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ASICS GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX vs Nike Downshifter 14

The ASICS GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX and Nike Downshifter 14 are both neutral road running shoes. The GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX is 0.6 oz lighter (12 oz vs 12.6 oz) and has a lower heel-to-toe drop (8 mm vs 10 mm). The Downshifter 14 costs about $150 less (from $49.97).

ASICS GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX

ASICS

GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX

4.4 (140)

$200

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Nike Downshifter 14

Nike

Downshifter 14

4.5 (58)

From $49.97

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Specs side by side

GEL-TRABUCO MT GTXDownshifter 14
Price $200 $49.97–$60.97
Rating 4.4 / 5 (140 reviews) 4.5 / 5 (58 reviews)
Weight 12 oz 12.6 oz
Heel-to-toe drop 8 mm 10 mm
Cushioning — Firm / responsive
Support Neutral Neutral
Surface Road, Trail Road
Available for Men & Women Men & Women

Specs and prices from ASICS and Nike, checked 2026-10-11. Weight is usually for a men's size 9–10.

Which should you get?

Get the GEL-TRABUCO MT GTX if…

  • you want the lighter shoe
  • you land on your midfoot or want a lower drop
  • you want the more widely reviewed shoe

Get the Downshifter 14 if…

  • you want to spend less
  • you land on your heel and like a higher drop

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