The new La Sportiva Prodigio 2 is designed for trail runners looking for a shoe that excels both in training and in medium- to long-distance racing. Lighter, more dynamic, and even more comfortable than the first generation, this trail running shoe delivers a remarkable balance of cushioning, stability, and performance.

The original Prodigio marked a turning point for La Sportiva, introducing a modern trail running shoe that was comfortable and high-performing over medium and long distances. With the Prodigio 2, the brand keeps everything that made the first version a success, while improving the key areas flagged by runners.

Key Improvements

“Even better cushioning, a more anatomical fit” - these were the two upgrades trail runners were waiting for most.

Thanks to the new nitrogen-infused XFlow™ foam, the Prodigio 2 delivers more generous cushioning while still offering excellent energy return. The result is a smoother, more efficient stride with less muscle fatigue — and more dynamism late in the race, after hours on the trail.

The Prodigio 2 features a slightly wider forefoot and more volume across the instep, giving runners more comfort as feet swell during long runs, along with a more anatomical fit better suited to long-distance formats — all without sacrificing precision or support.

Where the original Prodigio had a snugger fit, the Prodigio 2 offers more comfort and better adapts to different foot shapes. La Sportiva reworked the midfoot construction and reinforced the support system connecting the sole directly to the lacing. The result: the foot stays better locked in on side slopes, descents, and technical terrain. This design improves precision and delivers more reassuring stability, all while keeping comfort front and centre.

**Even better grip**

The FriXion® Red outsole delivers reliable grip across a wide variety of terrain — forest tracks, mountain trails, rocky sections, and mixed ground. The lugs have been increased to 4 mm (up from 3.5 mm), striking an excellent balance between traction, efficiency, and durability, with added versatility on wet terrain.

**Long-lasting comfort**

The technical mesh upper is more durable than the previous version, improving breathability while still holding the foot securely. The redesigned tongue also improves lacing comfort and helps enhance overall foothold.
 

Who Is This Trail Running Shoe For?

Highly versatile, the Prodigio 2 is built for trail runners who need a shoe that can handle:

- Daily training runs

- Medium- and long-distance trail races, up to ultras

- Varied terrain, from fast, rolling trails to technical singletrack

It's a better fit for average-weight runners than for very lightweight runners.

Technical Specifications

Weight: approx. 275 g (men's size 42)

Drop: 6 mm

Stack height: 34 mm heel / 28 mm forefoot

Lugs: 4 mm

Foam: Nitrogen-infused XFlow™

Outsole: FriXion® Red

The Prodigio 2 is the ideal trail running shoe for runners who refuse to compromise: cushioned enough to rack up the kilometres, stable enough for technical terrain, and dynamic enough to pick up the pace when it counts. A true partner for almost any adventure in the mountains.

If you loved the Prodigio 1, you'll love the Prodigio 2 even more. It carries forward everything that made the first model great, with more comfort, a more accommodating fit, more dynamic cushioning, and even greater stability — an evolution built for light-to-average-weight trail runners who rack up the miles and want performance and versatility in training and in competition alike.

What Stays (Almost) the Same

The Prodigio 2 keeps the qualities that made the original a hit:

- Excellent grip thanks to the FriXion® Red outsole, now reinforced with 4 mm lugs (up from 3.5 mm)

- Increased versatility from slightly more rigidity on technical terrain

- Unchanged 34/28 mm stack height and 6 mm drop, paired with upgraded XFlow foam

- Excellent long-distance protection, even better suited to ultras

In One Sentence

Prodigio 1: an excellent, versatile trail running shoe.

Prodigio 2: the same philosophy — but more comfortable, more stable, more dynamic, and more refined.