Merrell Trail Glove–($110)
If the Vibram FiveFingers is a glove, the Trail Glove is, despite its moniker, a mitten.
If the Vibram FiveFingers is a glove, the Trail Glove is, despite its moniker, a mitten.
“Great trail shoe, good traction up and down hills, and the built-in gaiter is an innovative idea that is perfect for snow.”
“I liked how flexible it felt while toeing off. The lacing system helps to wrap the foot just right by tightening in all the right places.”
The Stable Ride makes for a gimmick-free, supportive trainer that is best suited for heavier runners with low arches and wider forefeet.
After running in them, our testers were itching to try them out on ice and snow.
“Great shoes… I just wish people stopped staring at me like I was a weirdo wearing them.”
The end product impressed our testers.
If you were told to pack one pair of running shoes for a run in a mystery destination, not knowing the weather, surface or distance, this shoe would be a reasonable choice.
This high-value, lightweight performance trainer offers a good deal of impact absorption, flex and moderate posting of the new midsole design.
Only one question matters in running shoe selection: How does it feel?