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La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's
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Shipping Information.For neutral runners wanting superb cushioning on their trail runs, look no further than the Wildcat from La Sportiva.
- 1-piece nylon mesh uppers are highly breathable and lightweight; external thermoplastic urethane stabilizers provide support for heels
- Dynamic tongue construction works with the lacing harnesses for a secure, snug fit; nylon mesh linings on tongue and back half of shoe wick moisture to help keep feet dry
- Dual-density MEMlex midsoles and 2.4mm thick LaSpEVA lasting boards provide ample cushioning
- Midsoles also have nylon molded shanks to modulate toe spring and offer additional stability
- Sticky FriXion® AT rubber outsoles deliver excellent traction and a smooth, resilient ride on and off the trail
- Impact Brake System™ helps reduce impact forces while improving traction via the multidirectional, offset lug pattern
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La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's Customer Reviews
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (27)
- Good traction (25)
- Lightweight (25)
- Cushions impact (18)
- Arch support (11)
Cons
- Wears quickly (9)
Best Uses
- Mixed terrain (19)
- Trail running (19)
- All weather conditions (8)
- Walking (8)
- Road running (7)
- Sizing:
Feels full size too small
Feels half size too small
Feels true to size
78%
(21 reviews)
Feels half size too big
Feels full size too big
- Width:
Feels too narrow
Feels true to width
96%
(26 reviews)
Feels too wide
- Arch Type:
- Average arch (12), Low arch (7), High arch (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (15), Casual/ recreational (8), Competitive athlete (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (15)
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Arch Support
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
Cons
- Wears Quickly
Best Uses
- Trails
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
In 2009 I hiked every single day [@] and these were favorite shoes. I hiked in them for just over four months and put hundreds of miles on them.They were used in a variety of terrain but primarily on trails. Comfort, traction and fit were perfect for me. My only quibble was that the soles wore just a bit quicker than I would have liked. Other than that I would say they were perfect.Mine are now pretty much worn out and I am going to definitely getting another pair.
- Gift:
- No
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
Best Uses
- Grass
- Mixed Terrain
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
I have been running on Salomons for a very long time now. I often switch running shoes but always end up going back. Now, I have a new favorite shoe! These shoes are light and stable. I have run several races in both trail and in the street. I honestly can't believe how versatile they are.
- Gift:
- No
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
- Rugged
Cons
- Wears Quickly
Best Uses
- Grass
- Mixed Terrain
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
This is one of the best trail running shoes that I have used. On flatter trails that designed for running, it is light, rugged, stable, with excellent traction. On more technical terrain it slips occasionally on rock and wet rock when ascending. I would describe it as an over-built running shoe, not a "hiking boot on a diet."
I have worn it to run/speed hike some more rugged terrain and have noticed that two of the green nubs on the soles wore away quickly or become unglued and fell off, which began happening after a one-day run-hike of twelve miles on rocky and muddy trail. This green rubber is very soft and a higlight of the shoe since its orientation and stickiness makes the shoe feel safe on descents. I just wish it was more durable.
This shoe breathes well, but at the cost of not being waterproof; all it takes is a very shallow puddle or muddy patch and the water comes flowing in through the wide mesh.
I have worn it with REI brand synthetic socks and have not gotten any blisters during run/hikes of up to 20 miles, which is a huge plus.
I wish that the lacing extended further towards the toes. Another set of eyelets would be great since the toe-box is slightly on the wider side.
I would love for La Sportiva to develop some easy to use, optional gaiter system for their trail shoes.
These are an exellent first incarnation of this shoe model, with some room for improvement and perhaps a more water-proof or Gore-Tex model offered. It's the best neutral support trail shoe I have used (compared to five other models by La Sportiva and other brands). It feels more like a beefed-up neutral-support running shoe and less like a pared-down hiking boot.
- Gift:
- No
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Low Arch
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Mixed Terrain
- Trail Running
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
I was quite happy with Asics 2100 series trail runners for a couple of years, but switched to Vasque Velocity GTX for the winter 2009/2010. The Velocity was acceptable for bad weather, but too heavy and clunky for nicer days. So for the spring/summer 2010 I decided to try something different. After reading reviews I had planned on buying Salomon XT Wings, but the fit did not suit me. After trying on every trail runner at REI I selected the Wildcats, and I am happy that I did. The Wildcats offer metric sizing with half sizes so I found my first shoe with a perfect fit (43.5 for me with Dean Karnazes inserts). It took me a couple of runs to adapt (resistant to change), but I am now a full convert. I love these shoes! They are so light and agile; they just make me want to run fast. I have not had them long enough to assess durability, but I don't care if they wear relatively fast, they are great! Shoe fit and use is highly personal, but I recommend that you give these a look. It's going to be hard to get me into something else.
