Asics Sonoma 8
$120

The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
$170
Why is The North Face Altamesa 500 v2 better than Asics Sonoma 8?
Technical Specifications
Compare features between Asics Sonoma 8 vs The North Face Altamesa 500 v2
Feature | Asics Sonoma 8 | The North Face Altamesa 500 v2 |
|---|---|---|
120 $ | 170 $ BEST | |
N/A | 278 g | |
Trail Running Shoe | Trail Running Shoe | |
Light to moderate trails, dirt paths and wet conditions | mixed and wet trails | |
8 mm BEST | 6 mm | |
N/A | 44 mm | |
N/A | 38 mm | |
AMPLIFOAM cushioning with rearfoot GEL technology for shock absorption | Nitrogen-infused TPU midsole | |
Durable rubber outsole with trail-specific lug pattern for grip | SURFACE CTRL™ rubber outsole | |
N/A | Engineered mesh upper | |
N/A | Removable sockliner | |
N/A | Traditional lacing | |
N/A | High-stack underfoot protection | |
N/A | Improved lugs for wet trails | |
N/A | Max cushioning for long runs | |
Trail running, hiking and outdoor activities in wet or variable conditions | Long trail runs and ultras | |
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