Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Dynafit Ultra 100 V3

Asics Trabuco Max 5

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180
Dynafit Ultra 100 V3

Dynafit Ultra 100 V3

$179.95

Quick verdict

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180

The better pick if you want:

  • More cushioning (38.5 vs 34 mm heel stack)

Dynafit Ultra 100 V3

$179.95

The better pick if you want:

  • A lighter option (21 g less)

Spec profile

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Asics Trabuco Max 5· leads in 1

Cushioning

Dynafit Ultra 100 V3· leads in 2

LightnessGrip

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Affordability
  • Cushioning

    39 mmTop 15%
    34 mmTop 47%
  • Lightness

    300 g
    279 gTop 41%
  • Grip

    3.5 mm
    4 mmTop 49%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $180

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Dynafit Ultra 100 V3

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Essentials

180 $
179.95 $
300 g
279 g

Overview

Max Cushion Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Light to moderate trails, gravel and forest paths
Mountain trails and ultra distances
Long trail runs and ultra training on light to moderate terrain
Ultras and long mountain runs

Cushioning

5 mm
6 mm
38.5 mm
34 mm
33.5 mm
28 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for maximum, energetic cushioning
Supercritical SPEEDFOAM cushion
Maximum cushioning for long runs
Maximum cushioning and stability

Grip & protection

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for off-road traction
Vibram® Megagrip with Traction Lugs
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Stabilizing midsole design
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4 mm Vibram® Traction Lugs

Upper & fit

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Breathable knitted upper
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Removable sockliner
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Maximum volume fit, flat laces
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