Asics meta fuji trail 1

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Asics meta fuji trail 1

Price

400

Rating

High

Popularity

Low

The Asics Meta Fuji Trail 1 is a high-performance trail running shoe designed for rugged terrains, positioned as a premium offering above other Asics trail models like the GEL-FujiTrabuco in terms of technology and price.

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Asics meta fuji trail
3 colorways

Colorway: Cool Matcha/Black

Widths available: normal

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Summary

The Asics Meta Fuji Trail 1 is a premier trail running shoe designed for avid trail runners who need a combination of durability, stability, and comfort in rugged terrains. This shoe stands out in Asics's lineup as a specialized trail option, featuring a robust construction with enhanced grip and protection compared to road running models. It integrates advanced cushioning and responsive technologies to ensure performance during long-distance trail runs. Positioned above traditional models in the trail category, the Meta Fuji Trail 1 is suited for serious runners looking for high-performance in challenging environments, distinguishing itself from Asics's well-known road-focused series such as the Gel-Nimbus or Kayano by offering superior traction and support for off-road adventures.

Surface

trail

Cushioning

MinLowMediumHighMax(42.5mm)

Category

ResponsiveBalancedComfort

Breathability

LowMediumHigh(galaxia upper upper)

Weight

260g

Heel-to-Toe Drop

5mm0mm14mm

Support

NeutralLightHigh

Width options

normal

Grip

LowMediumHighMax(medium density, 3.5mm lugs) - ASICSGRIP rubber

Suitability

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Most Mentioned Pros

Most Mentioned Cons

responsiveness (2)
energy return (1)
ride quality (1)
long-distance comfort (1)
lightweight (1)
cushioning (1)
bounce (1)
plushness (1)
Pros
"It offers unmatched cushioning through the incorporation of FF turbo technology."
FF turbo technology
responsive cushioning
energy return
"The shoe ensures comfort during runs with its FF blast plus cushioning."
softer landing
responsive toe off
comfort
"Its Light Strike Pro midsole enhances comfort and speed during long-distance runs."
long-distance
premium cushioning
energy return
"Topo Ultra Venture 4 is designed for long-lasting comfort with its zip foam midsole."
zip foam
lightweight
comfort
"The ASICS METAFUJI TRAIL provides a highly responsive ride with a snappy toe-off and cushioned landings."
responsive
comfortable
midfoot strike
"The ASICS Metafuji Trail excels in providing a responsive and cushioned ride, ideal for fast trail racing."
responsive
cushioning
energy return
"The midsole offers a cushioned ride, making it ideal for midfoot strikers."
midfoot strike
cushioned ride
foam
"The FF TURBO foam ensures a soft yet bouncy ride, enhancing comfort during runs."
FF TURBO foam
soft ride
impact absorption
"The shoe provides excellent cushioning that supports long-distance running comfortably."
cushioning
long distance
comfort
"The shoe features a massive stack height, providing ample cushioning."
cushioning
high stack
protection
"The forefoot cushioning is described as unparalleled, offering a unique feeling during runs."
forefoot
cushioning
"The dual-density midsole setup offers a balance of springiness and stability, enhancing the ride experience."
springy
stable
cushioning
Cons
"The shoe may not provide sufficient cushioning on very rugged terrains."
cushioning
comfort
breathability
"The cushioning may not meet the needs of all runners, especially over ultra distances."
cushioning
ultra
performance

breathability (4)
freshness (1)
long runs (1)
fit (1)
lace management (1)
upper (1)
break-in (1)
firmness (1)
Pros
"The Hoka Speed Goat 6 is known for its lightweight yet robust design, ideal for technical trails."
lightweight
breathability
comfort
"The shoe's lightweight and breathable upper allows for quick drainage, enhancing comfort during wet conditions."
lightweight
breathable
quick drainage
"The upper is made from a lightweight technical mesh that enhances breathability during runs, keeping feet cool."
mesh upper
lightweight
breathable
cool feet
"The upper is designed to be airy and breathable, contributing to overall comfort."
breathable
comfort
"The shoe's antimicrobial insoles offer long-term freshness, making it ideal for extended runs."
antimicrobial
freshness
long-term
"The shoe maintains excellent comfort for long runs without causing rubbing or irritation."
long-lasting comfort
no rubbing
multiple hours
"Comfort levels in the shoe are top-notch, providing a soft and pleasant fit."
soft
comfortable
pleasant
"The lacing system includes well-placed bolsters to prevent lace bite, improving the overall user experience."
lace management
no lace bite
"The Metafuji Trail features a comfortable and lightweight upper which enhances the overall experience."
lightweight
breathability
comfortable
Cons
"Requires a break-in period to adapt to the outsole and cushioning."
break-in
comfort
"The shoe feels a bit too firm and stiff for prolonged use, which can be uncomfortable for long-distance running."
firm
stiff
discomfort
"The upper material is stiff, which may lead to discomfort against the skin surfaces without socks."
abrasive
stiff
sock requirement

