Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs LOWA Fortux

Asics Trabuco Max 5

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180
LOWA Fortux

LOWA Fortux

$161

Quick verdict

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (33 vs 28)
  • More cushioning (38.5 vs 32.5 mm heel stack)

LOWA Fortux

$161

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $19 less
  • A lighter option (40 g less)
  • Deeper lugs for grip (4.5 vs 3.5 mm)

Spec profile

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Asics Trabuco Max 5· leads in 1

Cushioning

LOWA Fortux· leads in 3

LightnessGripAffordability
  • Cushioning

    39 mmTop 15%
    33 mm
  • Lightness

    300 g
    260 gTop 18%
  • Grip

    3.5 mm
    4.5 mmTop 24%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $161

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

180 $
161 $
300 g
260 g

Overview

Max Cushion Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Light to moderate trails, gravel and forest paths
Technical trails and long-distance off-road routes
Long trail runs and ultra training on light to moderate terrain
Long-distance trail running and ultra-trail events

Cushioning

5 mm
6 mm
38.5 mm
32.5 mm
33.5 mm
26.5 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for maximum, energetic cushioning
LOWA® DYNAEVA® high-rebound EVA
Maximum cushioning for long runs
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Grip & protection

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for off-road traction
LOWA® TRAC® Ultra outsole for reliable traction
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