Asics Metafuji Trail 2
The ASICS Metafuji Trail 2 is a premium, carbon-plated trail racer aimed at ultrarunners chasing faster times with a light, cushioned, propulsive ride.
- Terrain
- trail
- Primary use
- Medium trail race
- Races
- Ultra, 50K+
- Also good for
- Short trail race, Trail long run, Daily trail training
- Cushion
- high
- Stability
- neutral
- Weight
- 255g
- Drop
- 5mm
- Stack
- not published
- Plate
- carbon
- Midsole
- FF LEAP and FF BLAST PLUS foam
- Outsole
- ASICSGRIP rubber
- Upper
- Engineered woven upper
- Widths
- standard
ASICS positions the Metafuji Trail 2 as a race-day ultra weapon, pairing dual FF LEAP and FF BLAST PLUS foams with a full-length X-shaped carbon plate for energy return and stability over rough ground. At 255g with a 5mm drop and high cushioning, it targets efficient long-distance trail racing rather than casual daily miles. Independent testing is not available here, so ride firmness, real-world traction depth, and durability remain unverified.
Manufacturer describes a lightweight, propulsive ride blending cloud-like FF BLAST PLUS with explosive FF LEAP energy return and a carbon plate for stability over roots and rocks; independent firmness assessment is unavailable.
Features a streamlined ankle collar, speed laces, and an integrated lace pocket for a secure, locked-in fit; offered in standard width only with no wide option noted.
Experienced ultra and long-distance trail racers wanting a light, plated, cushioned shoe for faster efforts on varied terrain.
You want a budget option, need documented technical-terrain grip and lug depth, prefer a plate-free flexible ride, or need wide widths.