Tomir is Norwegian for training. Well, that's a guess. Kilian Jornet is Spanish for, "how the, what the, why the?" Kilian trains more than a little bit and in those epic adventures amongst the fjords and high peaks he finds himself with a set of NNormal's Tomir shoes on his feet. A more durable option for higher mileage, the Tomir is an exquisite example of a true mountain running ..
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The 1994 Dodge Ram pickup, with an 8.0L V-10 engine and oversized grille, was such a force that you can still see the style and technology influence on nearly every pickup produced today. Similarly, most high-cushioned trail shoes have taken innovation from what is now the HOKA Speedgoat 6, named after the OG Speedgoat, Karl Meltzer, and the "Toughest 50k in the USA". From the high..
$154.95
Bushido translates to "warrior way". If your inner warrior's way is over rough trails and ridgelines, the newly updated Bushido III from La Sportiva will take you to whatever place you dare. With new features such as increased breathability, a restyled outsole, and recycled materials throughout, La Sportiva has upped the ante on one of the staples of mountain running. Fortunately, ..
$159.95
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..
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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..
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The envy of many bipedal mountain travelers, the majestic Bighorn Sheep are known for their remarkable agility in steep terrain. With its multidirectional flex pattern, added protection, and uncannily hoof-like shape, the Carbitex GearFlex Plate can be easily added to your Speedland shoes so that you can hang with the Bighorn herd. The plate's multi-axial design is stiff along the ..
$34.95
Once a historic Colorado mining town, Silverton (SVT) is now renowned for being home to the grueling Hardrock 100 ultra-distance trail race and for Avery Collins, for whom this shoe was designed. Silverton and Hardrock are to many the epitome of technical and fiercely competitive high-elevation trail racing, which is precisely what the Speedland GL:SVT was designed for. The lower s..
$298.95
Speedland's shoes are named to indicate their intended use while paying homage to the regions, trails, and athletes that inspired each shoe's design. The Speedland GS:TMT is a high-tech, high-cushion ultra-distance shoe named after the Tiger Mountain Trail (TMT) in Washington State and designed in collaboration with ultra-runner Ben Gibbard*. Speedland's GS-series provides maximum ..
$274.95
With each Kjerag 01 purchase, you can receive a free NNormal headband with their "NN" logo. Made with recycled materials, these headbands are naturally cooling and have a 4-way stretch fabric for all-day comfort. Keeping the sweat out of your eyes is priceless, and free while supplies last...
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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 of them was a world-class physicist, 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...
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"I just want something with more cushion, something with more miles in it, a little something-something! You know?" We get that request a lot at SkyRun, and so must La Sportiva, as they've whipped together a little something special for our long-distance trail runners. With the popularity of the Prodigio and Prodigio Pro, the Prodigio Max offers extra cushioning for the extra miles..
$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
In an attempt to keep debris out of their trail shoes, runners have long accepted that a separate gaiter is the fix. Salomon, dipping into their infinite wisdom reserves, has finally combined ultra-distance footwear with an integrated gaiter, making the S/Lab Ultra Dust an ideal choice for your next desert stage race or the wilds of Washington's Bigfoot 200. Why fiddle with laces a..
$279.95
Most people associate "technology" with phones, computers, rocketships, and RoboCop. But shoes? Indeed, X-Bionic is here to show that technology can improve your running pleasure and performance - no capacitors or CPUs needed. The X-Bionic Terraskin X00/C is a super shoe built with the most advanced technology that can be stuffed into a trail runner. The U-shaped Powerlite Carbon p..
$300.00
Altra's Olympus shoes are well-cushioned, protected, and stable but can be rather weighty for big days or races. Enter the Olympus 275, Altra's answer for a higher stack, ultra-distance race shoe. While it retains the comfortable and stable ride of its namesake, the Olympus 275 adds a new, high-tech Matryx upper. Matryx is a premium upper material in the trail-racing world, with ke..
