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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
Brooks Cascadia Elite
$275
Quick verdict
Asics Fuji Lite 7
$140
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $135 less
- A lighter option (28 g less)
- A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3.5 mm)
Brooks Cascadia Elite
$275
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (57 vs 23)
- More cushioning (41 vs 32 mm heel stack)
Spec profile
Each axis ranks against the 150 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).
Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest
Asics Fuji Lite 7· leads in 3
LightnessGripAffordability
Brooks Cascadia Elite· leads in 1
Cushioning
Cushioning
32 mm41 mmTop 8%Lightness
241 gTop 10%269 gTop 25%Grip
4 mmTop 49%3.5 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
4 mm6 mmAffordability
$140Top 23%$275
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
140 $
275 $
241 g
269 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Racing Shoe
Technical trails and mixed off-road terrain
fast and smooth trails
Fast trail runs and races on technical terrain
Trail races up to ultramarathon distance
Cushioning
4 mm
6 mm
32 mm
41 mm
28 mm
35 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for light, responsive cushioning
DNA Gold PEBA midsole with Pebax perimeter plate
Light and nimble with moderate cushioning
Springy and stable super-shoe ride
Grip & protection
ASICSGRIP rubber for traction on technical terrain
Vibram® Megagrip Elite
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Perimeter plate for stability and protection
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Vibram® Megagrip Elite rubber
Upper & fit
Engineered woven upper with tongue wings for midfoot lockdown
MATRYX® woven upper
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Removable sockliner
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Secure race fit with gusseted tongue
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