Honoring its Portland roots, the GL:PDX is not just a shoe, it's a tribute to the spirit of exploration and adventure. Every design detail, from the homage to the Forest Park Trail System to the overall performance, works in harmony to elevate your trail experience.
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Women's Trail Shoes
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Daily Trainer TrailDaily Trainer Trail
Daily Trainer Trail running shoes are reliable and versatile. They are great for a broad range of surfaces and used by beginner and advanced trail runners.
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Max Cushion TrailMax Cushion Trail
Max Cushion Trail shoes deliver ultimate comfort. They have tons of cushioning, making them great for running long distances.
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Performance Trail | Sub-UltraPerformance Trail | Sub-Ultra
Performance Trail running shoes are nimble and agile. They tend to be light and are the choice for many who run sub-ultra trail races. They are also great for those seeking a fast and free experience.
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Super Trail | Race UltraSuper Trail | Race Ultra
Super Trail shoes are built for the best trail runners in the world. You don't have to be elite to benefit from the best technology available in these shoes. Whether racing an ultra or just looking for an assist, Super Trail shoes deliver the best trail performance.
Women's Running Shoes by Surface
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Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
Road running shoes feature smooth outsoles that are designed for running on paved surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and bike paths.
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Smooth Trails & FireroadsSmooth Trails & Fireroads
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.
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Rocky & Technical TrailsRocky & Technical Trails
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.
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Soft & Muddy TrailsSoft & Muddy Trails
Designed for use in muddy, soggy conditions, these shoes feature very aggressive outsoles that dig deep into soft ground for exceptional traction.
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Snowy & Icy TrailsSnowy & Icy Trails
These shoes feature technical outsoles designed to grip snowy and icy trails making them ideal for winter trail running.
Cushioning Level
Cushioning level, or stack height, refers to how much shoe is between your foot and the ground. For this category, we reference the amount of cushioning below the forefoot as the heel height will be equal to or greater than the forefoot height.
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Barefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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Minimal
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.
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Low
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.
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Medium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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High
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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Maximal
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.
Stability Level
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Neutral Running Shoes
Neutral shoes support the foot through a normal range of arch collapse and generally do not have a built-in technology to correct movement.
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Stability
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.
Product Details:
Introducing the Speedland GL:PDX, the trail running shoe for those who refuse to settle for less than perfection. Designed for technical terrain, it's packed with features that elevate your performance without compromise.
Directly underfoot, a two-part midsole delivers an optimal balance of protective cushioning and responsive performance. The external carrier foam is beaded 100% HTPU for durable bounce, while the internal drop-in core adds exceptional comfort and performance. This proprietary internal core is removable, to add an optional Carbitex GearFlex carbon fiber plate (sold separately) if you wish.
The GL:PDX's upper offers the peak of customizable fit and security. Its high-tenacity mesh incorporates a PerformFit Wrap engaged by the Li2 dial of the BOA Fit System. The multi-directional dial allows precise micro-adjustments for instant on-the-fly changes that traditional laces can't match.
Traction is a non-issue with the Michelin Fiber Lite outsole. With aggressive 6.5 mm lugs, this shoe grips wet, loose, and rocky surfaces with ease. Whether you're sprinting through mud or maneuvering over sharp rocks, you'll feel confident with every step.
With the Speedland GL:PDX, you get a shoe that offers top-tier performance, a custom fit, and unbeatable responsiveness. Ready to conquer the trails? This is the shoe for you.
What You'll Love:
- Micro-adjustable upper for a customized fit
- Deep aggressive lugs for confident multi-surface traction
- Exceptional comfort, performance, and connection
Model Number: GL:PDX
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Shoe Specs
Weight: | 10.5 oz 298 g |
Heel Stack: | 34 mm |
Forefoot Stack: | 29 mm |
Heel-Toe Offset: | 5 mm |
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Heel Width: | Snug |
Midfoot Fit: | Average |
Toe Box Fit: | Wide |
How We Measure Our Shoe Specs
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We measure every shoe in-house to provide accurate and consistent details.
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Weight
The weight is based on a Men's size 9 for Men's and Unisex shoes or Women's size 8 for Women's shoes. The weight listed is for a single shoe, including the laces.
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Heel Stack
The heel stack refers to how high your heel sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Forefoot Stack
Forefoot stack refers to how high the ball of the foot sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Heel-toe Offset
Heel-toe offset (drop) is the difference in height between the heel stack and the forefoot stack. We use the number given to us by the brand.
How We Measure Shoe Fit
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All measurements are based on Medium width.
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Fit (width) options are Narrow - Snug - Average - Roomy - Wide.
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Sizing (length) options are Short - True - Long. Note: fit is relative to the "average" running shoe.
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We partner with SmartLast, a program by Heeluxe, to use advanced shoe-measuring technology, to provide objective measurements for toe box, midfoot, and heel widths as well as overall length.
Cushioning Level
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BarefootBarefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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MinimalMinimal
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.
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LowLow
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.
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MediumMedium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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HighHigh
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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MaximalMaximal
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.
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- Beaded 100% HTPU foam is supercritical aliphatic TPU for higher energy return, superior abrasion resistance, and long-lasting performance. This external bottom layer acts as a carrier for the internal drop-in core.
- Proprietary drop-in core foam is a supercritical blend of OBC, EVA, and nylon compounds for a slightly plusher but still responsive underfoot experience. This thick layer (15 mm heel / 10 mm forefoot) is removable to insert the optional Carbitex GearFlex carbon fiber plate (sold separately).
OUTSOLE
- Michelin OC1 rubber with Fiber Lite delivers a superb balance of sticky grip and high durability across variable surfaces.
- 6.5 mm lugs offer deep traction on softer dirt, mud, and loose terrain. The tips are cuttable if you wish to trim them shorter, for example if you're almost exclusively on very dry and hard-packed trails.
- Optional drainage hole under the arch comes sealed but gives you the option to cut it open if desired.
UPPER
- High-tenacity mesh is tightly woven for durability, protection, foot lockdown, and defense against fine debris, with a reverse strap closure for added security.
- BOA Fit System utilizes a multi-directional Li2 dial to engage the PerformFit Wrap. This dial offers micro-adjustability in both directions, allowing you to instantly tighten the fit for bombing technical descents and loosen the fit for comfort as quickly and as often as you like.