Trail Running Shoes
Trail running shoes are specifically built to give you the best of both traction and efficiency when running on trail, or anywhere that does not involve pavement. Different conditions and running styles will dictate which type of shoe is best fitted to your style of adventuring. Please visit our Shoe Fitter to find the right pair for you!
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The Altra Lone Peak 9+ is the first shoe in the Lone Peak line to feature a full Vibram Megagrip outsole, elevating its grip, durability, and versatility to a whole new level. Long regarded as the gold standard of trail-running outsole compounds, Vibram Megagrip offers uncompromising stickiness on a wide variety of terrain without sacrificing a single ounce of tread durability. Oth..
$159.95
Ten years ago, it would have been hard to believe you could own a shoe that could talk the talk and walk the walk. norda had big shoes to fill (depending on the size) after the incredible reception of the 001; now they've doubled down for a faster take with the 002. What came out of the oven is a lighter, lower-stack shoe with a generously padded heel collar that excels at faster t..
$295.00 From $235.00
Do you find yourself asking for too much out of one shoe? "I want a burly, rock-scrambling, do-it-all, lightweight shoe with rocket boosters.” Well, the La Sportiva Mutant delivers on all of those things (minus the rocket boosters). The Mutant has been a staple in the mountain running community ever since it was first released in 2015. It's been put through the paces and always see..
$184.95 From $124.95
Built in collaboration with female athletes, the La Sportiva Levante was designed by women for women. From the mesh toe box and the knit collar to the anatomical curve of the heel, the engineers and athletes have taken a very detailed approach to the construction, which shows. This is a high-cushion shoe for ultra-distance running, and it excels in technical terrain. The XF 2.0 rub..
$169.95
Everybody's quiver of shoes should have a pair that excels at nothing but is good at everything—the day-in, day-out trail shoe. Oddly enough, Dynafit's Trail Shoe is the everyday training shoe that will take you from your front door to the trails or as far from the trailhead as your legs will take you. The Trail is a versatile tool that won't skip a beat when trails roughen or thin..
$164.95 $139.95
Do it all and settle for none with the Altra Timp 5 BOA. The standard Timp 5 impressed us with its ability to handle anything thrown at it, and the BOA version is no different. The Vibram Megagrip outsole yields traction you can trust on all terrain - dry, wet, loose, or slabby. The EGO™ MAX midsole has enough cushion for extra-long mountain efforts while remaining responsive and k..
$174.95
The women's Nnormal Cadí is built for trail runners who value comfort, cushioning, and reliable performance on moderate terrain. Designed to deliver a smooth, confidence-boosting ride, it supports long training days and steady adventure miles with ease. The hardwearing upper provides excellent step-in comfort, creating a secure yet adaptable feel. Built on an adapted Kjerag last, t..
$175.00
In an increasingly specialized market, many new products seem to do (at most) one thing well. As comfortable jogging the dog around the neighborhood as it is confident bombing rocky trails down from remote summits, the Mount to Coast H1 is a do-it-all hybrid workhorse that eats up every terrain type. Speaking of eating, the supportive CircleCELL midsole and durable VersaGrip outsol..
$159.95
When I say endurance, you say racer! Endurance - racer - wait, what? That's right, SCARPA has now brought all the running features together in one shoe; you can indeed have a speedy shoe that's comfortable and has enough protection to train in, too. The Spin Ultra 2 has an updated and more aggressive tread, deeper lugs, 3D-printed reinforcements, Super Critical TPEE foam, and new, ..
$188.95
Designed for the adventurous types who venture off the beaten path, Mount to Coast's M1 is purposefully crafted as a highly capable mountain shoe. The rubber is Vibram's Megagrip with Litebase, which keeps weight down and durability up while preserving energy for long days on the trail. Underfoot, the Traction Lug technology and grippy rubber provide confidence on ridgeline scrambl..
$194.95
To traverse the Vercors range in Eastern France, it would truly be a feat of nature. To name a shoe after such a diverse alpine wilderness, one would require that the women's Rossignol Vercors can handle all that nature could throw at it. Luckily for you, the French make two things with unparalleled consistency and design: bread and trail running shoes*. Whether you want to use it ..
$159.95
Based on the popular Olympus 6, the Altra Olympus 275 Women's shoe is designed to be a lightweight and durable distance dominator. Vibram's Megagrip rubber and compression-molded EVA midsole from the Olympus 6 carry over, giving you the same reliable traction and plush underfoot cushioning. The upper is where the 275 strides ahead. Made from Matryx fabric, it is woven with Kevlar f..
