Best Women’s Running Shoes For Trail Running

 

Picking the right shoe for running trails can be overwhelming. Here are some of the best women’s shoes for your next trail run.

Merrell MTL LongSky

Everything you would want in an outstanding trail jogger, this shoe absolutely blows the competition out of the water. Our testers loved this shoe from the moment they slid it on to take on over 20 mile trail runs over technical surfaces. The outsole features resilient lugs that cling to wet rocks, fast straight paths, roads, and snow. While it has a traditional heel to toe drop, the footwear still really feels fairly low to the ground, inspiring confidence as well as security. This is a trail footwear we’d advise for any type of jogger at any skill level, whether you’re starting or training for that next ultra long distance race.

Saucony Peregrine 10

The Peregrine remains one of the most flexible trail footwear tested. The mega-bomber outsole uses the traction that attacks into the path with assistance for even the softest of surface areas. The midsole is receptive, plush, and very comfortable with more area in the forefoot and midfoot for wide feet and toes that require to wiggle. The footwear is both versatile and protective and feels light-weight even after several miles. Made for those that plan on taking on almost any surface, from smooth dirt roadways to super rough surface, it is one of the greatest scores for an excellent cost.

Salomon Supercross

The Speedcross stands apart for its outstanding grip and secure design that squashes rocky, sloppy, and snowy surfaces. The 5-mm lugs are developed from sticky ContraGrip rubber that inspires confidence while blasting steep inclines, rocks, and muddy routes. While it has a broader system, the toe tapers dramatically to the front, which, if your shoe is bigger, squeezes your toes together when heading down steep trails. Apart from this issue, it is just one of our faves and still a go-to shoe.

Altra LonePeak 4.5

We like this footwear for its exceptional efficiency over all different types of terrain. It boasts the biggest toe box of any type of trail runner tested with plenty of cushioning underfoot. This footwear is constructed for long distances and is a preferred option in the ultra running area. Its upper structure is versatile and protective while the outsole will certainly adhere to rough terrain and technical routes. It’s been a favorite of ours for a long time and the pair of footwear we reach for on long training runs, as well as ultra-distance races.

ASICS Gel Venture7

While many shoes are a significant investment, this one is a traditional shoe that offers excellent efficiency over rough surfaces, with fantastic crossover action. Offered in 2 sizes, it provides terrific arc assistance with a supportive collar, which protects against foot slippage when going up and down routes. While it is not our option for technical terrain, its best for very easy single-track and non-technical surface areas over shorter ranges. The underfoot foam is protective, while the constructive appears to be rather durable over our 60 miles of testing.