5 Best Trail Running Shoes

By: Rachael Gerkensmeyer

Break Studios Contributing Writer

Here is a list of the 5 best trail running shoes, because it can be tough to find shoes that will actually support your feet and won’t fall apart after just a few runs on your favorite trails. These are the best trail running shoes out there. Check it out:

  1. Adidas Kanadia Trail Running Shoes. These are sporty, affordable and reliable which is why they’ve topped the list of the best trail running shoes on the market. The heel was designed to absorb extra support while running, which makes the experience that much nicer.

  2. Salomon’s XT Wings Trail Running Shoes. You will find these refreshing with their breathable mesh sides and comfy rubber soles. A polyester lining provides moisture wicking to keep your feet dry and cool.

  3. New Balance MT572 Trail Running Shoes. These shoes provide a soft cushiony foam layer inside, called N-Fuse technology, designed to provide plenty of support from toe to heal while on your run. Synthetic and mesh, these are affordable and good looking.

  4. ASICS GT-2150 Trail Running Shoes. The mid soles were made out of DuoMax, which helps to maintain stability in the mid foot, to help navigate those tough trail turns and bumps. The Comfordry sockliner will keep your feet from getting too sweaty and this alone deserves a spot on our list of the best trail running shoes.

  5. Vasque Blur SL Trail Running Shoes. And last but not least on the list of the best trail running shoes, these ones feature a molded EVA midsole to help conform the shoe to your particular feet. And the reflective trim will keep you in sight of everyone and everything around.

Posted on: Aug. 26, 2010