- Gift:
- No
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Average Arch
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Good Arch Support
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
- Pronation Control
Cons
- Wears Quickly
Best Uses
- Mixed Terrain
- Road Running
- Trail Running
- Walking
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
This is a great long distance/speed hiking and running shoe. I've battled shin splints most my adult life due to a combination of high and weak arches and bad pronation. I turned to trail running shoes for more stability and it has worked wonders. Now I only run in these trail running shoes. In these shoes, I've crossed the Olympics in a day and completed my first marathon. The only downside is that they tend to wear out a little quicker than expected, but for the results I get from them, I'll continue to buy these shoes.
- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- High Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Trail Running
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
I normally run in Brooks Adrenaline ASR but they didn't have them at my local REI during their 20% off sale this spring so on a off chance picked up the Wildcats. Wow! What a find. I truely am impressed by these shoes. They are so comfortable on the trail. They almost feel like they steer themselves. They wrap around your foot and make the shoe feel as if it is a natural extension of your foot. Can be a little slippery on wet rock but on dirt they are the best I have ever had for traction. They are light but seem to have plenty of support. Great shoe. Sorry Brook's, I have found a new shoe. Wasn't all that impressed with the new ASR anyway.
- Gift:
- No
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Average Arch
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
Best Uses
- Grass
- Mixed Terrain
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
After receiving these shoes in the mail from REI, I gave them a pretty good workout and was impressed. There's a local park that has a good mix of terrain, with decent elevation (for the Midwest) and had a mix of mud and dry-ish surfaces. The shoes offered excellent grip and fantastic cushioning.
I have a high arch and very thin, sensitive feet, so finding the right shoes can be ... problematic. After having no luck with La Sportiva's Exum Ridge I am happy to report the Wildcat is a much, much better shoe for people who prefer a more cushioned ride, while still having decent feel for the trail and excellent grip.
The shoes appear to have excellent build quality and I have had no issues with durability so far.
- Gift:
- No
- Sizing:
- Feels half size too small
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- High Arch
Pros
- Comfortable
- Good Traction
- Rugged
- Stabilizes Foot
Cons
Best Uses
- All Weather Conditions
- Grass
- Mixed Terrain
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
After 6 mos., and having tried several different trail shoes, the Wildcat has the best combination of features for me. While I'm a heavier runner, 190 lbs., and normally use a pronation control shoe, the Wildcat has worked great without any added inserts, etc. I now use them on the trail and on the road.
- Gift:
- No
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- High Arch
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Good Arch Support
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- All Weather Conditions
- Mixed Terrain
- Trail Running
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
I use this show for trail running. As a neutral runner this is the first trail shoe that I've found that doesn't feel stiff and clunky. I normally run on pavement and this shoe provides great cushioning on rocky and rooty mountain trail runs. Comfortable upper.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- Average Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushions Impact
- Good Arch Support
- Good Traction
- Lightweight
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- All Weather Conditions
- Trail Running
Comments about La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's:
I am training for a mountain marathon, and already did a mountain half marathon, with these shoes. They are AMAZING. I love the way they feel - not super cushioned like many shoes but more free, but not quite 'minimalist.' I have high arches and these shoes are perfect for me. They have really great, aggressive traction.
I like the single-layer-under-mesh design because my feet are very ventilated, and if I step in a stream or something they dry fairly quickly, and even while wet I don't get blisters. In fact, I had a blister on my heal from hiking and the next day I ran 15 miles in these shoes and they didn't aggravate the blister at all.
I have also used these many times in a few inches of snow and only had wet feet when I stepped in a puddles, and even then my feet were only cold for a few minutes.
I would take these shoes, on trail, over my road shoes on... the road. That said, these shoes are for trail use ONLY. When on pavement they have this really odd feeling of sticking, sort of like you have gum all over your shoe. The balance is fine, but the sole feels quite uncomfortable - you can feel the lugs through the bottom.
If you need a shoe exclusively for intense trail running, this setup is awesome. If you're looking for waterproof, there is a GoreTex version - though I'm sure the GoreTex makes the shoe very hot in warm weather.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Width:
- Feels true to width
- Arch Type:
- High Arch
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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