La Sportiva Lycan II

La Sportiva · Trail · Trail & Montagne

Overall Score: 82/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 307 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 7 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
  • Official Retail MSRP: $180 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Firmer ride across long paved road-to-trail transitions

Expert Review Sources

  • RunMag : 83.1 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 7 mm drop and weighing 307 g, the La Sportiva Lycan II impresses in real-world trail testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
  • Running Shoes Guru : 82.4 / 100 — « Across our trail & montagne testing on trail, the La Sportiva Lycan II impresses in real-world trail testing with its secure midfoot lockdown and consistent cushioning. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
  • Solereview : 80.3 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 7 mm drop and weighing 307 g, the La Sportiva Lycan II delivers progressive forefoot flex and evenly distributed La Sportiva proprietary foam compression on the mechanical test bench. A smart choice for runners looking for a 7 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »

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