Side by side comparison: Altra Timp 5 vs ASICS Gel-Trabuco Max 5
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2024
Price Judgment
Strong Buy
Phasing Out
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Excellent grip
Stable ride
Durable outsole
Firm ride
Less flexible
Toe box narrower than past
Specs
| Best for | 5:30-7:30 min/km |
| Drop | 0 mm |
| Stack | 29 mm heel / 29 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 269 g |
| Terrain | light_trail |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Stable, grippy zero-drop trail shoe excelling in comfort and durability for long runs.
Product Judgment
Solid
released 2026
Price Judgment
Unjustified
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Outstanding stability
Highly durable outsole
Protective cushioning
Firm, muted ride
Heavy for category
Weak on technical terrain
Specs
| Best for | 5:30-7:30 min/km |
| Drop | 5 mm |
| Stack | 40 mm heel / 35 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 264 g |
| Terrain | light_trail |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Max-cushioned, ultra-stable trail trainer excelling on long, rolling runs but limited on technical terrain.
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