Asics
Better than Asics Trabuco Max 5 at:
- A higher overall score (91 vs 75)
- A lighter option (60 g less)
- More cushioning (43 vs 38.5 mm heel stack)

Asics Trabuco Max 5
$180
The better pick if you want:
Craft Vild 1
$179.95
The better pick if you want:
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…).
Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest
Asics Trabuco Max 5· leads in 1
Craft Vild 1· leads in 1
Tied
Cushioning
Lightness
Grip
Drophigher isn't better or worse
Affordability
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Compare features between Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Craft Vild 1
How Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Craft Vild 1 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.
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Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.
Estimated: no data on lug depth, assumed average.
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For value comparison: The Asics Trabuco Max 5 ($180) provides premium features compared to the Craft Vild 1 ($179.95). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.
Both came out in 2026.
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