Asics Blazeblast vs Asics Trabuco 14

Asics Blazeblast

€159.95

Asics Trabuco 14

€143.95

Quick verdict

Asics Blazeblast

€159.95

The better pick if you want:

A lighter option (26 g less)
More cushioning (43 vs 36 mm heel stack)

Asics Trabuco 14

€143.95

The better pick if you want:

Deeper lugs for grip (4 vs 2.5 mm)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 173 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

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Asics Blazeblast· leads in 2

CushioningLightness

Asics Trabuco 14· leads in 1

Grip

Tied

Affordability

Cushioning
43 mmTop 3%
36 mmTop 35%
Lightness
252 gTop 12%
278 gTop 36%
Grip
2.5 mm
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
8 mm
8 mm
Affordability
$160
$160

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Asics Blazeblast vs Asics Trabuco 14

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Essentials

€159.95

€143.95

August 2026

2026

252 g

278 g

Overview

Road-to-Trail Running Shoe

Trail Running Shoe

Road, gravel paths and light trails

All-terrain trails, including rocky and uneven surfaces

Mixed road and trail runs, gravel and park trails

Trail running, long-distance off-road running and hiking on mixed terrain

Cushioning

8 mm

43 mm

36 mm

35 mm

28 mm

FF BLAST MAX foam with a forefoot trampoline pod for energetic toe-offs

FF BLAST MAX foam with integrated rock protection plate

High, soft and bouncy cushioning

Moderate to high cushioning for long-distance comfort

Grip & protection

Hybrid ASICSGRIP rubber with 2.5 mm lugs for road and trail

ASICSGRIP rubber for traction on wet and dry surfaces

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Rock protection plate and reinforced toe cap

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ASICSGRIP outsole for grip on varied terrain

Upper & fit

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Jacquard mesh for breathability and durability

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Dope-dyed sockliner

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Traditional laces, gaiter-compatible

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On the terrain

How Asics Blazeblast vs Asics Trabuco 14 should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a ground							Average
Asics Blazeblast							46
Asics Trabuco 14							55

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Asics Blazeblast91

Cushioning40/40
Lightness26/35
Smooth roll25/25

Asics Trabuco 1477

Cushioning33/40
Lightness19/35
Smooth roll25/25

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For value comparison: The Asics Blazeblast ($160) provides premium features compared to the Asics Trabuco 14 ($160). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.