{"id":519,"date":"2022-09-13T09:24:31","date_gmt":"2022-09-13T01:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bestsneakerguide.com\/?p=519"},"modified":"2024-04-30T07:11:49","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T07:11:49","slug":"the-best-trail-running-shoes-we-tested","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestsneakerguide.com\/de\/the-best-trail-running-shoes-we-tested\/","title":{"rendered":"Die besten Trailrunning-Schuhe: Wir haben getestet"},"content":{"rendered":"
Trail runners find the joy in the journey, exploring places a car cannot.<\/span>\u00a0Technical ascents in high alpine, singletrack ribbons through urban forests and technical ascents are all yours.<\/span>\u00a0It doesn’t matter where you run it is the same trio: dirt, you and your sneakers.<\/span>Which trail-running shoes is right for you?<\/span>\u00a0The 21 REI Cooperative member-testers evaluated every aspect of grip, response, and comfort to bring you the best.<\/span>\u00a0The REI Co-op member-testers ran up mountains and fought frigid temperatures to bring you the best trail running shoes this season.<\/span>\u00a0This guide will show you how to do long runs on technical terrain and timed efforts.<\/span>\"Best<\/p>\n

Test Results<\/span><\/h2>\n

You can find our quick recommendations right here, or continue reading for our complete round-robin review of the top trail-running shoes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Best Trail-Running Shoe for Beginners & REI Cooperative Editors & Choice Award Winner:<\/strong>\u00a0Salomon Sense Rider 4<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Best One-Quiver Trail-Running Shoe:\u00a0<\/strong>HOKA Mafate Speed 4<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Best Zero Drop Trail-Running Shoe<\/strong>\u00a0Altra Lone Peak<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Long Distance Trail Running Shoe:<\/strong>\u00a0Brooks Cascadia16<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Best Trail Racing Shoe<\/strong>\u00a0Saucony Peregrine12<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Other top performers<\/span><\/h4>\n
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    • HOKA Speedgoat 5<\/li>\n
    • On Cloudultra<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Best Trail-Running Shoe for Beginners + REI Cooperative Editors’ Choice Award Winner<\/span><\/h3>\n

      Salomon Sense Ride 4 Trail-Running Shoes<\/span><\/p>\n

      4.070 ReviewsView 70 reviews with an average rating 4.0 out 5 stars<\/span>\u00a0Women’s $120<\/span>\u00a03.9180 ReviewsView 180 reviews with an average rating 3.9 out 5 stars<\/span>\u00a0Men’s $120<\/span><\/p>\n

      Score<\/strong>\u00a01997<\/span>Gewicht<\/strong>\u00a01 Lb.<\/span>\u00a0(women’s 7); 1 lb.<\/span>\u00a05 oz.<\/span>\u00a0(men’s 9)<\/span>Heel-to-toe drop<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate (8 mm)<\/span>Cushion<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate (27mm stack height for women’s; 32mm stack height for men’s).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/article>\n
      Test Results<\/strong>\u00a0– Don’t fix it if it’s not broken.<\/span>\u00a0This is the reasoning behind the\u00a0Salomon\u00a0Sensor Ride 4, the latest version of a shoe that won the\u00a0REI Co-op Editors Choice Award\u00a0in 2019.<\/span>\u00a0The 4’s core DNA is the same as the 3. Its dual-density sole is made from cushy foam and has a dense, rubberized insert at the heel for quick turnover.<\/span>\u00a0This shoe is versatile enough to satisfy most runners.<\/span>\u00a0After a day of running in the Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness, one Colorado-based tester said that although my daily runs range from 3 to 5 miles and his feet feel great.<\/span>\u00a0A moderate, 8-millimeter heel-to-toe drop (learn more) feels like a happy medium for most runners, too.<\/span>The 4 received high marks from our testers for traction, just like the Sense Ride 3.<\/span>\u00a0Salomon’s Contagrip rubber compound is used to make the outsole. It sticks like glue on sandstone or dusty granite and pairs with 4-millimeter-long lugs that allow it to easily bite into gravel and dirt.<\/span>\u00a0Our Colorado-based tester says that 1,000 feet is my favorite climb, and that I have never fallen on the descent.<\/span>\u00a0The shoe’s midsole has a thin rock plate or nylon shank that protects your feet from bruising. It also adds enough stiffness to prevent the shoe from folding over.<\/span>The Sense Ride 4 also has everything you need for a daily driver: a breathable mesh top; a socklike sleeve to keep debris out; and quick one-pull laces that allow for a precise fit.<\/span>\u00a0Salomon has added padding to the heel of the 4 for a secure fit and protection against burrs and other annoying things.<\/span>\u00a0The lace garage, as with the 3, is difficult to reach.<\/span>\u00a0Buy here<\/em>.<\/em><\/span> <\/p>\n
      Photo by William Rochfort Jr.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

