Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide
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La Sportiva Bushido II GTX Trail-Running Shoes - Men's
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Cold, snow, rain and ice won't stop you from running on your favorite trails all season. The men's La Sportiva Bushido II GTX trail-running shoes fight the weather without sacrificing fit or feel.
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Trail-Running Shoe Type
Rugged-Trail
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm)
6
Running Shoe Cushioning
Moderate Cushion
Rock Plate
Yes
- GORE-TEX Invisible Fitâ„¢ membranes repel the elements without compromising fit
- Slip-on construction wraps your foot like a sock without compressing or exerting pressure points
- Updated tongues are ergonomic, padded and highly breathable; gusseted construction keeps them in place
- Updated heel design enhances the comfort and fit
- FriXion® XT V-Groove2™ outsoles incorporate dual-compound rubber that delivers superb grip on any type of terrain, dry or wet
- Outsole lugs wrap the midsoles to add traction and enhance stability on off-camber terrain
Imported.
View the La Sportiva Bushido Product LineView all La Sportiva Men's Trail-Running Shoes| Best Use | Trail Running |
|---|---|
| Trail-Running Shoe Type | Rugged-Trail |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Moderate Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 6 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Upper | Air mesh/thermal adhesive microfiber/high-frequency welded ripstop overlays/TPU toe caps/TPU exoskeleton |
| Lining | GORE-TEX Invisible Fit fabric/air mesh |
| Midsole | Compression molded MEMlex/1.5 mm dual-density compressed EVA; forefoot rock guards |
| Support | Thermoplastic stabilizers |
| Outsole | FriXion XT V-Groove2 rubber with Impact Brake System |
| Rock Plate | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 5 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
| Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX Invisible Fit waterproof/breathable membrane |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Neutral Certified brand |
La Sportiva Footwear - Men's
| 34 EU | 35.5 EU | 36.5 EU | 37 EU | 37.5 EU | 38 EU | 38.5 EU | 39 EU | 39.5 EU | 40 EU | 40.5 EU | 41 EU | 41.5 EU | 42 EU | 42.5 EU | 43 EU | 43.5 EU | 44 EU | 44.5 EU | 45 EU | 45.5 EU | 46 EU | 46.5 EU | 47 EU | 47.5 EU | 48 EU | 48.5 EU | 49 EU | 49.5 EU | 50 EU | |
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| U.S. Men's | 2.5+ | 4 | 4.5+ | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 6.5+ | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 8.5+ | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 10.5+ | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 12.5+ | 13 | 13.5 | 14 | 14.5 | 15 | 15.5 | 16 |
| U.S. Women's | 3.5 | 5 | 5.5+ | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 7.5+ | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 9.5+ | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 11.5+ | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.5 | 13.5+ | 14 | 14.5 | 15 | 15.5 | 16 | 16.5 | |
| EU | 34 | 35.5 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 47.5 | 48 | 48.5 | 49 | 49.5 | 50 |
| Mondo | 24 | 24.5 | 25 | 25.5 | 26 | 26.5 | 27 | 27.5 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 |
Sizing Notes
For boots: Add one half size to your street shoe size. You should be able to slip one finger behind your heel when you are standing up with the boot unlaced and your toes touching the front. If the boot is too short, your toes will get smashed walking downhill. Too long and your heel will slide up and down and give you blisters.
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Sturdy feel required for mountain running
brettrj3 years ago
Received free productI've been running a few times a week in these in the local San Diego mountains (mostly Mission Trails) for several weeks. My very first impression when putting them on was that they are very snug on the sides of the foot (though they had just the right amount of room in the toe box), so I was a little uneasy about how they'd be while running. After testing them out on the trail, I feel like the fit makes them feel much sturdier than previous trail running shoes I've used, and it doesn't come at the cost of being heavy/clunky. While my Hoka's have a bit more padding on the bottom for rocky trails, the Sportiva's definitely make me feel less likely to roll an ankle, which I'll take every time. My one, very minor, complaint is that the shoe laces always seem to be the slightest bit short and make tying them a little more tedious than it needs to be. All in all though, these have been great, comfortable, stable shoes on both inclines and declines (without jamming your toes) on the dirt and gravel trails I've used them on. Would definitely recommend.
brettrjReceived free product
San Diego, CA
10 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Cut off a toe until you can fit in!
