The Best All-Mountain Trail Running Shoes, Right Now

How I tested and chose the best trail running shoes

When it comes to finding the best trail running shoes, I approach every new release with a critical eye and a commitment to honest, no-fluff reviews.

Every shoe featured in this roundup has been thoroughly tested by myself, on real trails, in all kinds of weather, and over technical terrain that pushes each shoe to its limits.

This hands-on approach helps me cut through the marketing noise and figure out which shoes actually deliver on their promises.

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Quality, practical running gear reviews. I review road and trail running gear from affordable entry-level daily trainers through to the fastest carbon fiber plated race day shoes. As well as featuring cool new gear from the best running brands, I also create gear roundups to help you choose the best products based on review performance - visit www.alastairrunning.com for all those and more! I also review other lifestyle gadgets and gear from time to time.

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I stay independent and objective, and every review you watch on my Youtube Channel reflects my real-world experience. I want to help you find the trail shoe that fits your needs, not just the one that’s trending.

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