1
Nike ACG Ultrafly 2
Nike
$260+$10Score 53+2
Better than Asics METAFUJI TRAIL at:
- A lighter option (21 g less)
- Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.7 mm)
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL
$250
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2
$250
Quick verdict
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL
$250
The better pick if you want:
- More cushioning (44 vs 41.5 mm heel stack)
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2
$250
The better pick if you want:
- A lighter option (35 g less)
Spec profile
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Cushioning
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2· leads in 2
LightnessGrip
Tied
Affordability
Cushioning
44 mmTop 1%42 mmTop 6%Lightness
290 g255 gTop 15%Grip
2.7 mm3.5 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm5 mmAffordability
$250$250
Technical Specifications
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Essentials
250 $
250 $
290 g
255 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Racing Shoe
technical trails, forest paths, uneven terrain
fast runnable trails, moderately technical mountain terrain
Cushioning
5 mm
5 mm
44 mm
41.5 mm
39 mm
36.5 mm
GEL cushioning with FlyteFoam™ Propel technology
FF Leap (A-TPU) top layer over FF Blast+ (EVA/OBC) with X-shaped carbon plate
Moderate cushioning with responsive ride
Highly responsive race-day ride, firm underfoot
Grip & protection
AHAR™ rubber with aggressive lugs for traction
ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs and generous lug spacing
Toe cap reinforcement and lateral support
Reinforced toe bumper, no rock plate beyond carbon plate
Upper & fit
Breathable engineered mesh with synthetic overlays
Knitted Motion Wrap with ultralight elastomeric yarn
Removable cushioned sockliner
Removable sockliner
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- A higher overall score (56 vs 51)
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