Side by side comparison: ASICS Gel-Trabuco 13 vs ASICS Gel-Trabuco Max 4
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2025
Price Judgment
Strong Buy
Phasing Out
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Excellent stability
High durability
Strong protection
Bulky, rigid ride
Limited agility
Restrictive toe box for wide feet
Specs
| Best for | 6:00–8:30 min/km |
| Drop | 8 mm |
| Stack | 34 mm heel / 26 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 288–293 g |
| Terrain | technical_trail |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | Rock_plate |
Judgment Summary
A strong, stability-focused technical trail shoe excelling in protection and durability for rugged runs.
Where to Buy
Product Judgment
Solid
released 2024
Price Judgment
Reasonable
Phasing Out
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Outstanding stability
Maximal cushioning
Secure, comfortable upper
Heavy and stiff
Limited technical traction
Narrow, low toebox
Specs
| Best for | 5:30–7:30 min/km |
| Drop | 5 mm |
| Stack | 40 mm heel / 35 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 312 g |
| Terrain | light_trail |
| Width | Medium |
| Pronation | Neutral |
| Season | All seasons |
| Plate | no |
Judgment Summary
Max-cushion trail shoe excelling on smooth trails; strong stability, but limited technical versatility.