Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

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Don't shy away from the less traveled trails. With the cushion and grip of the men's Merrell Nova 3 Waterproof trail-running shoes, you'll be ready to tackle the rough, rugged and remote miles.
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View the Merrell Nova Product LineView all Merrell Men'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) | 8 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 29 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 21 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Waterproof | Yes |
Upper | Mesh/TPU |
Lining | 100% recycled mesh |
Midsole | Super Rebound Compound |
Outsole | Vibram TC5+ rubber |
Rock Plate | Yes |
Vegan | Yes |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 7 oz. |
Gender | Men's |
Sustainability | Contains recycled materials |
Type of Waterproofing | Merrell Dry waterproof/breathable membrane |
7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 | |
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U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
UK | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 14 |
EU | 40 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 | 48 | 49 | 50 |
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I bought these to replace some Agility Flexes. They are a bit heavier but more cushy and they fit more like a Moab than a Trail Glove obviously. I'm still getting used to them but I think they are solidly made and will last. I would definitely recommend them for hiking / trail running.
Great shoes right out of the box! The first week I had these shoes, I put over 40 miles of trail running and hiking on them in the Pacific Northwest, from the Oregon coast to Rainier and North Cascades. No break-in time at all, super comfortable and very lightweight (my preference). It was dry so the waterproof-ness wasn't tested. True to size.
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I am a male and have a 14W foot. I enjoyed this product for about a week before I tightened my shoe lace. one of the eyelets simply pulled away from the shoe. It was glued on and never stitched in.
Not very breathable which can get pretty uncomfortable in higher temps. Otherwise, fit is true, I like the amount of cushioning on trail and rocks, and the bottoms are grippy.
Very comfortable right out of the box. They have been awesome shoes so far.
Excellent shoes. I wear them every where. Very comfortable.
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Very comfortable for walking around a city in rainy weather.
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