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Nike Pegasus Trail 5
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$140Score 23
Better than Asics Fuji Lite 7 at:
- More cushioning (37 vs 32 mm heel stack)
Asics Fuji Lite 7
$140
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
$160
Quick verdict
Asics Fuji Lite 7
$140
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $20 less
- A lighter option (65 g less)
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9
$160
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (28 vs 23)
- More cushioning (42 vs 32 mm heel stack)
- Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 4 mm)
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 2
LightnessAffordability
New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9· leads in 2
CushioningGrip
Cushioning
32 mm42 mmTop 5%Lightness
241 gTop 10%306 gGrip
4 mmTop 49%4.5 mmTop 24%Drophigher isn't better or worse
4 mm4 mmAffordability
$140Top 23%$160
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
140 $
160 $
241 g
306 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Technical trails and mixed off-road terrain
Trails and rugged terrain
Fast trail runs and races on technical terrain
Trail running, hiking, and outdoor adventure
Cushioning
4 mm
4 mm
32 mm
42 mm
28 mm
38 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for light, responsive cushioning
Dual-density Fresh Foam X: plush top layer for comfort, firmer bottom layer for stability
Light and nimble with moderate cushioning
High, plush stack for long days on the trail
Grip & protection
ASICSGRIP rubber for traction on technical terrain
Vibram® Megagrip with 4.5 mm Traction Lugs™ and micro-traction details
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Toe Protect layer against rocks, roots and debris
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Broader, deeper lugs for grip on wet and dry terrain
Upper & fit
Engineered woven upper with tongue wings for midfoot lockdown
Engineered mesh with protective overlays
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Gusseted tongue to keep out debris, traditional laces
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