Daily Trainer Trail running shoes are reliable and versatile. They're great for a broad range of surfaces and are used by beginner and advanced trail runners alike. They're approachable and durable, so you can confidently start or continue your trail running journey here.

Max Cushion Trail shoes deliver ultimate underfoot protection and comfort. They most often have thicker or plusher cushioning, making them great for training and running longer distances with improved protection for your soles and joints.

Performance Trail running shoes are nimble, agile, and fast. Typically lightweight and lower to the ground, they're the choice for many who run sub-ultra (less than 50K) trail races. They're also great if you want a fast and free experience, letting you feel more connected on technical terrain.

Super Trail shoes are built for optimized performance over the longest distances. Often seen on the feet of the best trail racers in the world, you don't have to be elite to benefit from the pinnacle technology in these shoes. Whether racing an ultra or just looking for an energy assist, Super Trail shoes deliver the most trail performance.

Road running shoes feature smooth outsoles that are designed for running on paved surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and bike paths.

Designed to handle most trail runs, these shoes prioritize comfort and a smooth ride. These shoes are great for anything from smooth singletrack, park trails, and fireroads making them ideal for those who run from their doorstep on streets before hitting the trail.

These shoes are best used for hard, rugged trails such as shale, granite or sandstone where grip on smooth surfaces and underfoot protection are important.

Designed for use in muddy, soggy conditions, these shoes feature very aggressive outsoles that dig deep into soft ground for exceptional traction.

These shoes feature technical outsoles designed to grip snowy and icy trails making them ideal for winter trail running.

Stack height refers to how much shoe is between your foot and the ground. For this category, we reference the amount of material below the forefoot, as the heel height will be equal to or greater than the forefoot height.

Learn more about stack heights and how we measure them.

14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.

19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.

24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that falls near the middle of the spectrum. The shoes in this category are versatile and great for all types of runs and distances.

29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.

35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.

Neutral shoes support the foot through a normal range of arch collapse and generally do not have built-in technology to correct movement.

Stability shoes are a great option for those who overpronate or need added support. These shoes help to limit the inward rolling motion of the ankle while running or walking and assist in guiding the foot straight through the gait cycle.