The best ASICS trail running shoes in 2023

Iván Vila
Passionate about sports
Posted on 24-11-2023

We are about to end 2023, and it's time to look back and see the main novelties and releases of the Japanese brand ASICS, which has a wide range of trail running shoes adapted to all types of runners.

In RUNNEA we review the best trail running shoes from one of the leading brands. So, we get right into a selection of ASICS trail running shoes, with models that incorporate the latest technologies and materials on the market.

Best ASICS trail running shoes 2023:

That ASICS is a guarantee of quality in the trail running and running shoes segments internationally is nothing new. From RUNNEA we did not want to miss the opportunity to show you the most outstanding models of the Japanese company, some models that differ by the profile of runner to which they are addressed or the benefits with which they count, but all of them coincide in being great options to live unique experiences on the most demanding mountain terrain.

As promised, here is the list of the main trail running shoes of this 2023 from ASICS, models with different features for all types of runner profiles.

ASICS Fuji Speed 2

The ASICS Fuji Speed 2 is one of the great novelties or updates of this season in the range of ASICS trail running shoes. The new model represents a departure from the first version as it incorporates the carbon plate, among other outstanding technologies developed by the Japanese brand.

  • Surface: Trail
  • Technology: Carbon plate
  • Use: Mixed
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 5 mm
  • Pace: Medium
  • Weight: 210 gr

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25 TR

The ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25 TR is the "door to trail" version of the maximum cushioning training shoe par excellence of the Japanese brand. This model adapts, maintaining the essence of the ASICS Gel-Nimbus 25 but with an outsole adapted to run on forest tracks and trails away from the urban environment.

  • Surface: Trail
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: High
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 8 mm
  • Pace: Low, Medium
  • Weight: 302 gr

ASICS Fuji Lite 4

The ASICS Fuji Lite 4 is presented as one of the most versatile trail running shoes of the Japanese brand. This new version presents many new features compared to the previous version, maintaining the lightness and increasing the versatility of this model.

  • Surface: Trail
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 4 mm
  • Pace: Medium

ASICS Trabuco Terra 2

The new ASICS Trabuco Terra 2 is a trail running shoe that has a great value for money and is designed for new runners who are new to trail running and need a shoe with a sole that provides great traction and grip.

  • Surface: Trail
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 5 mm
  • Pace: Medium

ASICS Gel Sonoma 7

The ASICS Gel Sonoma 7 is one of the most popular trail running shoes among fans of the Japanese brand. Their versatility and comfort make them a very complete model for a wide range of trail runners and with a great value for money.

  • Surface: Trail
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 8 mm
  • Pace: Low

ASICS Gel Venture 9

The ASICS Gel Venture 9 is the latest update of one of the most acclaimed sagas by lovers of outdoor adventures. A model that stands as one of the best bets for those who are new to the exciting world of trail running and/or neutral runners looking to complete runs on uneven but easy terrain.

  • Surface: Trail
  • Use: Training
  • Cushion: Neutral
  • Running gait: Neutral
  • Drop: 10 mm
  • Pace: Low, Medium
  • Weight: 252 gr

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