La sportiva bushido 3

Learn more about the La sportiva bushido 3 female running shoes, including key features, performance, reviews, model updates, and more.

La sportiva bushido 3

Price

300

Rating

High

Popularity

Moderate

The La Sportiva Bushido 3 is a high-performance trail running shoe designed for technical terrain, sitting between the more cushioned Akasha and the minimalist Mutant models in the La Sportiva lineup.

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2 colorways

Colorway: Blue

Widths available: normal

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Summary

The La Sportiva Bushido 3 is a versatile trail running shoe designed for technical terrains, offering stability, breathability, and traction. It stands out in La Sportiva's lineup as a robust performer for trail enthusiasts who prioritize protection and aggressive grip on varied surfaces. Compared to other models, the Bushido 3 is particularly suitable for those needing enhanced underfoot protection and control over rocky and rugged trails, whereas other models in the lineup might focus more on cushioning or lightweight speed for less demanding paths.

Surface

trail

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(16mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh(Air Mesh upper)

Weight

300g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

6mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal

Grip

LowMediumHighMax(high density, 4mm lugs) - FriXion Red rubber

Suitability

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Pros & Cons

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Most Mentioned Pros

Most Mentioned Cons

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

responsiveness (12)
bounce (8)
softness (6)
Pros
"Great energy return on long runs"
"Comfortable for daily training"
Cons
"Can feel soft for speedwork"

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Model Updates

The La Sportiva Bushido II has been updated to the Bushido III with improvements primarily focused on comfort and protection, featuring a more durable and breathable upper material, which enhances ventilation and overall foot protection on rugged terrains. Additionally, the Bushido III continues to use the same FriXion XT V-Groove2 rubber outsole but with an updated lug design for better grip and stability.

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Reviews

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Wear-tester reviews (20)

4.2/5

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