Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

Featuring internal booties, quick-drying construction and cushioned midsoles, the women's Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 trail-running shoes thrive on long runs in rugged conditions.
Imported.
View the Merrell MTL Product LineView all Merrell Women's Trail-Running ShoesBest Use | Trail Running |
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Trail-Running Shoe Type | Rugged-Trail |
Running Shoe Cushioning | Moderate Cushion |
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 4 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 23.5 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 19.5 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Upper | Mesh/TPU |
Lining | 100% recycled mesh |
Midsole | FloatPro foam |
Outsole | Vibram Megagrip rubber |
Rock Plate | No |
Vegan | Yes |
Weight (Pair) | 15.5 ounces |
Gender | Women's |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | |
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U.S. Women's | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 |
UK | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 |
EU | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 | 39 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 43.5 |
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I took these on the GR20 (Corsica, France). After 110 extremely tough, rocky miles, the uppers have started to give way, but I expected that. The soles are in great shape, and I would continue to trust them on steep rocky slabs. One feature of the shoe I was not sure I would like is the tongue. It's very tight and does not have the flexibility and give of most tongues. This turned into a major boon on steep downhills, when my feet were held into the shoes snuggly. Barely any toe crunching! I was impressed, as I usually have to tie my shoes a special way to lock my feet in. Overall, they were up to the task of tackling the hardest hiking trail in Europe, which is what I needed them for.
Almost thought this was "the shoe" for short and mid distance technical NE rocky trail (at least for me). Low but some drop, Vibram mega grip sole, effective lace system, wide but not ridiculous toe box. These shoes have a nice comfortable fit and superb traction. Unfortunately, the mesh upper might breathe well, but it's not meant for the terrain that the rest of the shoe is asking for. Similar to others, the mesh upper tore quite quickly for me. I don't mind quick wear on real soft rubber that is meant to really stick to rock, but these tears come with the rest of the shoe still in great shape, which is saddening (see pictures). To be fair to Merrell, the rest of the shoe was good enough that I have gone ahead and given them a 2nd chance and purchased the Matryx version to see how he durability compares. Maybe I was just asking too much out of this version. Fingers crossed...a potentially great 5 star product... that I hope lasts for more than 2 months.
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I had them for a month and the holes started. 3 months in and my shoes are completely torched. I used to love Merrells but this will be my last pair.
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These were my first pair of Merrells and I love them. I’ve been looking for a comfortable light shoe I can wear for longer distances with my dogs and on trails and these have been great. So great I bought a pair for my boyfriend who loves them so much, a coworker bought a pair too!
Thank you! Happy trails!
Already have a small hole forming in the netting, but that being said- they're ridiculously comfortable and great. I am unnaturally hard on shoes, so thought I'd give Merrells a try. I would definitely buy again, but not a pair with the same type of netting!
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Fits like a glove. Hiked a Texas state park and hiked to a hummingbird festival. Comfy and stable.
Love my merrells. They were great on my montana hikes.
Thank you for sharing your adventures with us!
The shoe disappoints. The good is that it has good support, looks good and fits according to size. However, it is hard to put on because the laces are only decorative, and the shoe fits like an unyielding slip on. It's so stiff, that when you take your shoe off, the insole jack knives out of the shoe! When worn, the shoe, though nice and light, is unyielding, feeling like upper rubber in the toe area. I'm sorry that I was so enthralled with the look of the shoe, that I wore it outside, instead of trying it out inside, so I obviously can't return it.
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These shoes have amazing support and comfort. I absolutely love the way they look and the fit was true to size for me. However, I am very disappointed in the quick breakdown of the shoe with regards to the mesh covering. I began noticing small holes at the corners of the shoes where the toes and foot bend after only wearing them for a couple months. I wear these three times a week in a hospital setting, so a neat appearance is essential.
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Love this shoe but there is a huge flaw. I need to use a shoe horn to get into it and the tongue is permanently attached to both sides and curls under when inserting foot. I have to dig to pull out the tongue which is really too short. Once that is settled, it fits like a glove, very comfy and I can walk for miles without issues. Also, very flashy and I get a lot of compliments.
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