The trail shoe market is now as wide and varied as that for road running shoes
With exciting new models hitting the shelves this summer, we take a look at some of the latest options for your next off-road adventure.
ASICS – Fujispeed 4 – £160.00
Built with lightweight performance in mind, the Fujispeed is a fast, propulsive off-road shoe. With a dual layer of FF Blast+ midsole foam sandwiching a PEBAX plate, the shoe feels fast and energised with a comfortably cushioned ride.
The plate creates the familiar toe-spring of many carbon road racers, but here it also contributes to off-road stability, being optimised for the contours of off-road running.
3.5mm lugs provide sufficient traction for fast-paced running, and the upper, while light and breathable, features neatly padded sections to create a plush environment, and protective overlays add durability.
ASICS – Fuji Lite 6 – £125.00
With a more minimalist design, the Fuji Lite takes on a lower-to-the-ground, connected feel with aggressive lugs for traction.
The FF Blast+ midsole provides a soft yet highly responsive ride but sitting lower makes it perfect for those wanting more of a naturally balanced ground feel.
A deep 4mm lug provides excellent grip on a variety of surfaces, and with a lightweight breathable mesh upper, even in the wet, the shoe performs very well. It’s a light, fast model that can go anywhere with speed and grip.
Brooks – Cascadia 19 – £135.00
Taking the DNA Loftv3 nitrogen-infused foam and placing it in a go-anywhere model transforms trail running. The soft and responsive cushioning gives the new Cascadia road shoe comfort with trail shoe control.
The shoe feels lighter, softer and nimbler than before, adapting to the trails with ease and making every stride a joy. The upper is a light, breathable mesh with rubberised overlays for durability and protection, which again makes the shoe soft and flexible on the foot.
The outsole traction is perfect for a variety of surfaces you might encounter on the trails and rounds of this versatile off-roader.
Saucony – Xodus Ultra 4 – £150.00
Maxed out cushioning designed for those long-haul adventures, the Xodus Ultra offers a deep stack of PWRRUN PB, Saucony’s soft, bouncy midsole foam encased in PWRRUN for a stable yet responsive feel.
The Vibram MegaGrip outsole provides rugged traction for any surface and means the…
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