Trail Running

Trail running shoes for everything from packed singletrack to muddy ultra distance. We carry Merrell, On Running, Oboz, Saucony, Hoka, and Altra. Our staff can help you find the right fit by phone, chat, or in person at one of our stores. Free shipping on orders over $60.

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Smartwool Ski Zero Cushion OTC Socks
Smartwool
Ski Zero Cushion OTC Socks
$29.00
Altra Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX Hiking Shoe – Men's
Black Dusty Olive
Altra
Olympus 6 Hike Low GTX Hiking Shoe – Men's
2 colors
$209.95
The North Face Cedar Grid Fleece Quarter Zip – Men's
The North Face
Cedar Grid Fleece Quarter Zip – Men's
$80.00
The North Face Cedar Grid Fleece Full Zip Jacket – Men's
Summit Navy Smoked Pearl
The North Face
Cedar Grid Fleece Full Zip Jacket – Men's
3 colors
$100.00
Altra Mont Blanc Carbon Running Shoe – Women's
White/Coral White/Lime
Altra
Mont Blanc Carbon Running Shoe – Women's
2 colors
$274.95
The North Face On The Short – Kids'
The North Face
On The Short – Kids'
$45.00
Smartwool Hudson Fleece Vest – Men's
Smartwool
Hudson Fleece Vest – Men's
$82.80
Smartwool Hudson Fleece Half Zip Sweater – Men's
GU
Smartwool Hudson Fleece Half Zip Sweater – Men's
$100.80
Altra King MT Running Shoe – Men's
Altra
King MT Running Shoe – Men's
$139.95
Altra King MT Running Shoe – Women's
Altra
King MT Running Shoe – Women's
$159.95
SaleOboz Whakata Sandal – Women's
Oboz
Whakata Sandal – Women's
$69.97$110.00
Oboz Sphinx Pull-On Insulated B-Dry Boot – Women's
Oboz
Sphinx Pull-On Insulated B-Dry Boot – Women's
$79.99
Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Winding Crew Socks
Smartwool
Hike Light Cushion Winding Crew Socks
$24.50
Smartwool Hike Full Cushion Lolo Crew Socks
Ash Charcoal Fossil Medium Gray Winter Moss
Smartwool
Hike Full Cushion Lolo Crew Socks
4 colors
$24.30
Smartwool Everyday Hudson Crew Socks
Charcoal Nightfall Blue
Smartwool
Everyday Hudson Crew Socks
2 colors
$23.50
Vivobarefoot Primus Trail Knit FG, Off-Road Shoe with Barefoot Sole - Men's
Vivobarefoot
Primus Trail Knit FG, Off-Road Shoe with Barefoot Sole - Men's
$139.99
Altra Lone Peak All-Weather Mid 2 Hiking Boot – Women's
Altra
Lone Peak All-Weather Mid 2 Hiking Boot – Women's
$119.95
SaleOboz Whakata Puffy Insulated Shoe – Women's
Panthera Shooting Star Yukon
Oboz
Whakata Puffy Insulated Shoe – Women's
3 colors
$29.83$100.00
Teva Midform Boot – Women's
Black Feather Grey
Teva
Midform Boot – Women's
2 colors
$149.95
Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Crew Sock – Women's
Smartwool
Run Targeted Cushion Crew Sock – Women's
$24.00
Smartwool Run Targeted Cushion Crew Socks
Smartwool
Run Targeted Cushion Crew Socks
$27.00
Teva ReEmber Bootie - Men's
Teva
ReEmber Bootie - Men's
$79.95
The North Face Cragstone Leather Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot – Men's
The North Face
Cragstone Leather Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot – Men's
$164.95
The North Face Alpenglow V Waterproof Boot – Kids'
TNF Black/Vanadis Grey Vanadis Grey/Meld Grey
The North Face
Alpenglow V Waterproof Boot – Kids'
3 colors
$85.00

What to look for in trail running

Three things matter on trail: traction, protection, and how the shoe handles your local dirt. A 4mm lug works fine on gravel and packed singletrack. For mud, wet rock, or technical terrain you'll want 5mm or deeper. Protection means a rock plate or a stiff midsole that keeps stones from being a problem. Stack height matters too. A high-stack trail shoe gives you cushion for long runs but can feel tippy on rocky descents. Most trail runners are happiest in a 25–32mm stack with a moderate lug.

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FAQ

Are trail shoes worth it if I only run road?

No. The lugs make road running slower and less comfortable, and you'll wear the outsole faster. Get a road shoe for road, a trail shoe for trail.

Can I use trail shoes for hiking?

Most trail running shoes work for day hikes up to 8 to 10 miles on dry trails. For wet, rocky, or pack-loaded hiking you'll want a hiker with more torsional stiffness.

Do you carry waterproof trail shoes?

Yes. Gore-Tex versions of popular trail shoes are usually in stock. Worth knowing: GTX shoes keep water out until water gets in, then they hold it. Pick GTX for cold and wet, not for summer.

What about ankle support?

Most trail shoes are low-cut. Strong ankles come from running on uneven ground, not from shoe collars. If you've sprained a lot, a mid-cut hiker for technical days is a reasonable pick.

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