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Asics METAFUJI TRAIL 2
Asics
$250Score 51
Better than Asics METAFUJI TRAIL at:
- A lighter option (35 g less)
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL
$250
Asics Trabuco Max 5
$180
Quick verdict
Asics METAFUJI TRAIL
$250
The better pick if you want:
- A higher overall score (51 vs 33)
- A lighter option (10 g less)
- More cushioning (44 vs 38.5 mm heel stack)
Asics Trabuco Max 5
$180
The better pick if you want:
- To spend $70 less
- Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.7 mm)
Spec profile
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Asics METAFUJI TRAIL· leads in 2
CushioningLightness
Asics Trabuco Max 5· leads in 2
GripAffordability
Cushioning
44 mmTop 1%39 mmTop 15%Lightness
290 g300 gGrip
2.7 mm3.5 mmDrophigher isn't better or worse
5 mm5 mmAffordability
$250$180
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics METAFUJI TRAIL vs Asics Trabuco Max 5
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Essentials
250 $
180 $
290 g
300 g
Overview
Trail Running Shoe
Max Cushion Trail Running Shoe
technical trails, forest paths, uneven terrain
Light to moderate trails, gravel and forest paths
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Long trail runs and ultra training on light to moderate terrain
Cushioning
5 mm
5 mm
44 mm
38.5 mm
39 mm
33.5 mm
GEL cushioning with FlyteFoam™ Propel technology
FF BLAST PLUS foam for maximum, energetic cushioning
Moderate cushioning with responsive ride
Maximum cushioning for long runs
Grip & protection
AHAR™ rubber with aggressive lugs for traction
ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for off-road traction
Toe cap reinforcement and lateral support
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Upper & fit
Breathable engineered mesh with synthetic overlays
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Removable cushioned sockliner
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Which offers better value: Asics METAFUJI TRAIL vs Asics Trabuco Max 5?
For value comparison: The Asics METAFUJI TRAIL ($250) provides premium features compared to the Asics Trabuco Max 5 ($180). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
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Better than Asics METAFUJI TRAIL at:
- A lighter option (21 g less)
- Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.7 mm)
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$270+$20Score 56+5
Better than Asics METAFUJI TRAIL at:
- A higher overall score (56 vs 51)
- A lighter option (15 g less)
- Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.7 mm)
