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Scarpa Golden Gate 2
Scarpa
$179Score 78−4
Better than Kailas Fuga Ex 3 at:
- A lighter option (30 g less)
- A lower drop (4 vs 8 mm)
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Kailas Fuga Ex 3
$179
The better pick if you want:
La Sportiva Jackal 2
$175
The better pick if you want:
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
Kailas Fuga Ex 3· leads in 2
La Sportiva Jackal 2· leads in 1
Tied
Cushioning
Lightness
Grip
Drophigher isn't better or worse
Affordability
Compare features between Kailas Fuga Ex 3 vs La Sportiva Jackal 2
How Kailas Fuga Ex 3 vs La Sportiva Jackal 2 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 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kailas Fuga Ex 3 | 59 | ||||||
| La Sportiva Jackal 2 | 52 |
Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
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For value comparison: The Kailas Fuga Ex 3 ($179) provides premium features compared to the La Sportiva Jackal 2 ($175). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
The Kailas Fuga Ex 3 is newer: it came out in 2025, and the La Sportiva Jackal 2 in 2023.
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