La Sportiva Wildcat Trail Running Shoe Review
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The Wildcat is La Sportiva’s most cushioned trail running shoe. The Wildcat is a stable-neutral shoe that is extremely light weight compared to its’ competitors, weighing a mere 9.95 ounces. Testers raved about the lighter than air feel, roomy toe box that allowed for neutral toe positioning that prevented hot spots, and the excellent traction on sandy dirt trails and slick wet rocks. In addition, testers found the La Sportiva Wildcat to be extremely breathable and quick drying; perfect for hot runs and jumping through puddles on rainy runs. The Wildcat is a great all around trail shoe that can tackle all sorts of terrain and weather conditions. One potential downside for some individuals, the white color doesn’t stay white for too long, but that didn’t post too much of a problem for our testers. For more information on the Wildcat and other La Sportiva footwear, please visit www.sportiva.com or www.amazon.com/lasportiva.
Features
- 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 midsoles and 2.4mm thick EVA 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