$184.95 $164.95
The Dynafit Ultra 100 V3 W is designed for women who demand comfort, stability, and confidence across a wide range of terrain. Designed for long distances, it delivers a comfortable ride with its SPEEDFOAM Cushioning, providing exceptional shock absorption and energy return without added weight. A stabilizing midsole design enhances control on technical terrain, while the Vibram ou..
$179.95
Do you like rockered racing shoes, but find them difficult to train in? Well then, you're gonna love running in the women's Terrex Agravic TT! As a race-ready shoe, the TT is best suited for technical training, preparing you for race-day speed and competitiveness, while also helping you train for longer runs on more challenging trails. As a complementary shoe to the Agravic Speed U..
$184.95 $157.95
The Mafate line of trail shoes has proven high-mileage worthy and shines on technical trails. Exciting changes adorn the women's Hoka Mafate 5, with enough carryover that you'll remember what you fell in love with in previous iterations. The upper utilizes a warp-knit jacquard with anti-fray treatment to increase durability, so those random snags from poor footwork won't cause unne..
$184.95
Just because running to faraway places excites you doesn't mean you have to slog the extra miles in a heavy high-stack shoe. Made to take you to the far and away in technical terrain, the women's Mount to Coast T1 is an admirable choice for long trail days, but won't weigh you down. Whilst enjoying those long days, you'll notice the supercritical midsole has the squish you'd expect..
$179.95
A for Awesome? A for Aardvark? A for Another paradigm-shifting shoe from norda that challenges our understanding of the limits of trail running shoes in terms of durability and performance? That's right, norda continues to raise the bar with the 001A shoe. In this case, the A is for Arnitel - the one-of-a-kind midsole material that elevated the 005 to its podium of high-performance..
$295.00
Marie Curie, Mary Shelley, Billie Jean King- what do all of these women share in common? They endured, kept going, and never stopped! Admittedly, one was a world-class physicist, another a renowned novelist and essayist, and one was the world's best tennis player. Their great unifier is that the world doesn't appreciate enough how many elements, hills, and mountains women overcome...
$184.95
Do your high-mileage runs contain more than three hills, consistently dodge rocks, and enjoy single-track trails? Dynafit's Ultra Pro 2 is a long-distance shoe; they probably made it especially for you. Made to minimize weight but maximize cush, they'll keep your feet fresh for that extra long push. The new Speed Lite midsole reduces impacts on heels but still provides great, even ..
$189.95 $139.95
If your upcoming race has more miles than four days have hours, a shoe that balances comfort, grip, and protection is a welcome companion. When max cushion is required but a stable platform is needed, the HOKA Stinson 7 - Women will provide comfort and stability for as many miles as your legs will take you. A shoe with a high stack can be unwieldy on uneven trails; thankfully, the ..
$174.95 $148.95
The women's Stinson 8 from HOKA is a versatile all-arounder geared for plush runs on gravel, dirt, and in the mountains. A few smart upgrades to the Stinson 7 have made a good distance shoe even better. A soft foam layer beneath a firm H-Frame midsole offers stability with just the right amount of cushion for all-day comfort. The upper gets an upgrade that increases airflow while o..
$179.95
USPS employees aren’t the only ones who can’t be stopped by inclement weather. For the absolute nut job runners out there, La Sportiva’s Cyklon Cross GTX shoe was made just for you. Don’t let snow slow you down or end your season, these highly weather resistant pieces of footwear combine a GORE-TEX membrane with a water repellent, two-way stretch gaiter to deflect snow, mud, water ..
$269.95 From $169.95
This isn’t the shoe for going slow or merrily plodding along. No, the Dynafit Sky DNA shoe is made for going fast, racking up vert, and sprinting to the finish line! Designed with sky racing and other speedy events in mind, the Sky DNA is correspondingly lightweight and precise. The open mesh breathable uppers hold the midfoot for a snug fit while giving the toe box a little more r..
$179.95 $79.95
When crafting the ideal Skyrunning shoe, the folks at SCOTT made a tick list of mandatory attributes that would allow it to excel in the most challenging of alpine conditions. After checking all the boxes and then some, out came the Supertrac RC 2. Unparalleled grip on various surfaces? Check. Sophisticated uppers for performance and comfort? Yep. Plenty of cushion while maintainin..