$184.95
In years past, shaving grams from a shoe, let alone a race shoe, meant sacrificing its overall durability, which everyone seemed okay with until they weren't. Addressing this issue is the norda 005, a racing shoe that is at race weight with race cushioning that'll get you through long training days and ultra-distance races intact. Yes, that's multiple long runs and races because no..
$325.00
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
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 over ..
$285.00
Enjoying time up high means something different to most athletes. For some, it's putting in a healthy number of miles in mountainous terrain; for others, it's choosing the less traveled and more challenging routes to climb and fly back over. Salomon's S/Lab Skyway excels on rocky and uncertain terrain while attempting to reach inspiring launch sites. Takeoffs and landings in mounta..
$199.95
Sidas has long been a leader in performance foot care, and their non-slip 3Feet Trail Insoles continue to innovate and will cushion and support you from buttery smooth single track to the roughest off-trail tech. Made to last through your training blocks and ultra-distance races and structured for the uneven surfaces encountered once off the security of sidewalks. The Low, Medium, ..
$54.95
The lightweight distance race shoe that will thrive through the rigors of training and racing multiple ultras is a unicorn. Or, at least, it was. The 005 from norda continues with their dedication to producing a product that is innovative, long-lasting, and industry-leading. Let's begin where the rubber meets the trail: the rubber. The new Megagrip Elite is a norda exclusive, and w..
$325.00
Some runners are rugged, ambitious, unbothered by lousy weather, and want to be able to do it all. Unfortunately, it can be difficult for shoes to hold up to those ambitions. The S/Lab Genesis Spine proves Salomon heard you and weatherized an already impressive shoe for your winter exploits. The inner shoe remains unchanged, but adding a water-repellent gaiter makes the Salomon Spi..
$249.95
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
With the technology going into today's trail racing shoes, such as carbon plates and dual-density foams, to lighter-weight and more durable fabrics, choosing a "super shoe" has never been easier. But what about the everyday miles? Enter the Agravic 3 from Terrex, made with your overall training schedule in mind: the forgotten miles that aren't posted about, the meat. And since your..
$129.95
For mountain adventurers, having one shoe that can hike, run, scramble, and climb helps tremendously to simplify gear choices. The Wildfire NXT is Salewa's new speed approach shoe, designed for use in technical mountain environments where steep trails and rock scrambling are the norm. A comfy 10mm drop supports your calves on challenging ascents, and sticky Vibram Megagrip rubber w..
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Salewa's Wildfire NXT is the latest iteration of a technical approach shoe designed for steep and rugged alpine environments. A moderately stiff sole with a steeper 10mm drop and sticky Megagrip rubber was born for scrambling and calf-burning climbs. When the route enters vertical territory, the outsole holds its own, with a smearing edge on the toe, so you can get spicy. The Wildf..
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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
When adventuring in technical or uncertain terrain, you'll want a solid fit for the up and the down. The SCARPA Ribelle Run 2 is constructed to answer many runners' needs with fit and grip for days when you want to get a wee spicy. Additional padding around the collar lets your heel settle in nicely and stay put. Ample cushioning and a 360° rand, inspired by climbing shoes, will al..
$198.95
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..
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Did you know that approximately 80% of the US population lives in cities and urban areas? For those trail runners who love dirt but have a short run to the trails, the Dynafit Trail shoe has your back. The Trail fits into the everyday training shoe category, which means it excels during your short or long, straightforward trail runs. The Speed Lite midsole has a plush ride, providi..
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For years, trail runners have been at the little kid's table drooling over road runners' platter of carbon-plated shoes. With a handful of options becoming available for those carbon-hungry vert seekers over recent years, the pickings improve with the Mafate X from HOKA. Using a fusion of their latest technology, the Mafate X finds a middle ground between super shoes and daily driv..
$224.95
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..
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With the Prodigio Pro, La Sportiva takes a good thing and makes it better. Compared to the original Prodigio, which has quickly become one of our favorite daily trail shoes, the Prodigio Pro comes with a lengthy list of upgrades to every part of the shoe. The supercritical X-Flow nitrogen-infused midsole has a new TPU core for increased energy return and response has been redesigne..
