La Sportiva Wildcat Trail-Running Shoes - Men's
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- 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
Imported.
| Best use | Trail running |
|---|---|
| Trail-running shoe type | Rugged trail |
| Running shoe cushioning | Moderate |
| Footwear height | Ankle |
| Footwear closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Nylon mesh |
| Lining | Nylon |
| Midsole | EVA |
| Support | Nylon shank |
| Outsole | Rubber |
| Rock plate | No |
| Average footwear weight (pair) | 1 lb. 9 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
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Mar 22, 2016Absolutely perfect!
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Mar 15, 2016Great comfort but lack durabilityLove them as I've had 5 pairs but wish they lasted longer. I wore a new pair out in under 220 miles last September thru hiking the JMT. On the southern AT I usually get 300-400 miles out of ...
Read More Love them as I've had 5 pairs but wish they lasted longer. I wore a new pair out in under 220 miles last September thru hiking the JMT. On the southern AT I usually get 300-400 miles out of a pair. -
Feb 28, 2016Precisely what I needed...I tore up a pair of Salomon Speedcross in no time flat...plus the speed lacing system never suited me. I love the way the La Sportiva shoes fit and feel. They are supportive and very comfort...
Read More I tore up a pair of Salomon Speedcross in no time flat...plus the speed lacing system never suited me. I love the way the La Sportiva shoes fit and feel. They are supportive and very comfortable! -
Feb 22, 2016Great Trail HikerAwesome shoe. Super lightweight, comfortable and grippy. Hiked the Camino de Santiago in these last summer with no blisters. This will be my go-to trail shoe from now on
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Jan 10, 2016Great trail shoes!I wore these through the 100-mile wilderness and up Katahdin. Also, I did a one-day pemi loop in them. I have cube-shaped feet and no other shoes fit properly until I found the Wildcats. Alt...
Read More I wore these through the 100-mile wilderness and up Katahdin. Also, I did a one-day pemi loop in them. I have cube-shaped feet and no other shoes fit properly until I found the Wildcats. Although fit is most important, another great characteristic of these shoes is that they dry very quickly after they get wet. They also help keep your feet cool. Also, the laces don't have to be tied tightly for the shoe to fit snugly because of the socky-thing that holds your foot inside the shoe. Awesome shoes! I use the GTX version in the snow and ice (anytime it's below 25 degrees or if the snow is more than two inches deep. I would have given them five stars, but they aren't very durable. Maybe they could fix that--my first two pair got me about 700 miles. -
Jan 9, 2016Not very durableHad these for ~5 months before the laces started disintegrating. I wasn't even wearing them full time, but was alternating with another pair of shoes. Sad to say, I was not very happy with t...
Read More Had these for ~5 months before the laces started disintegrating. I wasn't even wearing them full time, but was alternating with another pair of shoes. Sad to say, I was not very happy with the durability. I'm not too confident that the rest of it will hold up any better. -
Jan 9, 2016Perfect fit every time!From the first time I tried on the Wildcats, they've been a perfect fit! I'm now on my 4th pair and seem to have a habit of wearing them too often. They are a great all around athletic shoe ...
Read More From the first time I tried on the Wildcats, they've been a perfect fit! I'm now on my 4th pair and seem to have a habit of wearing them too often. They are a great all around athletic shoe - I use them for running a few times a week and for dry-weather hiking. My feet run narrow, and in comparison to other trail-running shoes I've owned, the Wildcats do not seem to get sloppy over time. The only con from my experience is that the soles wear out too quickly (usually get a new pair every year). Then again... I do wear them quite often. -
Jan 9, 2016Most excellent!!I hiked the John Muir Trail as well as 10 mountain peaks along the way (300+ miles) and they were fantastic. My only complaint is that I bought them new for the trip, and by the end they wer...
Read More I hiked the John Muir Trail as well as 10 mountain peaks along the way (300+ miles) and they were fantastic. My only complaint is that I bought them new for the trip, and by the end they were pretty close to dead, heal cushions tattered, soles and tread shredded. However, they were extremely comfortable, giving me not a single blister the entire time, breath very well, dry quickly, are ultra light-weight, and have the best grip of any shoe I've ever worn. I love these shoes, and will buy many pairs for the years to come. I highly recommend these to anyone looking for an awesome long distance hiking shoe.
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Read More These are hands down one of the most comfortable pair of trail shoes I have ever owned, and I've been around awhile. I was a bit concerned about trying the La Sportiva brand for reasons I now really question. I have a pretty wide foot and find it difficult to get trail shoes that support well and don't pinch or rub. I had presumed the Sportivas would be narrow because of the European design. I was completely wrong. Additionally, these have a great amount of support for my arches and enough flex that there is no pinching or rubbing at all. Cushioning is superb and they actually fit like a glove. All I can say is..Wow! I have worn them around town and on some fairly decent trails and I come home with no stress on my feet under any conditions so far. I can't wait to try them on some more challenging hills to see if they really are as good as I think they're going to be. All in all, these are cool, comfortable, durable, and truly a pleasure to wear. I know I am now hooked on La Sportivas from here on out!