Merrell Agility Peak 5

The Merrell Agility Peak 5 is a lightweight trail running shoe with Vibram® MegaGrip, FloatPro™ cushioning, and advanced traction designed for technical trail runners.

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$160

Cheaper than 54% of shoes · category average ≈ $167

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Key specs

Weight: 300 g
Drop: 6 mm
Heel Stack: 31 mm
Forefoot Stack: 25 mm

Best for: Trail running, ultra-distances, rugged off-road routes

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

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Strengths

Grip

Weak points

Cushioning

Cushioning
31 mm
Lightness
300 g
Grip
5 mmTop 13%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
Affordability
$160

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

$160

2024

300 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Technical trails, varied surfaces

Trail running, ultra-distances, rugged off-road routes

Cushioning

6 mm

31 mm

25 mm

FloatPro™ foam for lightweight, enduring cushioning

Grip & protection

Vibram® MegaGrip rubber for superior wet & dry traction

Rock plate underfoot and abrasion-resistant toe cap

Upper & fit

Breathable engineered mesh and TPU

50% recycled EVA foam with recycled mesh cover

Traditional lace closure with recycled laces and gaiter D-Ring

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On the terrain

How Merrell Agility Peak 5 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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Merrell Agility Peak 5							64

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Merrell Agility Peak 554

Cushioning24/40
Lightness13/35
Smooth roll17/25

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The Merrell Agility Peak 5 was released in 2024.

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$160Score 88+12

Better than Merrell Agility Peak 5 at:

A higher overall score (88 vs 76)
More cushioning (42 vs 31 mm heel stack)
A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)

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INOV-8 Mudtalon Zero V2

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$160Score 87+11

Better than Merrell Agility Peak 5 at:

A higher overall score (87 vs 76)
A lighter option (58 g less)
A lower drop (0 vs 6 mm)

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Asics Blazeblast

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$160Score 86+10

Better than Merrell Agility Peak 5 at:

A higher overall score (86 vs 76)
A lighter option (48 g less)
More cushioning (43 vs 31 mm heel stack)

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Popular Comparisons

Compare the Merrell Agility Peak 5 with other top trail running shoes from leading brands, including Merrell for the ultimate trail running experience.

Shoes

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 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

Strengths

Grip

Weak points

Cushioning

Cushioning
31 mm
Lightness
300 g
Grip
5 mmTop 13%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
6 mm
Affordability
$160

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Merrell Agility Peak 5

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