Reviews & Ratings for La Sportiva Karacal Running Shoes - Women's — 1 review — Page 1

The Karacal has fast become my #1 choice for trail running - particularly on technical terrain. The tread is amazing - probably the best grip out of any trail shoe I run in. The cushioning is plush without being too squishy and the shoe has a really nice structure. The shoe offers a of support, particularly through the arch, even after long miles. And the toe box is nice and wide. As a matter of fact, the shoe is pretty roomy and is my choice for the second half of races or any time I think I'll experience foot swelling. On an odd note - I have tibialis anterior tendinitis and need a shoe with a padded tongue to prevent lace pressure. While many shoes are trying to cut weight with skimpy tongues, the Karacal remains padded and the tongue actually stays in place instead of sliding everywhere. Only con: these suckers are heavy when you get them wet. They don't seem to drain as quickly as other shoes, but they are still perfectly runnable. I've gone up to 50 miles in one stretch and my feet held up nicely. Size note: I'm typically a US 7.5 or a Euro 38. These tend to run short and I buy the 7.5+/39.