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Comparing Trail Running Shoes for Women

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Price $130 List
$130.00 at REI		$190 List$84.99 at Amazon
Compare at 2 sellers		$136.44 at Amazon
Compare at 2 sellers		$195 List
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Pros Comfortable, great traction, affordable, durable, packs out to fit your foot shapeGreat weight distribution, stable architecture, breathable upper, well-tractionedSupremely comfortable, spacious toe box, far more durable than previous models, great stabilityAmazing traction, very protective, durable outsole, specific fitUltra lightweight, spacious toe box, secure-fitting midfoot, incredibly sensitive
Cons Might be too cushioned for some runners, slightly less sensitiveLace pocket is difficult to use, tight collar can bite into the ankle, pricyZero-drop isn't for everyone, might be too soft for someHigh heel feels less stable, narrow fit won't suit everyone, lugs wear down on pavementPricy, less protective, less equipped for long distances
Bottom Line A great all-around trail shoe that hosts some of our favorite protective features, all for a relatively affordable priceA great trail shoe that offers a streamlined fit with a grippy, confidence-inspiring outsole built to tackle the most technical terrainThis zero-drop trail runner takes trail running comfort to a whole new and ultra-protective levelWith an aggressive outsole and exceptional protective features, this trail running shoe is a great choice for the sloppiest terrainFor middle-distance trail runs, this featherweight shoe is ready to take on technical terrain with its great traction, supreme sensitivity, and adequate protection
Rating Categories Hoka Torrent 3 - Wo... Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3 Altra Lone Peak 7 -... Salomon Speedcross 6 Nnormal Kjerag - Wo...
Foot Protection (25%)
7.0
7.0
7.0
9.0
6.5
Traction (20%)
8.0
8.0
7.0
9.0
7.0
Sensitivity (15%)
7.0
9.0
7.0
7.0
9.5
Stability (15%)
9.0
8.0
9.0
6.0
7.0
Comfort and Fit (15%)
8.0
8.0
9.0
6.0
6.5
Weight (10%)
8.0
6.9
6.7
5.8
10.0
Specs Hoka Torrent 3 - Wo... Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3 Altra Lone Peak 7 -... Salomon Speedcross 6 Nnormal Kjerag - Wo...
Measured Weight (per shoe, size 6.5) 7.52 oz 8.05 oz 8.14 oz 8.54 oz 6.61 oz
Measured Lug Depth 4 mm 3.5 mm 4 mm 6 mm 3 mm
Sizes Available 5 - 11 US 4 - 13 US 5.5 - 12 US 5 - 11 US 6 - 13.5 US (unisex)
Measured Heel-to-Toe Drop 5 mm 8 mm 0 mm 13 mm 8 mm
Measured Heel Stack Height 26 mm 27 mm 23 mm 34 mm 23.5 mm
Measured Forefoot Stack Height 21 mm 19 mm 23 mm 21 mm 15.5 mm
Claimed Heel-to-Toe Drop 5 mm 8 mm 0 mm 10 mm 6 mm
Claimed Heel Stack Height Not stated 29 mm 25 mm 32 mm Not stated
Claimed Forefoot Stack Height Not stated 21 mm 25 mm 22 mm Not stated
Measured Outsole Length 10.25 in 10.44 in 10.25 in 10.63 in 10.31 in
Measured Outsole Width 4.11 in 3.92 in 3.94 in 3.72 in 3.93 in
Upper Mesh Anti-Debris mesh with sockliner Mesh Textile/synthetic Matryx jacquard/kevlar coated yarn
Midsole EVA Energy Save PU foam with Profeel Film rock protection Altra EGO Foam Energy Cell+ EExpure foam
Outsole Rubber Salomon Contagrip MA MaxTrac rubber Rubber Vibram Litebase Megagrip
Measured Outsole Hardness 63 HA 71 HA 66 HA 68 HA 69 HA
Rock Plate No Not disclosed Yes Not disclosed No
Heel Tab Type None None Finger loop None None
Wide Version Available No Yes No No No