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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
The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
$170
Quick verdict
Asics Fuji Lite 7
$140
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $30 less
- A lighter option (37 g less)
- A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)
The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
$170
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (30 vs 23)
- More cushioning (44 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 2
LightnessAffordability
The North Face Altamesa 500 v2· leads in 1
Cushioning
Tied
Grip
Cushioning
32 mm44 mmTop 1%Lightness
241 gTop 10%278 gTop 39%Grip
4 mmTop 49%4 mmTop 49%Drophigher isn't better or worse
4 mm6 mmAffordability
$140Top 23%$170
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Fuji Lite 7 vs The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
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Essentials
140 $
170 $
241 g
278 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Technical trails and mixed off-road terrain
mixed and wet trails
Fast trail runs and races on technical terrain
Long trail runs and ultras
Cushioning
4 mm
6 mm
32 mm
44 mm
28 mm
38 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for light, responsive cushioning
Nitrogen-infused TPU midsole
Light and nimble with moderate cushioning
Max cushioning for long runs
Grip & protection
ASICSGRIP rubber for traction on technical terrain
SURFACE CTRL™ rubber outsole
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High-stack underfoot protection
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Improved lugs for wet trails
Upper & fit
Engineered woven upper with tongue wings for midfoot lockdown
Engineered mesh upper
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Removable sockliner
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Traditional lacing
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For value comparison: The Asics Fuji Lite 7 ($140) offers better affordability compared to the The North Face Altamesa 500 v2 ($170). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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