Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

For those who seek speed and agility on the trails, these adidas trail-running shoes are the answer. They offer a balance of lightness and responsive cushioning. The rubber soles provide superb grip.



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View the adidas Terrex Product LineView all adidas Men's Trail-Running Shoes| Best Use | Trail Running |
|---|---|
| Trail-Running Shoe Type | Light-Trail |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Maximum Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 8 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 43 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 35 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Mesh with TPU overlays |
| Lining | Textile |
| Midsole | Lightstrike Pro |
| Support | Energy Rods |
| Outsole | Continental® rubber |
| Rock Plate | No |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 3 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
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Great traction. Lightweight. Comfortable on descents.
Out of the box they were beautifully cushioned. However, after a week of wearing, the cushioning is disappearing quickly. The upper is quite flimsy and I have no idea how long it will hold together. The retainer strap on top of the tongue is thin and the elasticated retainers connecting the tongue to the inners mean that when you put your foot in the tongue disappears down the shoe every time I put them on. I have spent a lot of money I didn’t really have because my previous Free-Hiker 2s have lost their cushioning after many miles. Sadly the FH3 does not have the rocker sole like the 2s so I am left with using substandard and very expensive shoes. Not happy, Can’t return so can’t recommend.
I’m a sz. 9.5 and ordered a 9.5. My foot is on the narrow side w low arches. This shoe is wide in the toe box, which is fine, I had some puckering when lacing up. The shoe is also super long in the toe box! I had at least 1.5 inches extra in the toe box, at least! Tht thing was looong lol my foot was swimming in this thing. I returned because all other close sizes were sold out, otherwise I would’ve exchanged. I’m hoping I just got a bad pair because no one else has said anything abt the sizing being off. I might reorder for a 1/2 SIZE DOWN. Let’s see how tht goes.
These shoes are comfortable and a great fit! Did I 50k in them and feet felt great after my run.
Very fast on flat and gravely terrain. Non technical ground these are genuinely great. They roll you forward and feel only marginally slower than the Audios Pro 4s. however they suffer when the ground is technical or if the mud is sunbaked and there's lots of ankle rolling holes, these shoes make you roll your ankles when the dirt is cambered or not smooth. They don't descend well, even on smooth terrain either, I am 72kg and feel like the heel is bottoming. I need to lean forward and run more aggressive on steep descents to compensate. compared to other shoes I've run and raced in these are way less stable but way faster if the terrain is simple. Will reserve these for the low elevation runs and races and use a more technical suited trainer when things are steeper
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Out the box ran a 41 mile ultra. Shouldn’t have don’t this but who cares. Loved the fit, loved the shoe. Will definitely order a back up pair.
I’m loving Adidas Agravic Terrex family! Trainers bounce power up from the ground yet giving perfect balance and moto every step. I can feel the grip even when landing from jumping off potholes. Its breathable mesh helps cooling the feet quickly. Comfortable with or without socks. Reduces incredibly impact making me less tired and painful after a running session. Ideal for trail but also very good for indoors high intensity training. I’m preferring adidas to other famous brands for. It’s quality and fitting
I was hoping these would breathe some new life into my trail running this yr. Mission accomplished, but for a reason I wasn't necessarily expecting. i was expecting a peppy & fast ride, but the nimbleness has been a pleasant surprise. The only tidbit I can add is that the lacing is sensitive. On my second trail run I laced the right shoe a little too tight and it completely changed the comfort/behavior of the shoe. so now make sure i get them laced just right as the sawtooth laces do stay tight.
Fabric seems of poor quality nearly like an imitation, no ankle support, I ordered a half size bigger and they’re still tight enough, nothing like the usual adidas quality , I have plenty other adidas boots and shoes for hiking that are brilliant but not these , bought these for an upcoming Camino trip but I couldn’t use them to be honest ,, the sole construction is far different to what the picture shows , the heel inside is much nearer the ground not offering as much cushioning as expected,
Amazing show for its purpose of trail running. Broke them in before doing an ultra marathon and it was amazing.


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