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
Floats like a running shoe, grips like a hiking boot--Mammut seems to have taken inspiration from Muhammed Ali in their design of the Mammut Sertig II Low shoe. Designed for performance trekking, running, and everything in between, this shoe combines a breathable Air-Mesh upper with a cushy midsole and medium lugs to keep you comfortable on the trail. A high stack height stabilizes..
$134.95 $64.95
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 $134.95
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
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 is intended to tackle. The lo..
$298.95 $238.95
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 over ..
$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
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 runnin..
$165.00 $95.00
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
WP stands for waterproof, LC stands for low cut, and Tomir stands for an excellent shoe from an even more excellent brand. NNormal knows that not every trail is dry, smooth, and dream-like. Rain is a thing, rocks are a thing, and uneven terrain is definitely a thing in the trail-running world. Stay dry, debris-free, and well-centered in the Tomir WP-LC. Built on the platform of the..
$175.00 $105.00
Tomir WP - MC is not the name of an up-and-coming hip-hop artist; it's the name of one cool shoe from NNormal. Built on the platform of NNormal's Tomir shoe, this mid-height runner is a taller but not better-looking version of the Tomir WP - LC. If your day looks like mud with a chance of scree, this shoe will knock on your closet door to accompany you. It can only be assumed that ..
$185.00 $125.00
We like to make sure people are in the correct shoes, so from time to time we have demo shoes available. This means you can get a deal on a pair of slightly used shoes. We offer a 30-day warranty on manufacturing defects for all items listed here. Items can be returned within 10 days unused if you discover they won't work for you. See the descriptions below for details on specific ..
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