material quality (1)
wear (1)
weight (1)
high durability (1)
abrasion (1)
Pros
"The Salomon Vision shoe uses high-performance textile for enhanced durability."
durable
breathable
Kevlar
"The durability of the shoe is noteworthy, promising to withstand extensive wear."
long-lasting
value
quality
"The shoe is impressively lightweight for a trail shoe, which is beneficial for speed."
lightweight
speed
"The shoe's outsole is extremely durable and shows no signs of wear even after multiple trail runs."
outsole
trail running
durable
Cons
"The upper material might not be durable enough for highly abrasive trails."
durability
abrasion
lightweight

race technology (1)
speed (1)
propulsion (1)
terrain (1)
lightweight (1)
aggressive (1)
versatile (1)
weight (1)
Pros
"The Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra combines race-winning technology for superior performance."
performance
innovation
durability
"The METAFUJI TRAIL excels on flat bike paths and gravel roads, delivering a 'pop' during runs."
speed
pop
flat surfaces
"The Asics Metafuji Trail provides a fast and propulsive ride on firmer terrains."
propulsive
fast
racing
"The shoe offers excellent propulsion on flat sections and gradual inclines due to its carbon plate."
carbon plate
flat sections
inclines
"The shoe performs admirably in various terrains, which is beneficial for trail running."
versatile
adaptable
trail running
"It is incredibly lightweight given its high stack, making it suitable for speed."
lightweight
speed
"The shoe provides an aggressive and fast ride thanks to its carbon plate and super foam composition."
carbon plate
fast ride
super foam
"The shoe demonstrates versatility, performing well on both roads and trails under specific conditions."
road/trail
versatility
performance
Cons
"The shoe's overall weight may not appeal to all runners looking for ultralight gear."
weight
performance
construction
"They are not suited for heel strikers, limiting versatility."
performance
mid foot
heel strike
"The shoes are not ideal for slow paces, hindering some runners' experience."
performance
pace
speed
"Not ideal for slower running paces due to performance restrictions."
performance
pace
"The carbon plate makes the shoe excessively rigid, reducing its comfort during slower paces."
stiff
slow paces
"The shoe lacks flexibility, making it challenging to adjust to varying trail conditions."
rigid
trail conditions

secure (2)
customization (1)
tongue design (1)
laces (1)
true-to-size (1)
toe room (1)
snugness (1)
loose (1)
Pros
"The shoe incorporates a quick lace system for a customized fit."
quick lace
snug fit
ease of use
"The design of the tongue is both comfortable and helps avoid rubbing, contributing to the overall fit."
comfort
tongue design
no rubbing
"The laces provide a precise fit and don't cause discomfort, contributing to a secure feel during runs."
precise fit
comfortable laces
secure feel
"The design of the shoe allows for a true-to-size fit, catering well to those who prefer snug shoes."
true-to-size
snug fit
average toe box
"The roomy toe box allows for natural toe splay, improving long-distance comfort."
toe box
splay
long distance comfort
"The fit of the shoe is just right, offering a snug but non-restrictive feel."
fit
secure
comfortable
"The shoe has a well-fitted and secure upper with ample forefoot width, which enhances comfort during runs."
fit
forefoot width
"The ASICS Metafuji Trail offers a secure and snug fit, ideal for runners seeking lockdown during trail races."
fit
secure
snug
Cons
"Some runners may find the fit not snug enough due to the dynamic Vamp construction."
fit
flexibility
movement
"The fit is narrow and may not accommodate larger feet comfortably."
fit
narrow
comfort
"The tongue of the shoe is short and flimsy, affecting lockdown."
fit
tongue
comfort
"The short tongue shifts during runs causing discomfort."
slipping
discomfort
"The laces loosen too quickly requiring constant adjustment."
constant adjustment
tighten
"Lace rail setup causes difficulties in tensioning laces effectively."
lacing
setup
"Short tongue design may cause lace bite or discomfort."
tongue length
lace bite