DonCarlos3 years ago
La Sportiva is known for snug feelings, I have no issue on same sized La Sportiva shoes, Blizzard GTX, Trango GTX, but this pair of squeezer is designed by nuts. Even without wearing sox the duck beak like front is reshaping my toes into a sharp triangle. Avoid, or at least try 1.5 size more!
DonCarlos
Seattle WA
8 people found this review helpful
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TrailRunner17
Received free product
Washington DC
Solid (Aggressive) Trail Shoe
3 years ago
This shoe is comfortable, rugged, and grippy - in one word, I would summarize it as "aggressive". As a result, I also find it to be a rather heavy shoe. For background, I typically run in Altras, so I am used to a lighter, zero-drop shoe. I am also a fan of different shoes for different conditions. This shoe fits perfectly into a space where I didn't necessarily have the "best" shoe - e.g., rugged, rocky, wet, muddy trail conditions. Initially, I was worried this shoe would be too narrow for me, but it turned out to not be the case. The shoe fits great and is true to size. I ran with it on a few shorter runs, as well as a 15 mile trail run, and I didn't experience any hot spots or other issues. There seemed to be the right amount of cushion, my foot was locked in place, and the shoe stayed well-fitting throughout the run. I like the lacing system and sock-like fit created by the tongue. As noted, the only downside was that these felt really heavy to me. If you are used to running in heavier shoes, then this probably won't even be noticeable. I think I just noticed it because the shoes I run in regularly are just so much lighter. They could also be called a bit stiff and unresponsive, but I think that is a matter of person preference. I found them to be a little stiff, but the responsiveness for me was fine. The lugs on the shoe is ridiculously aggressive (which probably contributes to the weight). I felt super confident with each foot strike, even in mud or on wet, moss-covered rocks because of how grippy the traction is. I didn't slip and slide really at all. Unfortunately, I have not really had an opportunity to run through a stream with them yet, so cannot yet comment on how well they drain. Based on my experience with other Gore-Tex shoes, I assume these will also be good in rainy conditions as well. The shoe seems very well-built to last. It's a bit early to tell on durability, but I really don't see any signs of wear (or shoe breakdown) after about 50 miles. And as an added bonus, I like the color scheme and design. To summarize, aside from being a bit on the heavy side, this is a great, well-built shoe. I will certainly be an added staple to my collection for the right trail conditions. I might not use them for an entire 100-miler, but if it's going to be rainy, muddy, and slick, I will probably consider these for particular sections of a course. And I most certainly will turn to this shoe as my first choice for shorter races if there are rugged conditions - of all the shoes of tested over the years, this one is certainly the most "aggressive" I've tried.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 11
Running Experience:Competitive
Yes , I recommend this product
Gsmalley01
Oklahoma
Almost the best running shoe on the market
3 years ago
This shoe comes so close to being the best running shoe on the market. But it’s only made for narrow foot people. Normal feet will be somewhat comfy in the store but if you run for more than a mile your feet naturally begin to swell and the shoe will restrict blood flow. Those with wide or greek toe boxes will not be able to make it out of the store without pain in their feet. I’d suggest the ultra rapper II’s in wide toebox as my current favorite trail running shoe. La Sportiva please make the bushido’s in wide toe box!!
Age:18–24
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
Average Weekly Mileage:0–10 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 10
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product
Sheyjj12
Received free product
Carlsbad, CA
Durable lightweight shoes
3 years ago
I really dig these shoes. The first thing is how light the sole is, but so strong - while still being comfortable. The mesh/ vinyl fabric hybrid used is super breathable. I've used these a handful of times over the last few weeks on the trails around my house and also Palomar mtn, in both damp and very dry conditions and they're holding up well. Breaking them in was pretty smooth and didn't get blisters or anything weird. Another win for La Sportiva!
