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La Sportiva Prodigio Pro
Men's Shoes - Black/Yellow
4.8
Believe the hype! A mold-breaking trail super shoe, the La Sportiva Prodigio Pro is a non-plated leader of the pack that's crafted for performance enthusiasts, long-distance runners, and competitive athletes seeking racing excellence.
Best useBest Use Learn More
Super Trail RacingSuper Trail Racing
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Rocky & Technical TrailsRocky & Technical Trails
Soft & Muddy TrailsSoft & Muddy Trails
CushioningCushioning Learn More
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Product Details:
It's here! The answer to what you've been searching for — the La Sportiva Prodigio Pro is a high-performance trail running shoe for the mountains and technical terrain. By skipping a plate or stiffening element and keeping stack height reasonable, the Prodigio Pro is out to prove that less really is more among the best trail running shoes. It shares the same stack height and drop as its standard Prodigio sibling, but delivers a more energetic, cushioned, and grippy running experience.
Easily the most responsive trail running shoe in La Sportiva's lineup, the Pro employs a dual-foam XFlow Speed midsole. Composed of two nitrogen-infused supercritical foams, this powerhouse aims to redefine propulsive performance that's been expertly tuned for variable and challenging trail surfaces.
Equally exciting, the Prodigio Pro debuts Power Wire technology for the upper. Its lightweight and durable fibers, together with a midfoot wrapping system, create a precise and stable fit. While the upper enables you to transfer energy through the shoe, the extra-sticky FriXion White rubber outsole ensures all that power is delivered efficiently to the ground.
Add the responsive and ultralight La Sportiva Prodigio Pro to your quiver and elevate your ultra and mountain racing game today.
What You'll Love:
- 'Less is more' approach
- Featherweight and responsive
- Secure foot lockdown
- Robust and versatile outsole
Model Number: ZFRS100-K00Y00
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Shoe Specs
| Weight: | 9.3 oz 264 g |
| Heel Stack: | 34 mm |
| Forefoot Stack: | 28 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 6 mm |
How It FitsLearn More
| Heel Width: | Average |
| Midfoot Fit: | Narrow |
| Toe Box Fit: | Snug |
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- XFlow Speed builds on XFlow supercritical EVA as a carrier frame, amplified with a generous core of supercritical TPU for extra energy.
- SpeedFilm is a full-length, polyurethane-coated, nylon mesh to provide a thin and lightweight layer of impact protection from underfoot rocks.
- Design and geometry details include foam sidewalls and a wide base for a secure and steadied experience, as well as the absence of a strobel layer. Eliminating this extra layer saves weight and allows more direct energy transfer to the responsive foam.
OUTSOLE
- FriXion White rubber, also known as FriXion XF 2.0, is the brand's stickiest compound. It creates a full-length one-piece design for long-lasting grip.
- 4 mm lugs are deep, broad, and widely-spaced for all-terrain capability, including technical and soft ground, while retaining swift runnability for smoother trail sections.
UPPER
- Power Wire material combines TPU and polyester yarns for a lightweight, breathable, and secure fit.
- Midfoot wrapping system provides snug foot lockdown for confident and efficient power transfer to the ground.
- Overall, this style is vegan, not just for the upper. As a brand, La Sportiva is committed to sustainability. North American operations are Certified Carbon Neutral, Italian HQ is 100% powered with renewable energy, and the brand is an enduring member of Bluesign, 1% for the Planet, and other commitments.
Customer Reviews
Copy CatBasically a clone of the S/Lab Genesis.. If blindfolded, couldn't tell much difference.. Foam might require a break in period.. Felt a bit stiffer than expected on a 3 mile test run, then a 30k race.. Normally a Salomon US10.. Went 43.5(10.5) here.. Fit was fine.
Best Trail shoe everThese are amazing, they have become my quiver of one shoe. The fit is perfect for my medium to wide feet, I haven’t had to tie them since the initial lacing
Great release!A really great release from La Sportiva! The standout features for me are the midsole and outsole - the ride and the grip are really dialed in. On technical terrain (why I bought them), they feel light, nimble, and like hopping through rocks and roots, up and down mountains, but still enough cushion for long days. I've grown tired of all the higher stack releases from all the manufacturers as, in my opinion, shoes need to be lower to the ground and non-plated for technical terrain. The upper is the only place I'd like to see a minor update. The fit feels great on moderate terrain (and no hot spots anywhere), but I didn't feel quite as secure as I want on technical terrain and descending. The overall shape is very fitted and comfortable and you feel like it's the perfect fit when you step in, but there's really no give in the material or stretch, so what you get is what you get. Tightening down the laces doesn't help much as the material doesn't give, which on the plus side they don't absorb much water and dry quickly. I agree with others that sizing is tricky. I'm normally a 10.5 and went with a 44.5, which feels fine, but I'd like to try on a 45 for comparison as my toes are a little close to the end. Looking forward to more miles in these!
