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La Sportiva Prodigio 2
Daily trail training

Prodigio 2

A versatile trail shoe with a 6 mm drop and nitrogen-infused EVA midsole, positioned as the do-it-all daily trainer in La Sportiva's Prodigio line.

$170MSRP
Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
trail
Primary use
Daily trail training
Races
Ultra, 50K+
Also good for
Trail long run, Technical trail, 50K race, 100K race, Easy trail run
Cushion
moderate
Firmness
balanced
Stability
stability
Weight
265g
Drop
6mm
Stack
not published
Lug
4mm
Midsole
XFlow nitrogen-infused supercritical EVA
Outsole
Bi-compound FriXion XT 2.0 with FLEX inserts
Upper
High-tenacity mesh
Widths
standard
Tempo workoutsStable platformMountainDoor to trailTechnical trailDaily trainingUltra distanceWide feetLong runs
Our read

A stable, lightweight-for-its-class trail all-rounder for runners who want one shoe from daily miles to mountain ultras. Its balanced, moderately cushioned ride is the defining trait—capable but not specialized.

Ride

A balanced, moderately firm ride with reactive nitrogen-infused foam that stays stable on technical ground rather than plush.

Fit

Built on the Tempo Ultra last with a wide, secure fit and a midfoot cage that wraps the foot; only standard width is offered.

Best for

Runners who want a single trail shoe for varied terrain and long mountain days, and who value stability underfoot over maximum softness.

Avoid if

You want a plush, high-stack cushion for pounding hard-packed trail or road, or need a narrow, snug fit.

Sources
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