Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Brooks Ghost Trail

Asics Trabuco Max 5

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180
Brooks Ghost Trail

Brooks Ghost Trail

$150

Quick verdict

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (33 vs 25)
  • A lower drop (5 vs 8 mm)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 3 mm)

Brooks Ghost Trail

$150

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $30 less
  • A lighter option (8 g less)

Spec profile

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Asics Trabuco Max 5· leads in 1

Grip

Brooks Ghost Trail· leads in 3

CushioningLightnessAffordability
  • Cushioning

    39 mmTop 15%
    40 mmTop 10%
  • Lightness

    300 g
    292 g
  • Grip

    3.5 mm
    3 mm
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    8 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $150Top 35%

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

180 $
150 $
300 g
292 g

Overview

Max Cushion Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Light to moderate trails, gravel and forest paths
Road, gravel paths, light trail
Long trail runs and ultra training on light to moderate terrain
Road-to-trail running, daily training, light trail use

Cushioning

5 mm
8 mm
38.5 mm
40 mm
33.5 mm
32 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for maximum, energetic cushioning
Nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 cushioning for soft, smooth transitions
Maximum cushioning for long runs
Soft, high-stack cushioning for daily training comfort

Grip & protection

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for off-road traction
TrailTack Green rubber with 3 mm lugs for wet and dry traction
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3D-printed toe cap and mudguard
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Low-profile 3 mm lugs for road-to-trail versatility

Upper & fit

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Soft, breathable air mesh with protective overlays
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Traditional laces, neutral fit with secure heel lockdown
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