$169.95 From $79.95
Designed to fulfill the needs of fast-moving trail runners everywhere, the Golden Gate Kima RT shoe from SCARPA will have you feeling light on your feet as you speed through the mountain alpine. Their Foot Active Control system combines a 1mm thick carbon plate sandwiched between differing density EVAs in the midsole. This gathering of materials gives high protection as well as all..
$218.95 $118.95
You just signed up for your first ultra, didn't you? Once you're over the thought of, "oh no, what have I done?" it's time to start thinking about gear. First up - shoes! The Salomon Pulsar Trail 2 Pro shoe is a great place to begin. The highly cushioned midsole is made of EVA and Olefin [OBC], neither of which material we know down to the molecular level, but it definitely keeps u..
$159.95 $79.95
When a legendary footwear maker brainstorms with the inventor of industry-changing lacing technology, it’s perfectly acceptable to expect radical results. And radical is what we got with the La Sportiva Cyklon. It is a trail running race shoe that enables competitors to literally dial in a perfect fit using the integrated BOA system. But don’t worry about wonky lacing in certain sp..
$184.95 $84.95
Trekkers, through-hikers, 100-mile racers, and everyday runners rejoice! The do-it-all, and do-it-all well, women's Lone Peak 9 from Altra, has seen the first significant update in a few iterations. The MaxTrac outsole and Ego midsole were tweaked to get more mileage on the rubber and comfort from the foam. The upper with Altra's Original Footshape will have the same fit, but the a..
$139.95
The Dynafit Alpine women's shoe is so versatile we thought about just stocking this one shoe at SkyRun. Ultimately, we decided that wouldn’t make for a good business plan, but the sentiment still stands. Equally at home on a multitude of trail types and conditions, the Alpine is a safe bet when you’re exploring new spots and aren’t sure what to expect. Even if you do know what to e..
$159.95 From $59.95
Running the ultra distance on trails that are uneven or technical in nature calls for a delicate balance of cushion/protection, trail feel, and comfort. The HOKA Speedgoat 6 Women's handles that balancing act very well, but one should expect nothing less from a shoe named after one of the toughest 50k races in the nation. Improving on the previous model, iteration 6 has a softer co..
$154.95 $124.95
We strive for balance in many aspects of life. However, it is easy to stray from one end of the spectrum, whether it be our work, family, or financial decisions. How does this all tie into the Terrex Agravic 3 women's shoe, you ask? Well, sit down, relax, and let me tell you. With an 8mm drop, heel to mid-foot strikers will find this an excellent middle ground, while the upper of t..
$129.95 $99.95
We're all in a constant struggle to find the perfect footwear to balance x,y, and z, which is why we're singing the praises of La Sportiva's Jackal II BOA shoe! This shoe is featured-filled and may truly be the only shoe you'll need - seriously. Built for distance, there is plenty of cushion without having a crazy high stack height. To increase stability the midsole is armed with I..
$204.95 From $124.95
When racking up miles in the mountains, cushioning is essential for keeping fatigue to a minimum. As the name suggests, the Dynafit Ultra 50 women's shoe provides cushion and comfort as the miles fly by. Borrowing great features from its longer distance cousin the Dynafit Ultra 100 women's shoe, the Dynafit Ultra 50 has lowered the stack height for an even more versatile shoe. The ..
$149.95 From $59.95
What can a shoe manufacturer do to set themselves apart from the growing number of choices on the market? Producing a trail running shoe that will stand up to the abuse nature continually dishes up was norda's answer with their 001 trail shoe. Details in, on, and around the 001 abound, such as adding Dyneema to the laces, which last a lifetime, and placing a generous lace guard ove..
$285.00 $228.00
The movie "Shrek" premiered in 2001 as a fun satire littered with pop culture references, filtered through the lens of a standoffish ogre. "Shrek II" retained the same core cast while improving the animation and plot sophistication on the way to becoming the highest-grossing animated film of the 2000s. Similarly, the second-generation Ultra 100 is still a shoe for the cushion-consc..
$179.95 From $119.95
SCARPA is pushing the needle when it comes to sustainable and high-performing shoes starting with their Spin Planet shoe. The upper is made from 100% recycled materials and features their Exo construction that beautifully wraps the midfoot with its internal support matrix design. So you can see more of the environment you are doing your part to protect, the high cushion EVA midsole..
