Trail running shoes

[RB Will]

Having torn a big hole in my current pair I am on the lookout for some new shoes to be used for running mainly off road, all surfaces from gravel through to sand and mud. Want something that grips well as they need to be able to anchor me and the dog

What do you guys use?

[anonymous-user]

I've got NB minimus zero trails. They're great on light mud and grass or sand but if you stand on anything sharp you'll hurt your feet. They also let water in and out through the soles.

http://www.runningandrambling.com/2012/04/new-bala...

[RB Will]

Ta
Think I'm looking for something with a bit more padding than that, and possibly slightly waterproof.

Big puddles and hidden sticks n stones are a very common problem on my runs

[ewenm]

Look at what Inov8 offer. I ran in my Roclite 315s yesterday and they were excellent on the wet, muddy, hilly paths round here. Lots of different options.

They tend to have more cushioning that the shoes pictured above but still a farily flat sole ("zero-drop" or nearly so being the current term although it is nothing new).

[goldblum]

I've got two pairs of trail shoes, both Asics. They seem to fit my feet well. One pair is Gore-tex but these are used only in the depths of winter as they can get very warm!

[anonymous-user]

Inov8s always seem to get good reviews especially for their trail shoes. I get a bit confused by all the different models they have though.

[pilchardthecat]

+1 for the Minimus (though i have the MT10s)

I haven't hurt myself running one stones etc. They aren't waterproof but it doesnt bother me, once they're wet you dont notice.

[Nimby]

I've been an orienteer for many years and have got through dozens of pairs of running shoes. The best ones by far are my current ones - Walsh PB Ultra Extremes. Very comfortable with a soft back so no achilles rubbing, reasonably waterproof, excellent grip on all surfaces, and very easy to clean afterwards.

http://www.compasspoint-online.co.uk/cgi-bin/sh000...

[doc3]

Nimby said:

I've been an orienteer for many years and have got through dozens of pairs of running shoes. The best ones by far are my current ones - Walsh PB Ultra Extremes. Very comfortable with a soft back so no achilles rubbing, reasonably waterproof, excellent grip on all surfaces, and very easy to clean afterwards.

http://www.compasspoint-online.co.uk/cgi-bin/sh000...

I recently went to buy a pair of Inov8s, but they were far too narrow for my flippers. The sales person pointed me in the direction of the Walsh Ultras. I'd never heard of them, but they are really comfy. I've ran a few 10ks in the them, and they have fantastic grip. They have no gimmicks, but are well regarded in the Fell Running world. Worth a try if you have wide feet.

[ewenm]

Nimby said:

I've been an orienteer for many years and have got through dozens of pairs of running shoes. The best ones by far are my current ones - Walsh PB Ultra Extremes. Very comfortable with a soft back so no achilles rubbing, reasonably waterproof, excellent grip on all surfaces, and very easy to clean afterwards.

http://www.compasspoint-online.co.uk/cgi-bin/sh000...

It's good to see Walsh are still going - they were the shoe of choice for the cross-country team when I was at school in the late 80s