Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

Rain in the forecast? Get out on the trails anyway in these waterproof New Balance trail-running shoes. Their grippy tread gives you superior traction on both wet and dry terrain.
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View all New Balance Women's Trail-Running ShoesBest Use | Trail Running |
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Trail-Running Shoe Type | Light-Trail |
Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 4 |
Heel Stack Height (mm) | 42 |
Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 38 |
Footwear Height | Ankle |
Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
Waterproof | Yes |
Upper | Synthetic/mesh |
Midsole | Fresh Foam X with Bio EVA |
Support | Dual-density Fresh Foam X |
Outsole | Vibram Megagrip |
Rock Plate | No |
Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 3.4 oz. |
Gender | Women's |
Type of Waterproofing | GORE-TEX Invisible Fit |
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 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 |
EU | 35 | 36 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 |
Foot Length (in.) | 8.5 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 9.1 | 9.3 | 9.4 | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.2 | 10.4 | 10.6 | 10.8 | 11 | 11.2 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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I've been wearing X More trail for years. It was discontinued. Bought the Hierro in my normal size 6...too small, too narrow. Exchanged for 6.5 extra wide and the shoe is still too narrow in the toe box, too narrow on the instep/toe box height too low. I used to recommend NB Trail to everyone but not anymore.
For my first pair of trail runners, I’m impressed! I do trail hiking and site seeing (not running) and am breaking these in for an upcoming Europe trip in the Alps and city site seeing. These fit true to size. Very comfortable and cushioned with a lot of traction. A bit squeaky when walking on polished concrete or indoor surfaces, but it is subsiding the more I use them. Overall recommend, but have only walked about 10 miles in them so far.
I have several pairs of New Balance that are the standard toe width. These seem to be tighter which is causing a rubbing on my little toe. I should have purchased the wider tie but I based it off all my other pairs.
Absolutely LOVE these hiking shoes. Recently visited Colorado and even had people on the trail complimenting them. Comfy , supportive and very good traction,
They are waterproof, non-slip and provide very good support and stability. They also looked stylish and well-designed. Shoes size are perfect fit.
Comfy trainers and a great hiking shoe but if you’re looking for a waterproof trainer then you shouldn’t buy these.
Would 1000% recommend this shoes for hiking, long distance walks, terrain paths. Very comfortable
Perfect for trail running. Excellent grip, soft cushioning and nice color.