Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs NNormal Kjerag Brut

Asics Trabuco Max 5

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180
NNormal Kjerag Brut

NNormal Kjerag Brut

$200

Quick verdict

Asics Trabuco Max 5

$180

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $20 less
  • More cushioning (38.5 vs 28.5 mm heel stack)

NNormal Kjerag Brut

$200

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (38 vs 33)
  • A lighter option (70 g less)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 150 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

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Asics Trabuco Max 5· leads in 2

CushioningAffordability

NNormal Kjerag Brut· leads in 2

LightnessGrip
  • Cushioning

    39 mmTop 15%
    29 mm
  • Lightness

    300 g
    230 gTop 6%
  • Grip

    3.5 mm
    6.5 mmTop 2%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    5 mm
    6 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $200

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

180 $
200 $
300 g
230 g

Overview

Max Cushion Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Light to moderate trails, gravel and forest paths
Technical and muddy trails
Long trail runs and ultra training on light to moderate terrain
Technical trail running, muddy and variable conditions

Cushioning

5 mm
6 mm
38.5 mm
28.5 mm
33.5 mm
22.5 mm
FF BLAST PLUS foam for maximum, energetic cushioning
EExpure foam with Strobel EVA layer
Maximum cushioning for long runs
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Grip & protection

ASICSGRIP rubber with 3.5 mm lugs for off-road traction
Vibram® Megagrip Litebase with 6.5 mm lugs
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Which offers better value: Asics Trabuco Max 5 vs NNormal Kjerag Brut?

For value comparison: The Asics Trabuco Max 5 ($180) offers better affordability compared to the NNormal Kjerag Brut ($200). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

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