$168.95 $98.95
If the only certainty of your run is that it’s going to be lots of miles and questionable terrain, then the Ultra 100 wants to come along. This comfy shoe is eager to log lots of miles without having to consider what it’s stepping on. Dry, wet, rocky, loose - the Ultra 100 simply doesn’t care. Maximum cushion minimizes trail abuse over rough terrain and the Pomoca outsole has been ..
$139.95 From $59.95
You’re really going to have to put these shoes through the wringer before they flinch. Until then, the Scarpa Spin Ultra shoes will continue to shrug off rough terrain, annoying rocks, pointy sticks, and any trail debris that would deter other shoes. After all, they’re built with the philosophy that no distance is too far. First and foremost, the high-cushioned soles provide effort..
$168.95 From $88.95
When running long distances on trail, it’s a good idea to have a Jackal amount of cushion for your feet. Think about how many times per mile you step on rocks, roots, pebbles, sticks, and other hard uneven surfaces. Now multiply that number by a few dozen and you’re going to begin to understand why La Sportiva designed the Jackal this way. However, adding cushion with reckless aban..
$154.95 $54.95
If you’re one of those crazies that “enjoy” ultra running, please be at least sane enough to have the SCOTT Supertrac Ultra RC on your feet! They’ve been carefully designed and calibrated to keep you going when every other part of you is screaming to give up. The most obvious differentiator is the increased stack height that minimizes the repetitive abuse from trail running. Howeve..
$169.95 $49.95
Nearly all of Salomon's trail running shoes feature their patented Quicklace system, and for good reason! This innovative approach to lacing eliminates finicky knots that are almost always coming undone mid-trail! The Salomon Quicklace system gives an even, no-slip, and secure fit so you won't have to stop to readjust your shoelaces. In the event your laces don't outlast your shoes..
$9.95
Have you busted a lace on the trail? Do your current laces come untied? Do you want a spare pair, just in case? La Sportiva makes excellent technical laces for your mountain running shoes. Thread these into your kicks and your feet will look cool while being gently hugged by generations of Italians.
Please pull your old laces out and measure them to ensure you are getting the..
$5.95
Critical BOA faliure in the field? Are you headed out on a trip and want a backup? Fret not—the BOA Quick Lacing System has all you need to replace the cord and dial on your La Sportiva Cyklon and Cyklon Cross GTX shoes. They are small enough to stow away and forget about because they aren't likely to get used, but peace of mind is priceless. BOA, turn up the tightness!..
$14.95
The UL Distance Gaiter is Black Diamond's ultra-light solution for keeping your running shoes debris-free. Compared to the more robust Distance Gaiter, this UL version is shorter, lighter, and made from a more breathable fabric. Lacking a closure like the standard Distance Gaiter has, the UL gaiter is intended to be slid into, keeping the design simple and foolproof. By connecting ..
$49.95
Nothing is more irritating than small objects getting into your shoes while you're running. Whether it's rocks, dirt, pine needles, or Rick Moranis, the Black Diamond Distance Gaiter will keep tiny trespassers from entering your footwear. This gaiter features a weatherproof hook-and-loop closure with snaps on the top and bottom to keep it closed while in use. A Dynex cord is includ..
$59.95
We've all experienced the frustration of having a pebble in our shoe during a run and thinking we'll soon stop to remove it. Emptying one's shoes of debris mid-run is so inconvenient it often goes undone. The Altra Trail Gaiter helps keep pesky blister-causing items out of your shoes so you can focus on the long miles ahead. The Trail Gaiters use a proprietary attachment system tha..
$24.95
Wee pebbles, lil thorns, and mini debris left unchecked can cripple the toughest runners. When conditions demand it, donning the Salomon Trail Gaiters is a wise choice. The durable stretch fabric allows for a fixed underfoot strap that's less fussy and more efficient than other systems. Generous padding for both ankle bones should take the pain out of ankle bangs, and a simple velc..
From $39.95
Black Diamond may have the best gaiters outside the state of Florida with the Distance Gaiters. I'm not sure if that's a football or basketball reference, what I do know is that trail running can get downright sloppy sometimes and you just want to keep truckin' without stopping to pull rocks or mud out of your shoes. These handy helpers have a secure hook and loop closure and aweso..
$49.95 $39.95
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