This is to ensure that the trail runners are sturdy enough to withstand whatever outdoors condition it is subjected to, thereby assuring users that they can count on their footwear to last them throughout any ordeal they may face in the wilderness. The La Sportiva Bushido is also a sturdy trail running shoe and one of the most durable in the market today. Some users even claim that the La Sportiva Helios is the “minimalist running shoe for trail runners” since users can feel the ground through the soles as they run.

La Sportiva has the highest customer satisfaction rate, especially when it has to do with their comfortable toe boxes that most of their footwear are known to showcase. There was a perfect blend of fit and freedom when it came to the toes in, as evidenced by their unique line of footwear – which encompasses trail runners, mountain climbing shoes, ski boots, etc. –according to reputable testers. The heel-toe drop is about average for trail runners. You’ll feel the drop but not as much as normal hiking shoes or boots. RW Takeaway: The Bushido II is a lightweight and durable neutral shoe for runners who want moderate cushioning with serious traction in all trail conditions. This running shoe comes at a relatively steep price, though only a few people are complaining about the cost.This is because the top-quality cushioning that comes with this running shoe gives you the courage to conquer any terrain.

The Bushido fits medium-sized feet well. It can work for those with slightly narrow or slightly wide feet, but you’ll want to try it first to see. If you have medium width feet, this will be a good fit. Wide and narrow may not find their ultimate zen. Comfort La Sportiva started with products for skiing, and then trail running, and mountain-climbing products joined the line of products. Soon, the company became famous for producing trail running shoes for men and women.The Akyra is pricey, no doubt about it. But durability and high-quality always come at a cost, and it’s better you invest in something that will protect you when you are out there in the wild than spend it taking care of yourself in a hospital as a result of a running accident. The La Sportiva Ultra Raptor is built to last for thousands of miles, and that probably explains why it is also on the expensive side of the scale. As expected, the tread was the first aspect of the shoe to show signs of wear, eventually wearing smooth towards the end of their life. What surprised me was just how grippy they remained, even in this sorry state! Their final run was along some particularly icy trails, I was expecting to be doing a lot of walking that day, yet much to my surprise I didn't fall once! The main points of wear with the upper was along the outside edges of the mesh panels, which did eventually begin to fray. Construction This technology also provides great edging capabilities which imply that the Helios SR is useful for running as well as for climbing. The outsole of the Bushido running shoes is wide for enhanced traction and stability, thereby spreading your eight across a wide surface area as you run along the trails.

We tested the women’s version of the updated Bushido II, but La Sportiva makes the same shoe in men's sizing. The men’s Bushido II shares the same design, overall construction, cost, and feature set as the women’s but comes in varying colorways and weighs slightly more at 1 pound 5 ounces per pair. Although we haven’t had a chance to test the men’s model, we imagine it warrants similar praise: superb traction and stability, comfortable fit, and great performance on technical trails. The Helios SR is loaded with a unique technology from La Sportiva known as MorphoDynamic midsole technology that is designed to keep your running shoe rigid. The Bushido does not have much in the way of cushion, especially compared to many other trail runners. This gives a tactical, close to the ground feel.

La Sportiva Bushido II Upper

If you really think about shoes, an individual can find issues with any of them because our feet are so different. Low cushion and a slightly different last made the Bushido a bit difficult for me, but that’s not really the shoe’s fault. The tongue is updated to a more rubbery, padded, and gusseted tongue that you now also see in La Sportiva’s Kaptiva. While I prefer the more traditional tongue, it does adequately protect the foot from the laces and stays in place. My anterior tibialis tendons aren’t quite so sure about the updated tongue but I do prefer this one to the Kaptiva since it’s more flexible as my ankle dorsiflexes forward over it with every step. The quality of materials used in the overall construction of this ingenious creation is top notch. This means that you should not expect these footwear to fall apart anytime soon. The Crossover 2.0 GTX has a fine-looking but simple lacing system and the grip zone – which is the best feature this stunning trail running footwear showcases – is designed to help users negotiate icy and snowy conditions.