2012 Trail Running Shoe Review
- By Brian Metzler
- Published Jul. 13, 2012
- Updated Oct. 2, 2012 at 10:39 AM UTC
Editor’s Pick (Best Value): Puma Faas 250 Trail, $85
FIT: The low-volume one-piece seamless upper, combined with a pair of strategically placed off-center lace eyelets, does a good job of cinching in the forefoot, arch and heel in one fell swoop.
FEEL: The Faas 250 Trail is light and close to the ground yet sufficiently cushioned for comfort on hard and soft surfaces. The array of aggressive yet low-profile lugs are conducive to running on a variety of trails from mild to rugged, but it doesn’t suffer on stretches of flat, smooth dirt trails.
RIDE: An ample amount of semi-firm foam cushioning gives this shoe a fast and agile vibe. The snug fit, sleek profile and moderate heel-toe drop (8mm) give it a performance-oriented feel that makes it ideal for a short-distance racer, an up-tempo trainer or a technical climber.
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