Fall 2013 Trail Running Shoe Buyer’s Guide

By Allison Pattillo, Published Sep. 27, 2013

Reebok Outdoor Wild

Merrell Ascend Glove
New Balance Minimus 1010v2 Trail, $110
Nike Free Hyperfeel Trail, $150
Inov-8 X-Talon 212, $120
Hoka One One Rapa Nui Trail (men’s)
ASICS GT2000 Trail, $120
Brooks Adrenaline ASR 10, $125
Newton Boco AT, $129
Nike Zoom Terra Wildhorse, $110
Patagonia Fore Runner Evo, $120
Skechers All-Weather GObionic Trail, $85
ON Cloudrunner, $150
The North Face Single-Track Hayasa II, $110
Salomon Fellraiser, $110
Mizuno Wave Ascend 8, $110
Saucony Xodus 4.0, $110
ECCO BIOM Ultra, $160
Reebok Outdoor Wild, $85

Reebok Outdoor Wild, $85

Category: Rugged Mountain Runners

Weights: 8.4 oz. (men’s), 9.1 oz. (women’s)

Heights: 12mm (heel), 8mm (forefoot)

Fit: The Outdoor Wild has a medium fit from heel to toe, but the midfoot can cinch down for those seeking a tighter hold.

Feel: Testers found these to be cushioned and comfortable, with some support, and appreciated being able to get a sturdier with moderate stability.

Ride: Says one tester, “this is the monster truck of trail running shoes!” A rugged outsole allowed testers to tackle a full spectrum of trail conditions with confidence and gusto. But the increased underfoot security meant less agility with fleet footed runners finding the ride somewhat clunky, especially on technical trails.