Asics Gel Trabuco 13

The 2010s Asics Gel Trabuco 13 has finally made its transition to Solyte. To meet the needs of its more enthusiast runners, it has become a more technical trail shoe with a new lug system for better up/down hill traction, with a slight drop in mid-sole height... resulting a lighter, closer to terrain, responsive trail shoe. Will all the usual trail essential protection from elements and great upper fit, the latest incarnation of Trabuco will be a great addition to runner looking for a supreme supportive protective trail shoe. (Updated Model : Asics Gel Trabuco 14)

MSRP : US$90
Weight : 13.1 oz / 371 gm
Predecessor : Gel Trabuco 12
Product Cycle : RY.2010.→DY.2011.Jun.
Features : Solyte®, Gel® Cushioning System, DuoMax®, Trusstic System™, Trail specific upper, PHF, Lace pocket, ComforDry™ Sockliner, Solyte 55 last, AHAR+, DuraSponge, Rock protection plate, AHAR+ heel, Wet Grip®

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A daily "Moderate Supportive" high milage trail trainer with moderate features.

History : Gel Trabuco Series : Trabuco 13('10), Trabuco 12('09), Trabuco 11('08), Trabuco 10~1

AHAR+ : A thinner and lighter version of Asics High Abrasion Resistance rubber. It is placed on the impact area of the outsole to reduce excessive wear.

DuoMax® : Medial Post : Ensures that the shoe maintains proper support for the foot during the critical transition from heel strike to toe-off.

ComforDry Sockliner® : Made from an anti-bacterial material that not only reduces odor and moisture but also provides additional cushioning.

Gel® : Cushioning Systems : Provides maximum rearfoot and forefoot shock attenuation.

Protection Plate : Protects the foot from sharp objects such as rocks and branches.

PHF™ : Personal Heel Fit System : Moulds and customises itself to the individual heel shape of the wearer.

Solyte™ : Midsole Material : Asics midsole material Solyte is a durable advanced co-polymer that is lighter than standard EVA and Asics
SpEVA®.

SpEVA™ 55 Last : On top of the inner rear portion of the shoe, it has a medium density to deliver a moderately soft feel under the foot.

Trusstic™ System : Links the rear foot and forefoot and stabilities the midfoot.

Wet Grip® : A specialized blend of compounds designed to enhance traction.