Men are taking to the hills – no not literally but they are doing more trail running that ever before. This popular sport provides excellent exercise for your body while providing a quiet solitude for your mind. Men’s trail running shoes come in very different styles and prices but the best trail shoes are those that provide stability, comfort and durability.
Adidas Response Trail Men’s Shoes is the perfect men’s trail running shoe for those who will be switching between trails and roads. This trail shoe has great traction for a variety of trails but offers cushion for transferring to road running when necessary. This allows the serious runner to continue running without pause when it is necessary to move from the trail to the road for a short period. Recommended for neutral runners. The suggested retail price for this trail shoe is $85; however, try Onlineshoes.com for up to 18% off the suggested retail price.
Men’s Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra provides the traction you need to take on any trails. This men’s trail running shoe has just the right amount of cushion to provide you comfort while taking on the long distance trail. The shoes have moderate guidance and are lightweight at 13.7 ounces. Be careful of the size because some reviews say the shoes run small. Average retail price is about $115 but worth the price.
Men’s Puma Complete Trailfox II is the best trail running shoe for the serious competition trail runner. These shoes are only 10.2 ounces but still provide a durable, comfortable trail shoe. Runners will appreciate the performance of this show on a variety of trails, which makes this an ideal trail shoe if you run in several different terrains. They are a great deal at about $100 (Google for the best deals).
Brooks Cascadia 4 was awarded Editor’s Choice by Runner’s World in April 2009. This trail shoe is perfect for all terrains but still has just enough cushion for a short burst on the road. The versatility of this trail shoe makes the price of approximately $100 worthwhile because this trail shoe will go anywhere with you. The BioMoGo midsole is eco-friendly but still durable and high performance.
Hardrock Mid 09 GTX is the shoe for the serious trail runner who wants to push himself to the limit and needs a shoe that will keep up with him. This trail shoe wraps up durability, stability, performance, comfort and traction in a lightweight, waterproof shoe. The suggested retail price for this men’s trail shoe is $150; however, for the serious trail runner this shoe is worth every penny.
