Merrell  Trail Glove 8 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's

They’ve definitely looked at reviews for their past renditions of the trail glove and have come up with their best one yet. They feel good, look good, have a better tread pattern and have their signature arch support for all your forefoot striking needs. Haven’t used them enough to comment on durability but if I was a betting man I’d say they’re gonna be just fine and probably beat out the competition. If you have a more narrow foot and are looking for shoelace tension in the latter half of your foot then these might not be for you as they have a more open toe box. Typically wear a 10 but had to go down a half size. I’ll be ordering more pairs and pray they don’t change the design too much come the trail glove 9. Keep doing what you’re doing Merrell!

I had just received my trail glove 8s and absolutely love them! I have owned every generation since Trail Glove 4, which were my favorites. After Gen 5, it seemed Merrell scrapped the wider toe box of the Trail Glove which severely reduced comfort; the Gen 6 and 7s were tighter on the sides, not to mention ugly. These return to the wider toe box, improved arch support, and it seems they reinforced the sides to prevent tearing (which was a problem with the gen 4s and 5s). Not to mention they look nicer than the previous two Gens. I'm giving these five stars, however time will tell if they are durable. But for now, I'm satisfied and highly recommend.

These are my forth or fifth Trail Gloves and I don't like the direction they went. I don't like the asymmetric tongue, if I choose to wear my shoes loose or tight the tongue just doesn't feel right. The toe box is incredibly narrow. I don't like that they got rid of the two holes at the top on one side, now I can't use a heel-lock lacing technique. They are also pretty stiff for initial fit. The tread is much more road friendly than the TG7, a trail shoe like an A/T or M/T tire should be more agressive. I think the Trail Glove 7 was better, the TG8 is a pavement shoe.

I’ll start that my review isn’t of MERRELL and just the Trail Glove 8. Every shoe needs a break in but the sole felt stiffer than previous and I had a few hot spots on the outer top of feet with the burrito tongue . The 8 has been my 4th pair of Trail Gloves and they don’t fit the same. I’d gladly rebuy the 6 or 7’s again if they were in stock to replace these 8’s. If you are replacing an old pair I recommend trying these on first before purchase because they are built differently. This design doesn’t fit me like a glove, but I’m glad they are Merrell’s.

This is my second pair. As I get older, I find my feet need more help than they did in the past. I have been walking g 5-6 miles per day and have recently discovered the barefoot style of shoes. These Trail gloves, while perhaps not as flexible in the sole as some other brands, really feel good on my feet. Plenty of room in the toe box and zero drop adhere to the barefoot style. Also the stack height is just right for me as it protects from sharp rocks. One of my absolute favorite features of these shoes is the burrito tongue. It’s genius! Typical tongues on other shoes tend to roll to the outside of my feet and become off center, making the. Uncomfortable. Trail Glove 8s do not! Nor do the Vapor Glove 7s. These are a winner for me!

Both shoes dig into my ankle on the top on the inside. I've only run 15 miles so far. Hoping they limber up?

Thank you for your interest in my purchase - I ordered the Trail Glove 8 because during lambing time I walk/chore/feed ewes/bottle lambs for 12-16 hour days! I was not disappointed in the comfort of this shoe. (during the winter I wear your Thermo Kiruna 2 Mid Waterproof - works great with a pair of wool socks!).

Thank God you got the burrito tongue back. I've been nursing a couple of TG-4's in hopes these would come back. I've had spine fusion and the burrito tongue makes it so much easier to put shoes on. Back flexibility becomes an issue. The denser sole helps a great deal for long days on my feet. Merrell barefoot shoes are all I wear. Keep these.

I loved the Trail Glove 7 but the tread wore out too quickly. The Trail Glove 8 has great tread this time but too much hard plastic around the shoe. The real problem I have is the underlying plastic by the first lace hole on the inside rubs against my ankle . I hope it becomes less stiff over time, then I would love these shoes.

Been wearing these for a week straight to get them worn in a little. I love the fit. The tongue is attached to the inside of the shoe which takes a little getting used to. Makes it nice when sliding your foot in so the tongue does not slip in to the shoe. Sole seems thicker than previous models. I like it.