Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

Navigate the trails with less effort. The men's ASICS Trabuco Max 4 trail-running shoes have cushioned midsoles for cloudlike comfort and GUIDESOLE™ technology to help you roll through your stride.
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View all ASICS Men's Trail-Running ShoesBest Use | Trail Running |
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Trail-Running Shoe Type | Rugged-Trail |
Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 5 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 41 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 36 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | Synthetic textile/polyester mesh |
Lining | Polyester |
Midsole | FF BLAST PLUS ECO |
Outsole | ASICSGRIP rubber |
Rock Plate | No |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 5.9 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Contains recycled materials |
7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | |
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U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
UK | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 12 | ||||
EU | 40 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50.5 |
Foot Length (in.) | 9.9 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.1 | 11.2 | 11.4 | 11.6 | 11.8 | 12 | 12.2 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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Fantastic trail running shoe. I feel like I can run forever! I haven’t ran on too many technical trails but this offers comfort perfect for long distance and great traction. I love it and would recommend to any trail runner looking to put into some miles. My only complaint is I feel like they run a little smaller than other asics running shoes. My true size is 11.5 I went up to a size 12 and it still feels like an 11.5. I wish I would have went up a full size or maybe even a full size and a half. Other than that I love them. I just use the heel lock every time and haven’t had any issues.
Great shoe overall but it ran a little smaller than previous Asics I've used. Could use a wider toe box.
I got into ASICS for running with the Superblast 2 and was recently in the market for a shoe for lesser technical trails and wanted something with max cushion. These fit the bill nicely. Roomy, plush, and well cushioned like I wanted. Perfect support for casual hikes and trail running and work perfectly with my custom orthotics. The break in period for me was pretty quick as well.
Was seeking high cushion trail runners for long efforts. They appeared to have the best grip of the 3 finalists I tested. So far they've been a dream. About 60mi running on them with an 18mi long effort. No need for a skid plate. They're incredible protective even here on Colorado's rugged trails and I haven't had a single significant ankle twist scare even with the higher stack height.
Great shoe for absorbing terrain like a monster truck while feeling incredibly light on the feet. Lots of cushion and energy return without the bounciness or instability I’ve found with other taller stack shoes. Had no issues with traction in mud or on wet rocky surfaces.
I love these shoes! My wife also just got a pair. We treated them out of the box on a 7 mile trail with at least 8 stream crossings. They were super comfortable and drained well. We both thought the comfort, grip, and look were all superior!
Wide toe box and true to size. Comfort is beyond belief. Smooths out rough roads and less technical trails. Would not use on rough terrain as the tactile feel is a bit comprised by such a high stack height. Overall an amazing shoe.
I loved the 2 hated the three but the 4 is a better shoe than even the Trabuco 2! The 4 has a more firm feel, ran 10.5 miles in the rain on uneven grassy terrain and they performed perfectly! Keep this shoe in production!!
Really liked the 2, but 3 was just ok. This version is the best yet. Responsive ride, fine on pavement and great grip. Not necessarily for the most technical trails but should be really good for a variety of conditions.
I have many pair of ascics, I got these because I wanted the extra cushion. They look great, and fit pretty good, but they are a bit tight through the toes.