ASICS Gel Trabuco 13 Reviews

The Trabuco 13 is very comfortable but too wide for them to get a proper lockdown.

A 93 kg runner found the Speedgoat too tight over the midfoot, but the Trabuco 13 fit like a dream and is super comfortable.

Two testers with roughly 35 and 40 km in them, mostly easy marathon-training runs on forest floor, grass, compacted mud and gravel plus some road commuting. They found it roomy and comfortable with a plush padded heel, a balance of cushioning and ground feel, and enough agility to pick up the pace. Grip was fine in the dry but weak in sloppy mud. It suits anyone wanting one do-it-all trail shoe.

Having owned the Trabuco 11, 12 and 13, they rate the 13 the best by far for comfort.

First run in the Trabuco 13: very grippy and secure on rocky descents and mud, perfect firm cushioning, no hot spots; sized up half.

One of her two favorite trail shoes: reliable and trustworthy on technical terrain, on steep power hikes and late in long runs. It's very durable, with lugs only just showing wear past 300 miles, and the wider forefoot keeps her blister-free.