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Nike Pegasus Trail 5
Nike
$140Score 23
Better than Asics Fuji Lite 7 at:
- More cushioning (37 vs 32 mm heel stack)
Asics Fuji Lite 7
$140
Asics Sonoma 8
$120
Quick verdict
Asics Fuji Lite 7
$140
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (23 vs 18)
- A lighter option (79 g less)
- A lower drop (4 vs 8 mm)
Asics Sonoma 8
$120
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $20 less
- Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 4 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics Fuji Lite 7· leads in 1
Lightness
Asics Sonoma 8· leads in 2
GripAffordability
Cushioning
32 mmNo dataLightness
241 gTop 10%320 gGrip
4 mmTop 49%4.5 mmTop 24%Drophigher isn't better or worse
4 mm8 mmAffordability
$140Top 23%$120Top 16%
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Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Fuji Lite 7 vs Asics Sonoma 8
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Essentials
140 $
120 $
241 g
320 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Technical trails and mixed off-road terrain
Light to moderate trails, dirt paths and wet conditions
Fast trail runs and races on technical terrain
Trail running, hiking and outdoor activities in wet or variable conditions
Cushioning
4 mm
8 mm
32 mm
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28 mm
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FF BLAST PLUS foam for light, responsive cushioning
AMPLIFOAM cushioning with rearfoot GEL technology for shock absorption
Light and nimble with moderate cushioning
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Grip & protection
ASICSGRIP rubber for traction on technical terrain
Durable rubber outsole with trail-specific lug pattern for grip
Upper & fit
Engineered woven upper with tongue wings for midfoot lockdown
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