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Trail · La Sportiva
Bushido III
Low-slung, locked-down and precise, with a rock guard for technical ground.
7.6 Solid
Runsletter Score out of 10. Good at its job, with clear limits.
Buy it if
- Precise, locked-in fit
- Excellent stability on technical terrain
- Protective rock guard
Skip it if
- Firm ride for long days
- Narrow fit for some
$165
List price; often discounted in seasonal sales
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- Weight
- 290 g
- Stack
- 19 mm
- Drop
- 6 mm
The verdict
The Bushido III is low-slung and locked down, made for precise footing on technical mountain terrain. A rock guard and a firm, stable platform give you control and protection over scree, roots and rocky ridges.
It suits runners on steep, technical trails who want precision and stability over cushioning. It's more precise than the Speedgoat 6 and more stable than the Kjerag. It's too firm for long, easy days on groomed trails.
The fit is close and secure, built for control. Runners with wide feet should try it before buying.
“Mountain-goat footing for scree, roots and anything with a cliff edge.”
Specs
| Weight | 290 g |
|---|---|
| Stack height | 19 mm |
| Drop | 6 mm |
| Cushion | 2 / 5 |
| Plate | nylon |
| Support | Stability |
| Surface | trail |
| Best for | race, daily |
| Midsole | Compression-moulded EVA with TPU stability inserts |
| Upper | Durable mesh with a supportive cage |
| Outsole | FriXion XT 2.0 rubber |
| Lugs | 4mm, multi-directional |
| Rock plate | Yes, forefoot rock guard |
| Fit | Close, performance fit |
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How it stacks up
Compare side by side →| Product | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|
| La Sportiva Bushido III · this one | 7.6 Solid | $165 |
| Hoka Speedgoat 6 | 8.4 Strong | $155 |
| NNormal Kjerag | 8.2 Strong | $195 |
| Salomon S/Lab Genesis | 8.1 Strong | $200 |
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