      Bottom line: This lightweight Salomon Sense Ride4 is great for intermediate and advanced trail runners.<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Testing stats<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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      • Total distance<\/strong>: 512 miles<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Testing states<\/strong>: Colorado and Montana<\/span><\/li>\n
      • The best testing story : Our Montana-based tester spotted the snow falling in large, thick flakes while running through the North Hills, near Missoula. She stopped to take in the beauty of the area.<\/span>\u00a0She says, “I realized that I was very near to a fawn with her doe grazing.”<\/span>\u00a0The doe ran, but the fawn stopped.<\/span>\u00a0I yelled, “Wait!” and the doe stopped.<\/span>\u00a0The doe then walked away as I sang, “You’re OK,” in a sing-song voice.<\/span>\u00a0Her fawn and she continued to graze together.<\/span>\u00a0Magical.”<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        Best One-Quiver Trail-Running Shoe<\/span><\/h3>\n

        HOKA Mafate Speed 4 Trail-Running Shoes<\/span><\/h3>\n

        4.56 ReviewsView 6 reviews with an average rating 4.5 out 5 stars<\/span>\u00a0Women’s $185<\/span>\u00a04.417 reviewsView 17 reviews with an average rating 4.4 out 5 stars<\/span>\u00a0Men’s $185<\/span><\/p>\n

        Score<\/strong>\u00a096.2<\/span>Gewicht<\/strong>\u00a01 Lb.<\/span>\u00a01 oz.<\/span>\u00a0(women’s 7); 1 lb.<\/span>\u00a05 oz.<\/span>\u00a0(men’s 9)<\/span>Heel to-toe drop<\/strong>\u00a0Lower (4 mm).<\/span>Cushion<\/strong>\u00a0Maximum (31 mm stack height, women’s; 33 mm stack height, men’s)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/article>\n
        Test Results<\/strong>\u00a0– It’s lightweight, comfortable, and has great traction.<\/span>\u00a0This is the Mafate Speed 4\u00a0,’s latest offering. It was completely redesigned and our testers loved it.<\/span>\u00a0Both EVA foams are firmer in the toe and heel, but the top layer of foam is treated differently to increase foam expansion.<\/span>\u00a0This results in a soft, bouncy top and a durable layer below.<\/span>\u00a0Combining HOKA’s classic rocker sole (which slightly curves upwards to resemble a smile) with the soft top, our Colorado-based tester was able to easily move through varying terrains without complaint.<\/span>We were captivated by the shoe’s new, bright colorways and its unique shape.<\/span>\u00a0The upper is made from jacquard mesh and has a\u00a0bit<\/em>snugger design than the previous version. However, that’s not a problem.<\/span>\u00a0After her first 10 miles on the Mafate Speeds, one tester with a bunion said that she felt more secure.<\/span>\u00a0A few overlays can add some design flair and durability.<\/span>Vibram Megagrip’s outsole is lined with a host of 5-millimeter-long lugs. It has Vibram Litebase construction.<\/span>\u00a0The sticky Megagrip rubber is well-known, but it’s also heavy. Therefore, the Litebase version offers the same traction with a lighter and thinner compound.<\/span>\u00a0One of our crew members said that it didn’t matter whether I was climbing up rocks or descending down steep slopes, I felt solid.<\/span>\u00a0Although there is still some EVA foam left to cut ounces, the durability of the product was not compromised over 50 miles.<\/span>\u00a0Let’s give them a try.<\/span>\u00a0Buy here<\/em>.<\/em><\/span> <\/p>\n
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        Bottom Line: With its lower profile and the increased cushioning of the redesigned midsole, the HOKA Mafate 4 is a great combination of comfort, efficiency, and versatility.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Testing stats<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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        • Total distance<\/strong>: 82 miles<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Testing states<\/strong>\u00a0California and Colorado<\/span><\/li>\n
        • The best testing story : A Colorado-based tester was injured this summer and the Mafates appeared on the day she returned to the trails.<\/span>\u00a0She reports that she can’t see any other magic when she looks at the Mafates.<\/span>\u00a0“I was able log 4 solid miles, and they felt great every step of it.”<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          The Best Zero-Drop Trail Running Shoe<\/span><\/h3>\n

          Altra Lone Peak 6 Trail-Running Shoes<\/span><\/p>\n

          4.4228 ReviewsView 228 reviews, with an average rating 4.4 out 5 stars<\/span>\u00a0Women’s $140<\/span>\u00a04.4382 ReviewsView 382 reviews, with an average rating 4.4 out 5 stars<\/span>\u00a0Men’s $140<\/span><\/p>\n

