Energy savings are an important component for trail runners traversing across long distances, which is why Asics applied Guidesole technology to the Trabuco Max trail shoe. This trail running shoe provides improved cushioning and traction while allowing runners to cover more terrain with less effort. Guidesole technology is a sole construction that consists of a responsive toe spring that's scientifically proven to save energy over the long run. Thanks to the reduced load placed on the limbs from foot-strike to toe-off, this technology gives trail runners more potential to run further since they'll use less energy to cover the same distance. Traction is a necessary component for running off-road, which is why they have incorporated Asicsgrip technology in the outsole. This rubber compound is functional for providing traction, especially amongst wet and slippery conditions. Incorporated into the Asicsgrip outsole, Asics applied an uphill and downhill lug pattern for improved agility when navigating varying topography. Adding 28mm of Flytefoam technology under the heel and 23mm under the forefoot, this shoe provides excellent cushioning for runners that are out on the trail for hours at a time. Because of the high stack height, stones and roots will be better absorbed by the midsole. The combination of a smooth forward rolling motion, improved cushioning, and better traction makes the Trabuco Max shoe a great training partner for a variety of trail running workouts.