Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs Joma TR-9

Asics Trabuco Max 5

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180
Joma TR-9

Joma TR-9

$120

Quick verdict

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (33 vs 18)
  • More cushioning (38.5 vs 26 mm heel stack)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (3.5 vs 2.5 mm)

Joma TR-9

$120

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $60 less
  • A lighter option (85 g less)

Spec profile

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Asics Trabuco Max 5· leads in 2

CushioningGrip

Joma TR-9· leads in 2

LightnessAffordability
  • Cushioning

    39 mmTop 15%
    26 mm
  • Lightness

    300 g
    215 gTop 3%
  • Grip

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

    5 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $120Top 16%

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

180 $
120 $
300 g
215 g

Overview

Max Cushion Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Light to moderate trails, gravel and forest paths
Easy to moderate trails
Long trail runs and ultra training on light to moderate terrain
Trail running racing and short distance runs on easy terrain

Cushioning

5 mm
6 mm
38.5 mm
26 mm
33.5 mm
20 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for maximum, energetic cushioning
FLY REACTIVE cushioning with 6 mm drop
Maximum cushioning for long runs
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Grip & protection

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for off-road traction
DURABILITY rubber with short 2.5 mm studs for firm ground
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