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 ($160) provides premium features compared to the La Sportiva Bushido III ($160). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 or the La Sportiva Bushido III?

Both came out in 2025.

Looking for alternatives to INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2?

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1New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9

New Balance

$160Score 88+1

Better than INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 at:

  • More cushioning (42 vs 12 mm heel stack)
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2Asics Blazeblast
Asics Blazeblast

Asics

$160Score 86−1

Better than INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 at:

  • More cushioning (43 vs 12 mm heel stack)
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3INOV-8 Trailtalon
INOV-8 Trailtalon

INOV-8

$160Score 86−1

Better than INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2 at:

  • More cushioning (31 vs 12 mm heel stack)
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