Age:25–34
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'3"
Average Weekly Mileage:0–10 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 12
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product
brettrj
Received free product
San Diego, CA
Sturdy feel required for mountain running
3 years ago
I've been running a few times a week in these in the local San Diego mountains (mostly Mission Trails) for several weeks. My very first impression when putting them on was that they are very snug on the sides of the foot (though they had just the right amount of room in the toe box), so I was a little uneasy about how they'd be while running. After testing them out on the trail, I feel like the fit makes them feel much sturdier than previous trail running shoes I've used, and it doesn't come at the cost of being heavy/clunky. While my Hoka's have a bit more padding on the bottom for rocky trails, the Sportiva's definitely make me feel less likely to roll an ankle, which I'll take every time. My one, very minor, complaint is that the shoe laces always seem to be the slightest bit short and make tying them a little more tedious than it needs to be. All in all though, these have been great, comfortable, stable shoes on both inclines and declines (without jamming your toes) on the dirt and gravel trails I've used them on. Would definitely recommend.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Average Weekly Mileage:0–10 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 11
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product
Doug74
Escondido, CA
A slightly more sturdy version of the Bushido II
2 years ago
Very comfortable shoe for hiking. I'm not a runner. It's a little beefier than the regular Bushido and has a little more lateral stability on rough trails. I love both the regular Bushido and the GTX version. I intend to use the GTX for backpacking trips in the future. By the way, to me the fit seems very similar to the regular Bushido. In each shoe I go 1/2 size up for a great fit. I have not used them in wet weather so I can't answer for water proofing.
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Average Weekly Mileage:0–10 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 10.5
Running Experience:Casual
Yes , I recommend this product
DonCarlos
Seattle WA
Cut off a toe until you can fit in!
3 years ago
La Sportiva is known for snug feelings, I have no issue on same sized La Sportiva shoes, Blizzard GTX, Trango GTX, but this pair of squeezer is designed by nuts. Even without wearing sox the duck beak like front is reshaping my toes into a sharp triangle. Avoid, or at least try 1.5 size more!
Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 10
Running Experience:Beginner
No, I do not recommend this product
Doc Savage
Received free product
Black Hills SD
Stability You Can Count On
3 years ago
I really liked how much I could throw at these shoes and they still were there for me. I steadily took them over rocky trails and steeper terrain and they were stable and became an extension of my feet. My only complaint is sizing. The recommended half size up was still too small. A full size up would have been better. However the toe box was roomy and the fit felt more comfortable with each use. With my limited use so far, and there will be a lot more miles to come in these, I haven't seen and material failure or even early signs of tears after bashing through brush and babyhead rocks. Overall, I'm digging these shoes.
Age:55–64
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'9"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 9.5
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product
JohnJacob
Received free product
St. Joseph, MO
Great trail shoe, narrow toe box.
3 years ago
This was a great trail shoe. I liked the lug pattern on the soles. Enough to keep a grip but not so tall that they collect tons of mud. My only issue was that the toe box was too narrow for my toes. Too many years of wearing shoes where I have room to spread my toes I guess.
Age:35–44
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 9.5
Running Experience:Casual
Yes , I recommend this product
Greg
South Georgia
way too narrow and hot spots
2 years ago
No matter what you do....its blister time with LaSportiva's. Hot Spots all over the shoe. I've tried twice because of the name recognition....this was my last time. I wont try LS again.
Age:55–64
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'3"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 13
Running Experience:Experienced
No, I do not recommend this product
Slow Boat Sailing
Lafayette
Size UP!
2 years ago
I love my La Sportiva Trango Tech's summer mountaineering boots which were 46.5 EU 12.5+ USA, which I have used for 20 hour days with long approaches. I got the same size in the Bushido II GTX. My normal shoe size is 11.5 USA (45 EU). With the Bushido II GTX I only have about a 1/4 inch in the toe room. 1/8 with a thicker sock. Snug fit everywhere else. I got as an approach shoe for non-technical hikes in warmer conditions. Been walking around the house with a 10kg pack and there is not a ton of cushioning in these. I would not attempt to run in these except on the downhill of a long hike if I'm impatient. They are more racing flats than training shoes imho. Their style is more tennis (actually for playing tennis) than running with big hiking lugs and low drop. I may have to trade them in for 47 EU USA 13 for my 11.5 feet. I need to test them more. I got them because I was slipping around too much in my Keen low tops, which run wide in D.
Age:45–54
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:5'11"
Average Weekly Mileage:11–30 miles
Typical Shoe Size:Mens 11.5
Running Experience:Experienced
Yes , I recommend this product
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