What are the best running shoes for trail running?
| Product ⇅ | Price ⇅ | Brand ⇅ | Model ⇅ | Weight (oz) ⇅ | Stack Height (mm) ⇅ | Drop (mm) ⇅ | Midsole Material ⇅ | Outsole Material ⇅ | Waterproof ⇅ |
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Brooks Ghost Trail
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£112.40 ≈ | — | — | 10.6oz | 36/28 | 8mm | DNA LOFT v3 | TrailTack Green rubber | — |
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The Brooks Ghost Trail is a road-to-trail hybrid with nitrogen-infused DNA LOFT v3 cushioning, a TrailTack Green rubber outsole with 3mm lugs, and a breathable engineered mesh upper with protective overlays. It provides a balanced, stable ride and confident multi-surface traction for gravel, groomed trails, and mixed-surface runs. It suits runners who want Ghost comfort with added off-road capability. ★ Ideal forIdeal for trail running because its TrailTack Green outsole with 3mm lugs and DNA LOFT v3 midsole deliver reliable traction and cushioned protection on gravel and groomed trails.
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Salomon Speedcross 6
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£104.94 ≈ | — | — | 11.08 | 32 | 10 | EnergyCell+ | Contagrip rubber | ✓ |
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Aggressive trail shoe with deep self-cleaning lugs, a stable double-lasted upper and a firm EnergyCell+ midsole for confident traction on soft, muddy, or technical terrain. Available in a Gore-Tex waterproof variant, it prioritizes grip and stability over plush cushioning and road performance. Best for runners needing excellent mud and snow traction and a locked-in fit. ★ Ideal forWell-suited for trail running because its 5mm Contagrip lugs, 32mm heel stack and EnergyCell+ midsole deliver superior traction and stability on soft and technical trails.
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Saucony Saucony Peregrine 16
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£108.69 ≈ | — | — | 8.9 oz | 34 / 28 | 6 | TPU + EVA (XFlow™ Speed with nitrogen-infused TPU core) | FriXion® XF 2.0 rubber | — |
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A high-performance, highly responsive trail racing shoe featuring La Sportiva's XFlow™ Speed midsole (nitrogen-infused TPU core with EVA cage), a Power Wire upper for secure fit and stability, and a grippy FriXion® XF 2.0 outsole with 4 mm lugs. It offers a rocker geometry with high cushioning and a 6 mm drop, targeting fast long-distance trail runs and technical terrain. The design emphasizes energy return, traction, and forefoot protection. ★ Ideal forIdeal for trail running because its XFlow™ Speed midsole and FriXion® XF 2.0 outsole deliver high energy return and traction, while the 34/28 mm stack and 6 mm drop provide cushioned, rockered stability for technical trails.
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La Sportiva La Sportiva Prodigio Pro
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£168.65 ≈ | — | — | 8.9 oz | 34 / 28 | 6 | TPU + EVA (XFlow™ Speed with nitrogen-infused TPU core) | FriXion® XF 2.0 rubber | — |
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A high-performance, highly responsive trail racing shoe featuring La Sportiva's XFlow™ Speed midsole (nitrogen-infused TPU core with EVA cage), a Power Wire upper for secure fit and stability, and a grippy FriXion® XF 2.0 outsole with 4 mm lugs. It offers a rocker geometry with high cushioning and a 6 mm drop, targeting fast long-distance trail runs and technical terrain. The design emphasizes energy return, traction, and forefoot protection. ★ Ideal forIdeal for trail running because its XFlow™ Speed midsole and FriXion® XF 2.0 outsole deliver high energy return and traction, while the 34/28 mm stack and 6 mm drop provide cushioned, rockered stability for technical trails.
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Nike Nike ACG Pegasus Trail
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£116.18 ≈ | Nike | Nike ACG Pegasus Trail | 10.1 | 37 heel / 27 forefoot | 8 | ReactX | All Terrain Compound (ATC) 2.0 | — |
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The Nike ACG Pegasus Trail is a road-to-trail hybrid with a plush ReactX midsole, upgraded All Terrain Compound 2.0 outsole for improved traction, and a roomy toe box with protective rubber toe wrap. It offers cushioned, responsive rides across mixed surfaces and is aimed at runners seeking a versatile, comfortable trail shoe. The design balances comfort and grip rather than maximum technical protection. ★ Ideal forIdeal for trail running because its 37 mm heel stack, ReactX midsole, and ATC 2.0 outsole give protective cushioning and improved traction across mixed trail and road surfaces. |
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La Sportiva Prodigio Pro
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£168.65 ≈ | — | — | 8.9 | 34 / 28 | 6 | XFlow™ Speed (TPU + EVA) | FriXion® XF 2.0 rubber | — |
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The Prodigio Pro is a high-cushion, highly responsive trail racing shoe featuring an XFlow™ Speed nitrogen-infused TPU core with an EVA cage, a Power Wire upper for a secure fit, and sticky FriXion® XF 2.0 rubber with 4mm lugs for traction. It is designed for fast efforts on technical to moderate trails and includes metatarsal protection and a knit collar to keep debris out. ★ Ideal forIdeal for trail running races because its XFlow™ Speed TPU+EVA midsole delivers high energy return and the FriXion® XF 2.0 outsole provides strong traction; 34/28 mm stack and 6 mm drop support fast turnover.
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Nike ACG Pegasus Trail
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£116.18 ≈ | — | — | 8.9 | 34 / 28 | 6 | XFlow™ Speed (TPU + EVA) | FriXion® XF 2.0 rubber | — |
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The Prodigio Pro is a high-cushion, highly responsive trail racing shoe featuring an XFlow™ Speed nitrogen-infused TPU core with an EVA cage, a Power Wire upper for a secure fit, and sticky FriXion® XF 2.0 rubber with 4mm lugs for traction. It is designed for fast efforts on technical to moderate trails and includes metatarsal protection and a knit collar to keep debris out. ★ Ideal forIdeal for trail running races because its XFlow™ Speed TPU+EVA midsole delivers high energy return and the FriXion® XF 2.0 outsole provides strong traction; 34/28 mm stack and 6 mm drop support fast turnover.
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