instability (2)
heel (2)
adaptation (1)
confidence (1)
ankle support (1)
stack height (1)
upper structure (1)
technical (1)
Pros
"Despite being high-stacked, the cushioning helps improve stability over time as one adapts to it."
stability over time
high stack
applying force
"Stability is enhanced, contributing to confidence when making quick turns or adjustments."
secure
adjustments
trail
Cons
"The high stack height may cause instability on technical terrain."
stability
technical terrain
performance
"The shoe feels unstable on rocky or uneven ground."
rocky
uneven ground
"The shoes require strong ankles to prevent twisting on rugged terrain."
stability
ankle
performance
"High stack height cushioning affects stability."
speed
narrow heel
"The upper lacks structure and support for challenging terrain."
lack of support
flexible
"Unstable under the heel may pose issues for heel-strikers."
instability
heel-strike
"The shoe has an unstable heel and midfoot, making it less suitable for uneven terrain."
instability
wobble
downhill
soft surfaces
"The shoe is unstable on technical trails."
technical trails
instability
"The shoe feels wobbly on uneven terrain."
unstable
downhill
"The narrow midfoot and heel contribute to instability, particularly on uneven terrain."
narrow
instability
uneven terrain

traction (2)
stability (1)
surface adaptability (1)
wet (1)
wet conditions (1)
mud traction (1)
lug design (1)
mud (1)
Pros
"The Continental rubber outsole ensures safety with excellent grip in various conditions."
grip
wet conditions
durability
"The shoe features a unique V-shaped lug pattern that provides excellent grip on various surfaces."
V-shaped lugs
excellent grip
variety of surfaces
"The grip on the outsole provides a reliable hold on slippery surfaces."
slippery surfaces
confidence
reliable
"The lugs on the outsole provide surprisingly good traction, even in wet conditions."
traction
wet conditions
"It has good grip on harder ground, making it suitable for various terrains."
grip
hard ground
stability
"The ASICS Metafuji Trail features solid traction on smoother trails and gravel, making it suitable for various terrains."
sticky traction
gravel
smoother terrain
"It provides excellent traction with its Vibram Megagrip outsole, ensuring stability on uneven terrains."
traction
stability
uneven terrain
"The Vibram XS Trek Evo outsole provides significant stability on various surfaces."
Vibram
traction
surface adaptability
Cons
"Traction could be insufficient in extremely muddy or wet conditions."
grip
wet traction
stability
"The shoes lose grip on wet wooden bridges or muddy trails."
grip
wet conditions
traction
"The outsole can collect mud, making it slick."
grip
mud
traction
"The outsole lugs are ineffective on technical terrain."
technical terrain
slippery
muddy
"Spacing of lugs is inadequate for traction on diverse terrains."
lug spacing
traction
"The traction lugs are not large enough, leading to poor performance on softer, muddy surfaces."
muddy terrain
shallow lugs
poor grip
"The grip is lacking on muddy ground."
muddy ground
traction
"The outsole lacks traction on softer trails."
soft trails
traction

sustainability (1)
design (1)
rock protection (1)
aesthetics (1)
lightweight (1)
cost (1)
price (1)
value (1)
Pros
"The A6 Meta Fuji Trail shoe is sustainably designed with a focus on eco-friendly materials."
eco-friendly
recycled materials
carbon reduction
"The elastic loop to stow laces is a thoughtful design touch that prevents laces from getting in the way."
lace storage
design feature
"The shoe provides good protection against rocks underfoot, which is important for trail running."
rock protection
"The shoe has a visually striking design which adds to its appeal."
style
visual appeal
"It is lightweight for a trail shoe, facilitating quicker transition during runs."
lightweight
mixed material
Cons
"The pricing may be prohibitive for some runners looking for budget-friendly options."
price
budget
value
"The shoe is expensive compared to other options."
expensive
cost
"The relatively high price point of the shoe may not justify its performance limitations."
high price
limited performance

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