The GEL-TRABUCO™ 12 GTX trail running shoe combines protection and comfort for a grounded trail run. It's a great all-round trail running shoe and is designed so you can explore the trails without holding back. And thanks to its extra cushioning, you'll do so in comfort.
The shoe's FF BLAST™ foam ensures you experience comfortable landings, and its ASICSGRIP™ outsole provides extra grip during varying weather conditions. Plus, its rock protection plate helps shield your feet from the rocks and rugged terrain.
What makes the GEL-TRABUCO™ 12 GTX trail running shoe protective and comfortable?
- Integrated FF BLAST™ foam midsole for extra comfort and a soft landing to reduce the impact on your joints.
- ASICSGRIP™ outsole for extra grip during wet or dry conditions on your trails.
- Rock protection plate helps shield your feet from the rocks and rugged terrain.
What else makes the GEL-TRABUCO™ 12 GTX shoe a great choice?
This shoe is designed with your protection and comfort in mind - we’ve spent hours testing it at our Institute of Sport Science (ISS) in Japan. The GEL-TRABUCO™ 12 GTX trail running shoe includes additional technical features to support you during your runs, which you’ll find listed under ‘Tech & Features’ below.
Designed For Neutral Underpronation

Neutral
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Foot Type
Normal size arches -
Push Off
There is even distribution from the front of the foot. -
How your foot contacts the ground
The foot lands on outside of the heel, then rolls inward (pronates) to absorb shock and support body weight. -

Underpronation
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Foot Type
High arches -
Push Off
The pressure is on smaller toes on outside of foot. -
How your foot contacts the ground
The outer side of the heel hits the ground at an increased angle with little or no normal pronation, causing a large transmission of shock through the lower leg. -
- FF BLAST foamProvides lightweight, premium cushioning for added comfort.
- ASICSGRIP outsole rubberHelps runners experience better traction and durability, specifically on wet and dry trail surfaces.
- Rock protection plateFeatures a flexible design that helps shield feet from rocks and rugged terrain.
- GORE-TEX membrane designOffers protection against wet conditions and enhances both fit and breathability.
- Rearfoot GEL technologyImproves softness and shock absorption to reduce impact.
- Adaptive guidance systemHelps create a more stable running experience on varying terrain.
- Technical mesh upperImproves breathability to keep feet cool.
- Small reflective detailsHelps improve visibility during low-light conditions.
- Lace holderHelps keep the laces from coming untied.
- Designed with the environment in mind100% of the shoe’s upper is recycled. We've also used less water and reduced our carbon emissions while producing the shoe’s sockliner, and the insole, toe box, eyelet, tongue and collar lining are all made from recycled materials. Better for you, better for the environment.