Black Friday La Sportiva: trail and hiking
When the path becomes rocky, steep or slippery, that's where La Sportiva makes the difference. Its Black Friday brings together men's trail and hiking shoes from the Italian brand, on sale.
Choose between trail and hiking, then filter by size.
La Sportiva on sale for Black Friday
During this event, the men's shoes La Sportiva on sale are gathered on this page. The selection mixes trail shoes and hiking shoes, for running and walking in the mountains.
A brand born in the Dolomites
La Sportiva originates from Val di Fiemme, in the heart of the Italian Dolomites. Initially known for climbing and mountaineering, the brand has transferred this know-how to trail running: grip, precision, and protection are its strengths.
Prodigio, Bushido: long distance or technical terrain
First model to consider: the Prodigio. It's a cushioned shoe designed for long distances in the mountains, with a softer sole than the brand's technical models.
The Bushido plays the opposite role: stable, precise, with a formidable grip on rock. It is suitable for technical trails and for runners who want to feel the ground.
Running or walking: read the selection carefully
A good part of the page consists of hiking shoes, with low, medium or high tops. For running, aim for a low-top trail shoe; for walking with a bag, a high-top offers better ankle protection. Models marked GTX have a waterproof membrane.
La Sportiva often fits quite snugly and relatively narrow: if you have wide feet, check the size guide.
Soles designed for the mountains
The brand develops its own rubbers, like FriXion, to grip on both dry and wet rock. On a trail shoe, the lugs remain relatively low for running on rolling parts; on a hiking shoe, they are deeper to bite into the earth and scree.
Other brands on sale
All men's shoes on sale can be found on the page Black Friday men's shoes. For road running, check out adidas or Mizuno.
La Sportiva after Black Friday
The sales for La Sportiva arrive after the holidays. All year round, the clearance men's shoes section includes end-of-line items from all brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find a cheap La Sportiva Prodigio?
On this page during Black Friday, along with the other trail models from the brand. Filter by size to see only your size.
Prodigio or Bushido for a first ultra?
The Prodigio, being more cushioned, is designed to last over long distances. The Bushido is better suited for technical and shorter routes, where precision matters more.
Is a La Sportiva trail shoe suitable for hiking?
Yes, for a light day hike. With a bag heavy or over several days, a high-top hiking shoe offers better protection.
Are there any women's La Sportiva shoes on sale?
Yes, on the page Black Friday La Sportiva women.
How do I clean trail shoes after a muddy outing?
Rinse off the mud with clean water, remove the insole and let them dry in the open air, away from a radiator. Direct heat damages glues and foams.
