Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

Be ready to tear up the trails in these Inov8 shoes. This hard-ground speedster features a fast-feeling low profile and 4 mm drop, making it ideal for speedwork and racing.
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View all Inov8 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) | 15 |
| Forefoot Stack Height (mm) | 11 |
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Upper | Mesh |
| Midsole | EVA |
| Support | Met Cradle |
| Outsole | Graphene Grip |
| Rock Plate | No |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 2.55 oz. |
| Gender | Women's |
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When I'm packing for a trip, this is the pair of shoes I reach for. They handle road and trail solidly, and I don't worry about sparing them if I end up in a gym, the way I might higher-tech shoe with fancier foams or lugs. This model is definitely lower profile, which I'm happy with for most of my weekday runs. If you need more cushion, maybe go with a different model, though I will say I though the shoe was a bit too stiff at first before it relaxed a bit after a few runs. The midsole is still on the firmer side, which I prefer. Nice wide forefoot and not mushy. I definitely prefer Inov8's new shape to whatever's going on with Altra.