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La Sportiva Wildcat Trail Running Shoe - Men's

Item #LSP0117 | 47 in Stock

Do these shoes have any type of rock guard under the forefoot? Air...

By Ranked #961 - Men's Trail Run Shoes November 23, 2009

Do these shoes have any type of rock guard under the forefoot?
Air in the forefoot?

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #9 - Men's Trail Run Shoes February 9, 2011

These do not have a rock plate but they do handle rocks well. Most of my trail running is on rocky paths and I think they perform well for such a lightweight shoe.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #32 - Men's Trail Run Shoes January 27, 2011

Without a rock plate these wouldn't work well here in New England where most of the trails I run are rock mine-fields.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #413 - Men's Trail Run Shoes December 3, 2009

http://www.sportiva.com/pop.php?p=/images/soles/SoleCnster_Wildcat_536.jpg Judging by that link, which shows the layers of the sole, I'd say no to both of your questions.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

Tech Specs:

Upper Material:
air mesh 
Lining:
nylon 
Sole:
FriXion AT 
Construction:
Impact Brake System 
Lacing:
standard 
Arch Support:
neutral 
Weight:
[pair] 1 lb 10 oz 
Recommended Use:
trail running 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year 
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