archiveTechnical

We break down the Nike Trail lineup so you can figure out which one is best for you, for whatever trails you run.

Taylor reviews the La Sportiva Akasha II, a highly technical trail shoe made for long days among roots, rocks, and mountains.

Taylor, Matt, and Robbe review the La Sportiva Cyklon, an aggressive-yet-adaptable trail shoe featuring BOA Fit System and integrated gaiter.

Taylor, Alex, Matt, and Stef review the Speedland SL:PDX, a $375 trail shoe with an array of premium features, including BOA Fit System and Carbitex plate.

Taylor, Stef, and Kyle review the Brooks Cascadia 16, a much-improved version of a classic trail shoe, now with a lighter DNA Loft v2 midsole.

Taylor and Matt review the Merrell Agility Peak 4, an aggressive trail offering that performs best in gnarly conditions.

Taylor, Alex, and Stef review the Altra Superior 5, a lightweight trail shoe for technical terrain with a removable rock plate.

Taylor reviews the La Sportiva Jackal, a superb trail offering that is with you for the long haul over any terrain.

Taylor reviews the inov-8 TrailFly Ultra G 300 Max, a max-cushion and long-lasting trail shoe that utilizes inov-8's proprietary Graphene formula.

Taylor and Matt review the Topo Athletic MTN Racer 2, a grippy trail beauty that improves off of the original (which was our favorite trail shoe of 2019).