          Score<\/strong>\u00a094%<\/span>Gewicht<\/strong>\u00a01 Lb.<\/span>\u00a01 oz.<\/span>\u00a0(women’s 7), 1 lb.<\/span>\u00a05 oz.<\/span>\u00a0(men’s 9)<\/span>Heel-to-toe drop<\/strong>\u00a0None (0 mm)<\/span>Cushion<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate (25 mm stack height)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/article>\n
          Test Results<\/strong>\u00a0– The legacy continues.<\/span>\u00a0The\u00a0Altra\u00a0Lone Peak 6 is now in its 11th year. There are a few improvements that make this version lighter than it was before.<\/span>\u00a0The kicks are also more secure.<\/span>\u00a0Altra spent the majority of their time updating the upper with the air-mesh, securing the midfoot area and ensuring a snug fit. This gives the boots confidence on technical terrain. One tester was able to describe himself as a “billy goat” when he visited Washington’s Olympic Peninsula.<\/span>The new upper is not significantly different.<\/span>\u00a0Altra switched to the EGO midsole last summer, so the Lone Peak 6 has the same proprietary blend rubber compounds that miraculously don’t weight the shoe down.<\/span>\u00a0You get a lightweight trail shoe that is lighter than other sneakers and has a wider, more comfortable last.<\/span>\u00a0One tester said that it doesn’t feel as if you’re floating on puffy clouds but that’s a good thing.<\/span>Altra kept the TPU rockplate underfoot. This means you can still get protection and a firmer platform for toeing off.<\/span>\u00a0The spacious toe box has remained unchanged.<\/span>\u00a0Lone Peaks come in a wide range of sizes, but it is\u00a0wide<\/em>.<\/span>\u00a0We recommend that you try the extended size before you buy.<\/span>\u00a0Shop here.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n
          Photo by Altra<\/span><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

          Bottom line: Are you looking for a trail shoe that is zero-drop?<\/span>\u00a0The lightweight Altra Lone Peak 6 is a great choice. It has a responsive midsole, a large toe box, and is light.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Testing statistics:<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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          • Total distance<\/strong>: 467 miles<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Testing states<\/strong>\u00a0Colorado and Washington<\/span><\/li>\n
          • The best testing story<\/strong>: A Washington-based tester was just about to climb a steep, narrow ridgeline in the Cascades. It was then that the summer heat began to scorch her skin.<\/span>\u00a0She was unable to contain her excitement at passing an alpine lake so she jumped in, shoes and all.<\/span>\u00a0She laughs, “It was freezing snowmelt waters but it felt so refreshing!”<\/span>\u00a0“The sun dried us every step as we ran the final seven miles, and it was dripping wet.”<\/span>\u00a0My Altras were completely dry by the time we reached the trailhead.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            The Best Long Distance Trail Running Shoe<\/span><\/h3>\n

            Brooks Cascadia 16 Trail Running Shoes<\/span><\/p>\n

            4.3167 ReviewsView the 167 reviews, with an average rating 4.3 out 5 stars<\/span>\u00a0Women’s $130<\/span>\u00a04.3198 ReviewsView the 198 reviews, with an average rating 4.3 out 5 stars<\/span>\u00a0Men’s $130<\/span><\/p>\n

            Score 93<\/span>Gewicht<\/strong>\u00a01 Lb.<\/span>\u00a02 oz.<\/span>\u00a0(women’s 7), 1 lb.<\/span>\u00a03 oz.<\/span>\u00a0(men’s 9)<\/span>Heel-to-toe drop<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate (8 mm)<\/span>Cushion<\/strong>\u00a0Moderate (20 mm stack height)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/article>\n
            Test Results<\/strong><\/span>Everyone loves a good comeback story and the\u00a0Brooks\u00a0Cascadia16 is no exception.<\/span>\u00a0The original Cascadia 16 trail shoe was launched in 2005. This latest version features a completely new midsole, which makes it more comfortable for long distances.<\/span>\u00a0It’s called DNA Loft v2, and it is made with a mixture of rubber, air, EVA, and rubber.<\/span>\u00a0This reduces the weight of the Cascadia 16, and makes it softer underfoot.<\/span>\u00a0After a 6-mile hike up to Cathedral Lake, a Colorado-based tester said that the last version made her feel like she had a leadfoot. However, these gave her some comfort and bounce.<\/span>\u00a0The new thermoplastic EVA rock plate provides additional stability and protection underfoot, giving confidence on steep and rooted trails.<\/span>The Cascadia Series’ upper has been a durable highlight since its inception.<\/span>\u00a0Although the technical material is still called engineered mesh, it is mostly covered with a thin layer of TPU.<\/span>\u00a0It is heavier than lighter shoes like the Saucony Peregrines (\u00a0under), but it provides superior protection, even when you are walking through talus fields higher than tree line.<\/span>\u00a0One of our testers said, “The last thing that I want to do is shred my shoes 20 miles into backcountry,”<\/span>Brooks chose a TrailTack rubber outsole, a brand new rubber outsole that can withstand a variety of terrains including scree fields, granite slabs and rooty singletrack.<\/span>\u00a0They made vertical chunks out of the outsole in the 16s. This gave them more flexibility to wrap around trail obstacles and gives them more flexibility underfoot.<\/span>\u00a0While the Cascadias won’t make you faster, they will protect you while you run farther.<\/span>\u00a0Click here.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/article>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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