Side by side comparison: ASICS Gel-Trabuco Max 4 vs ASICS Gel-Trabuco Max 5
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.
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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