Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

Stay grounded with these KEEN trail shoes. They have lower-profile cushion and KEEN.ReGENX midsoles for a closer-to-the-trail feel. A rock plate adds stability and protection on rocky ground.
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View all KEEN Women's Trail-Running Shoes| Best Use | Trail Running |
|---|---|
| Trail-Running Shoe Type | Light-Trail |
| Running Shoe Cushioning | Minimal Cushion |
| Heel-to-Toe Drop (mm) | 4 |
| Heel Stack Height (mm) | 27 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 23 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Performance mesh and synthetic |
| Lining | Breathable mesh |
| Midsole | Light, compression-resistant KEEN.ReGENX foam |
| Support | ESS bruise plate |
| Outsole | KEEN.ALL-TERRAIN rubber |
| Rock Plate | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 4.99 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
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I tested these shoes across multiple trail runs ranging from 5K to 15K, on packed dirt, loose rock, and sand. Right out of the box, they look and feel more like a road running shoe than a true trail shoe, with some added traction thrown in. On the trail, the lack of ankle support was noticeable for me, particularly on loose rock and sand. The soles are also quite stiff, which made it hard to maintain a natural gait. As someone who typically runs in zero or low drop shoes, this was one of my bigger frustrations with them. The toe box runs narrow, which wasn't an issue early in a run but became uncomfortable as my feet swelled in the heat (mid-80s to low-90s here in the Midwest). By the end of longer runs, the fit felt noticeably tighter. The materials overall feel a bit cheap for the price point. On the positive side, the mesh uppers are genuinely breathable, which is a real plus for hot weather training. If you're an experienced trail runner, you'll probably want to look elsewhere. But if you're newer to trails and want something that bridges the gap between road and trail without feeling totally foreign, these could work as a starting point. I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review.
These running shoes have good support and a wide toe box that I need! The arch support is adequate and you can add your own orthotics!


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