Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Nike ACG Zegama Trail

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X

€180
Nike ACG Zegama Trail

Nike ACG Zegama Trail

€169.90

Quick verdict

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X

€180

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

Nike ACG Zegama Trail

€169.90

The better pick if you want:

  • A higher overall score (82 vs 77)
  • A lower drop (4 vs 6 mm)

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 173 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

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X· leads in none

Nike ACG Zegama Trail· leads in none

Tied

Affordability
  • Cushioning

    No data
    36 mmTop 35%
  • Lightness

    No data
    315 g
  • Grip

    No data
    5 mmTop 13%
  • Drophigher isn't better or worse

    6 mm
    4 mm
  • Affordability

    $180
    $180

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Nike ACG Zegama Trail

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Essentials

€180
€169.90
2024
April 2026
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315 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe
Trail Running Shoe
Gravel paths, mixed trails and road
technical trails and mountain terrain
Trail running, gravel runs, mixed terrain and road training in varied conditions
Long runs and ultras on technical trails

Cushioning

6 mm
4 mm
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36 mm
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32 mm
SuperC Foam™ nitrogen infused EVA for full cushioning and comfort
ZoomX foam over a Cushlon 3.0 foam base
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Plush ZoomX cushioning

Grip & protection

RB9X™ high-friction rubber compound non-studded traction
Rubber outsole with aggressive 5 mm lugs
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Rubber toe cap and stable dual-foam platform
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5 mm multidirectional lugs

Upper & fit

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Engineered mesh with protective overlays
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Removable sockliner
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Traditional lacing with padded collar
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On the terrain

How Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Nike ACG Zegama Trail 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.

Pick a groundAverage
Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X52
Nike ACG Zegama Trail58

FlatPacked, runnable trail

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

Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X63
  • Cushioning22/40
  • Lightness16/35
  • Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on stack height, lug depth, weight, assumed average.

Nike ACG Zegama Trail59
  • Cushioning33/40
  • Lightness9/35
  • Smooth roll17/25

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

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Visual Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X vs Nike ACG Zegama Trail?

For value comparison: The Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X ($180) provides premium features compared to the Nike ACG Zegama Trail ($180). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X or the Nike ACG Zegama Trail?

The Nike ACG Zegama Trail is newer: it came out in April 2026, and the Icebug Arcus 2 RB9X in 2024.

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