The Best Trail Running Shoes of 2022
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Trail Runners
Trail running shoe technology just keeps getting better. The experts at Backpacker Magazine test the latest trail running shoes in every trail condition imaginable to make shopping for your next pair a cinch.
The Best Trail Running Shoes of 2023
We put thousands of miles on 85 different shoes over six months to find the best new models for every type of terrain
Latest in Trail Runners
What We’re Testing Now: Speed Through the Woods on This Supportive, Stable Trail Running Shoe
The Altra Superior 5 aids in a natural, comfortable stride.
Fly Down the Path with These 5 Pieces of Trail Running Gear
Pick up the pace and cover more distance with this gear designed for speed.
What We’re Testing Now: This Ultralight Trail Running Shoe Doesn’t Skimp On Comfort
The adidas Terrex Speed Ultra provides plenty of cushion without the weight.
Arc’teryx Norvan SL 2
The lightest footwear of 2021
Black Diamond Fuel
The best footwear for scrambling of 2021
Topo Athletic MTN Racer
Best footwear for big miles
Salomon Sense Ride 3
Most versatile footwear
Hoka One One Speedgoat 4
Most nimble footwear
Altra Lone Peak 4.0
Foot soldiers
The Best Gear for Summer Trail Runs
Warm weather means it's time to go farther, and get there faster. Here are our top picks for summer trail runs, from smooth singletrack to alpine ridges.
Topo Athletic Terraventure 2
Best trail runner
Deal of the Week: Merrell Trail Glove 4 Knit
Skip Prime Day and pick up this fleet-footed trail runner instead.
The Best Trail Running Shoes for Backpackers
Eat up trail miles with these fleet-footed kicks.
Treksta Libero
Grippy low-tops
SCOTT Kinabalu Enduro
Best Trail Runner
Merrell Agility Peak Flex
Stable runner
KEEN Terradora
Women’s dayhiker