$224.95
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!..
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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..
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NNormal's Kjerag has been a great race shoe and quiver of one for many; however, when conditions become adverse, better options exist. The NNormal Kjerag Brut ticks boxes that the regular version cannot. Vibram's Megagrip w/ Litebase still graces the underside but with 6.5mm lugs to tackle mud, snow, and possibly the San Juans better. A hydrophobic neoprene tongue helps keep moistu..
$210.00
Have you busted one of your La Sportiva Hobnails? Have you lost one somewhere in the field? Grab a bag of replacements and get back on those slick, icy, and snowy trails. This kit comes with ten replacement nails for your spiked Sportiva shoes, though they can be installed into any rubber sole that has 4mm or larger lugs and ventures into winter conditions. Note that this product d..
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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..
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Even after eight iterations, the Lone Peak keeps getting better. With the Lone Peak 9, Altra made subtle tweaks to improve one of their most recognizable shoes further. The updated MaxTrac™ outsole offers more stickiness and better longevity. Altra also adjusted the EGO™ midsole foam for better comfort and ground feel. The breathable ripstop mesh with no-sew overlays for fewer pote..
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Altra's Mont Blanc line of shoes has had a few iterations, but there is always space to fill and improvements to be made. The Mont Blanc Speed is next in line and replaces the BOA version, so cushion and protection for long days on rough trails are on the menu. A padded tongue and redesigned collar add some additional comfort to the upper. The reactive EGO™ PRO midsole and Vibram o..
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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
Like the delicate ecosystem of the Florida Everglades, BOAs are invading the world of running shoes. Some things that seemingly don't belong do, and Altra has not only welcomed but has embraced this invasive species in the racier Timp 5 BOA. This iteration retains the features and technologies that made us love the laced Timp 5, namely the cushy yet responsive EGO™ MAX midsole foam..
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Category benders can be frustrating when you try to put them in a box, but they just don't fit. The Salomon S/Lab Alpinway will perform wonderfully whether the menu has rocks, roots, or ridgelines for lunch. Need to run a few miles before your objective? No problem! The Alpinway sports a dual-density foam in the rear that will cushion dozens of miles, while the firmer front provide..
$199.95
As the outright winner of the Moab 240 ultra, the first person to win the three big 100-mile races in a single season, eater of junk food, Courtney Dauwalter deserves some recognition. The Salomon S/Lab Genesis Limited Edition Courtney is an excellent place to start. For this special edition, Salomon dressed up this winning shoe to stand out and have more personality, like Courtney..
$219.95
With an additional trip around the sun under its belt, the Altra Olympus 6 is another year older and another year wiser. Altra watched, listened, and engineered a more durable upper that breathes and looks good. They also updated the tread pattern for better purchase but wisely kept the Vibram Megagrip outsole, increasing confidence in uncertain terrain. Adding an Achilles pillow t..
$174.95
With 2200 meters of climbing in a short 31km, Sierre-Zinal is one of the most anticipated trail races of the season and runs over five 4000m peaks in the heart of the Swiss Alps. The namesake of the HOKA Zinal 2 requires a fast shoe that excels in technical terrain. For quicker mountain runs, the stack height has been reduced for better turnover, and the lugs have increased in leng..
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There are many reasons someone may need a high-stack shoe, but the experience often has downsides. HOKA's Stinson 7 addresses these issues using space-age materials and precise design. The feel of that soft midsole is achieved with a high stack height which can make things unsteady. Fortunately, the H-frame™ technology under the midfoot adds structure, stabilizing your stride. Also..
$169.95
Should you be on the lookout for a responsive shoe with excellent traction for long miles in rough terrain and max vert, then hone in on the HOKA Mafate Speed 4. HOKA has incorporated a grippy outsole and aggressive lugs with a low profile and reactive midsole, and the durable jacquard mesh upper hugs the foot like a flour tortilla to burrito filling. Put these together, and you ha..
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