Which ultra-marathon running shoes have the best water resistance for wet conditions?
This page compares 7 ultra-marathon running shoes with verified specifications and prices. Top options include HOKA Speedgoat 6 GTX Trail-Running Shoes, Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX Trail-Running Shoes, HOKA Speedgoat 7 GTX Trail-Running Shoes. Prices range from £81 to £133. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
| Product ⇅ | Price ⇅ | Weight (oz) ⇅ | Stack Height (mm) ⇅ | Drop (mm) ⇅ | Midsole Material ⇅ | Outsole Material ⇅ | Water Resistance ⇅ | Breathability ⇅ |
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HOKA Speedgoat 6 GTX Trail-Running Shoes
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£133.12 ≈ | 278 g | 32.9 mm heel, 27.9 mm forefoot | 5 mm | Compression-molded EVA | Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug | ✓ | Breathable |
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The HOKA Speedgoat 6 GTX is a waterproof trail-running shoe with a GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane, cushioned EVA midsole, and Vibram Megagrip outsole. It suits runners tackling technical trails, wet terrain, and long-distance outings who want protection and strong grip. ★ Ideal forIt is well suited to ultra-marathons in wet conditions because its GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane is waterproof, while the Vibram Megagrip outsole provides traction on wet and uneven terrain. |
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Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX Trail-Running Shoes
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£82.85 ≈ | 281g | 37mm heel / 27.5mm forefoot | 9.5mm | Nike ReactX foam | Nike Trail ATC rubber | ✓ | Breathable GORE-TEX membrane |
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The Nike Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX combines a waterproof GORE-TEX upper with ReactX foam cushioning and an all-terrain rubber outsole. It suits runners who want a comfortable road-to-trail shoe for wet weather, mixed surfaces, and less-technical trails. ★ Ideal forIts waterproof GORE-TEX upper, water-resistant construction, and Nike Trail ATC outsole designed for wet conditions make it a strong choice for ultra-marathon runners facing rain, puddles, and muddy trails.
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HOKA Speedgoat 7 GTX Trail-Running Shoes
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£133.12 ≈ | 10.70 oz per shoe | 37 mm heel, 33 mm forefoot | 5 mm | Supercritical EVA foam | Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug | ✓ | Breathable |
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The HOKA Speedgoat 7 GTX is a cushioned, technical trail-running shoe with a waterproof GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane and Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs. It suits runners and hikers who want comfortable long-distance protection and dependable traction on wet, muddy, and rugged terrain. ★ Ideal forIt suits ultra-marathon running in wet conditions because its waterproof GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane helps keep rain and moisture out, while the Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs provides traction on wet and muddy trails.
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Salomon Speedcross GORE-TEX Trail-Running Shoes - 20-Year Limited Edition
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£107.26 ≈ | 328 g | 33 mm heel, 23 mm forefoot | 10 mm | EnergyCell+ | Mud Contagrip | ✓ | — |
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The Speedcross 20-Year Limited Edition is a rugged trail-running shoe with moderate cushioning, a high-rebound EnergyCell+ midsole, and deep Mud Contagrip lugs for strong traction on muddy and uneven ground. Its GORE-TEX waterproof membrane makes it particularly suitable for runners who prioritize protection in wet conditions. ★ Ideal forIt suits wet-condition ultra-marathons because its GORE-TEX waterproof membrane resists water while the Mud Contagrip outsole uses deep, sharp lugs for grip on wet, muddy terrain. |
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ASICS Trabuco 14 GTX Trail-Running Shoes
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£92.47 ≈ | 281g | — | 6.3mm | FF BLAST MAX foam and Amplifoam | ASICSGRIP rubber | ✓ | — |
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The ASICS Trabuco 14 GTX is a waterproof trail-running shoe with GORE-TEX protection, FF BLAST MAX cushioning, a protective rock plate, and ASICSGRIP traction. It suits runners tackling wet, rugged, and technical trails who prioritize foot protection and grip. ★ Ideal forThis shoe suits ultra-marathons in wet conditions because its GORE-TEX waterproof membrane helps keep feet dry while the ASICSGRIP rubber outsole provides traction on wet and uneven terrain.
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Altra Lone Peak 9+ GTX Trail-Running Shoes
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£133.16 ≈ | 12.4 oz / 351.5 g | 25 mm | 0 mm | Altra EGO | Vibram MegaGrip | ✓ | Breathable |
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The Altra Lone Peak 9+ GTX is a zero-drop trail-running shoe with a waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX Invisible Fit upper. Its Vibram MegaGrip outsole provides strong traction, while the roomy Original FootShape fit suits trail runners and hikers who want comfort in wet, varied conditions. ★ Ideal forIt suits ultra-marathon running in wet conditions because its waterproof, breathable GORE-TEX Invisible Fit upper helps keep feet dry while the Vibram MegaGrip outsole provides reliable traction on wet and varied terrain.
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HOKA Challenger 7 GTX Trail-Running Shoes
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£81.30 ≈ | 9.70 oz | 37 mm heel, 32 mm forefoot | 5 mm | CMEVA | Durabrasion rubber | ✓ | Breathable |
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The HOKA Challenger 7 GTX is a cushioned road-to-trail shoe with a waterproof GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane, CMEVA foam midsole, and Durabrasion rubber outsole. It suits runners seeking comfortable protection for wet-weather road running, gravel, and moderate trails, with 4 mm lugs for mixed-surface traction. ★ Ideal forThis shoe suits ultra-marathons in wet conditions because its GORE-TEX Invisible Fit membrane is fully waterproof while the CMEVA midsole, 37 mm heel stack, and Durabrasion rubber outsole provide cushioning and dependable grip over long mixed-surface efforts.
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