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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
Merrell Morphlite
$110
Quick verdict
Asics Fuji Lite 7
$140
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (23 vs 15)
- More cushioning (32 vs 26.5 mm heel stack)
- A lower drop (4 vs 6.5 mm)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 3 mm)
Merrell Morphlite
$110
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $30 less
- A lighter option (26 g less)
Spec profile
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Asics Fuji Lite 7· leads in 2
CushioningGrip
Merrell Morphlite· leads in 2
LightnessAffordability
Cushioning
32 mm27 mmLightness
241 gTop 10%215 gTop 3%Grip
4 mmTop 49%3 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
4 mm6.5 mmAffordability
$140Top 23%$110Top 12%
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Fuji Lite 7 vs Merrell Morphlite
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Essentials
140 $
110 $
241 g
215 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Road-to-Trail Running Shoe
Technical trails and mixed off-road terrain
Road and light trails
Fast trail runs and races on technical terrain
Trail running, mixed terrain, road-to-trail runs
Cushioning
4 mm
6.5 mm
32 mm
26.5 mm
28 mm
20 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for light, responsive cushioning
FloatPro™ Foam for lightweight, durable cushioning
Light and nimble with moderate cushioning
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Grip & protection
ASICSGRIP rubber for traction on technical terrain
Merrell sticky rubber with dual lug pattern for traction on road and trail
Upper & fit
Engineered woven upper with tongue wings for midfoot lockdown
Jacquard with internal bootie for secure fit
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50% recycled EVA foam with recycled mesh cover
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Traditional lacing
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