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Incredible!I've worn these for a couple of weeks now on dirt, rocks, snow, and ice. The traction and feel of these shoes is awesome! One of my concerns, after proper sizing, was that they might feel unstable going down hills on technical terrain. I have "floppy ankles." These shoes feel totally in control---even better than the low to the ground shoes that I usually prefer for this very reason. The upper does seem as though it's going to hold up well. I want to buy another pair before its sold out or "updated!"
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New favorite trail shoeTook this out for a first run, 43km on the Western States trail with 2100m of vert. Super comfortable, great cushion, rock solid grip on the technical descents, great drainage after several water crossings and some tramping in the snow.
There may be faster shoes for the elites, and I may still go with a carbon plate for 50k and shorter, but this will be my shoe for 100k and longer.
Fantastic Trail Racing shoeI recently bought this shoe. I also own last years La Sportiva Prodigo. This years pro model is a major upgrade. It’s fast, has the ability to run hard packed trails , technical and roads. The nitrogen-based foam is incredible. My impression of this shoe is it has the ability to be a fantastic trail trainer not just a racing shoe. Its biggest feature is the ability to handle multiple types of terrain. I bought this shoe specifically to race this year's Pikes Peak Ascent in Colorado, having looked at multiple brands - even shoes with a carbon plate. I am convinced this was the best shoe for versatility, cost, and value. My only complaint is be careful on size being since it is a European Italian company. I wear a size 8 or EU 41 usually. I had to exchange and purchase a 42 which is US mens 9. Sizing can vary so buyer be aware. Otherwise, I think La Sportiva got it right. This trail shoe could be shoe of the year in my opinion.
True to SizeI'm glad I didn't size up. I always wear an 8 in running shoes and boots (for socks). Casual shoes are 7.5. 8.5 would have been too large. These immediately feel great. The upper looks like it will wear well. The main thing I wanted to mention was size since it wasn't clear if you size up from street shoes, which seems normal, or from regular running shoe size.
Fast, Versatile Swiss Army Knife of the TrailHaving tested (and loved) the original Exum Ridge prototypes WAY back in the day, I moved away from LaSportiva to brands like Salomon, Arc'teryx, and HOKA over the years. But the Prodigio Pros have brought me back to the brand in a big, big way. In the last 2 weeks, they've quickly become my go-to shoe for longer efforts and for anything involving technical descents. The fit is snug in all the right places and spacious where you want it to be with minimal side-to-side play when things get rowdy. The midsole foam, which I hope holds up over time, gives just the right amount of pop on every stride without feeling like a marshmallow. And the sole? Frixion has always been the best and this is no exception. My only gripe is that the upper seems like it might get hot in warmer weather, but we'll have to see about that... And I really hope they make more colors (like the original Prodigio). Love this shoe!
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Trail shoe of the year contenderI acquired these shoes during a trip to the Bay Area. I’ve worn them on various terrains, including single-track trails, gravel, the Dipsea stairs, bike paths, roads, and sidewalks. I’ve logged approximately 40 miles in them so far.
The outsole is exceptional. It’s arguably the most confidence-inspiring outsole I’ve encountered while running. Its exceptional stickiness, coupled with the unique design that allows it to come on the side of the midsole, makes it a standout feature. Interestingly, it didn’t cause any issues on the roads either. These shoes are also among the best-feeling trail shoes on the road, which I believe is a testament to the supercritical midsole.
The midsole strikes the perfect balance between softness and responsiveness while maintaining a good stack height. I believe it’s 34mm in the heel, which is an ideal position for executing more hyper-technical running. It’s undoubtedly the softest non-plated shoe I’ve ever run in, and considering its 34mm stack height, it feels like a 40mm stack shoe for sure.
I’m a fan of sock-like uppers, and this shoe is no exception. They’re incredibly comfortable, easy to put on and take off, and they provide the best Sportiva fit yet. However, I did have to size up from my usual US 10.5 to a US 11, which is typical of Sportiva shoes. But that’s nothing new at this point.
The absence of a plate makes these shoes highly technical-friendly. They allow your foot to move fluidly over rocks and off-camber terrain. I highly recommend these shoes, especially considering their price point. For under $200, you’re getting a top-notch shoe that punches above its weight.
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