Further Thoughts Regarding Asics Trail Shoes

Very quick thoughts on the two Asics trail shoes I own.

As preparations for an ultra-Ragnar race are underway (https://www.runragnar.com/event-detail/trail/los_coyotes_) with three friends for this holiday weekend, I am reminded again of the need to compare trail running shoes. 

Since my last post on the two different models of Asics trail shoes, I have had the pleasure of wearing each for over 300 miles and under different conditions.

ASICS Gel Venture Five

The Gel Venture 5 is likely to come out my favorite. These shoes shed mud almost immediately, are superbly comfortable and have decent grip in rocky terrain.

Asics Fuji Trabuco 4

My only gripe about the Fuji Trabuco 4 was that mud balled up on the heal much like when snow sticks to the bottom of telemark skis when they haven’t been properly waxed and spring conditions prevail, but I digress.  I’m sure there will be plenty to say about ski gear and conditions this winter. Perhaps as a result of their tread pattern.

Fuji Trabuco 4on the left and Gel Venture Five on the right

This weekend is 120 miles of shared “fun” commiseration and endurance at Los Coyotes Native American Reservation. Four of us will divide the task and spend 24 hours with probably no more than 3 hours sleep. We will run varied terrain and my intention is to wear both these shoes at least once. Yes, I plan on taking my mainstays also, Salomon Sense Pro and Salomon Speed Cross 3.  Yes, a gal can’t take enough shoes. What can I say?  At least I didn’t pack all of them (see post dated 8/9/16 ASICS Trail Shoe Review.

Can’t wait for the event and the chance to review a race at a new venue.