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La Sportiva Cyklon Cross GTX Women's
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Cyklon Cross GTX Women's

The La Sportiva Cyklon Cross GTX is a waterproof winter mountain running shoe with a Gore-Tex membrane, BOA dial closure and sticky FRIXION WHITE outsole.

$270MSRP
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Comparable specifications
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Terrain
trail
Use
technical trail
Also good for
Mud, snow and ice, wet conditions, winter
Weight
300g
Drop
8mm
Stack
28/20mm
Lug
7mm
Waterproof
Yes
Midsole
Compression molded EVA
Outsole
FriXion XF 2.0
Upper
ePE Gore-Tex membrane with two-way stretch mesh gaiter
Widths
standard
Wet conditionsSnow and iceStable platformMountainTechnical trailWaterproofWinterMud
Our read

This is a purpose-built winter/foul-weather mountain running shoe rather than an all-round trainer. Its Gore-Tex membrane, BOA closure and sticky, aggressive lug outsole target cold, wet and technical terrain. Manufacturer detail is solid but there is no independent testing or stack/weight data to judge ride quality, so real-world cushioning and long-run comfort remain unverified.

Ride

No stack height, drop, weight or independent ride testing is available, so ride firmness and cushioning cannot be characterized. The Cyklon midsole/outsole package and Impact Brake System lug layout suggest a grippy, protective trail ride.

Fit

Uses a BOA micro-adjustable dial with cable laces for a secure, quick-tightening fit; the women's version runs EU 36–43. No independent fit width data available.

Best for

Runners tackling cold, wet, muddy or snowy technical trails who want waterproof protection and sticky grip.

Avoid if

You want a lightweight, breathable shoe for hot weather or road running, or need verified cushioning and stack data before buying.

Sources
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