No categories, possibly some blurred lines as far as “2025” goes.. hey.. this is my list! I’m here for the debate!
Many, many options to choose from..
I didn’t want to box myself into any kind of arbitrary categories so the emphasis here will be on MY top picks.
That being the case, there are SO MANY GOOD TRAIL RUNNING SHOES on the market right now, with many being released just this year.
Choosing just 5 is a tough ask, so I’m also throwing in some alternatives and comparable options.
Maybe some “potentials” that I just haven’t had the time to test as extensively as others.
Perhaps some future contenders or intriguing shoes that are in the testing pipeline..
Who knows?
Check out my picks!
I’ve been busy testing testing testing - and thought this would be a good spot to send this one out in lieu of the bi-weekly newsletter. Trying to keep my promise to you of only bi-weekly spam!
Please find my affiliate links below to all of the shoes in contention for “Best Trail Running Shoes of the first 2/3’s of 2025” list. Clicking though these links does help me out, so thank you!
My next newsletter will probably be more gear-focused, as I do have a pile of apparel and other stuff I’m testing along with all the shoes. Thank you for signing up and following along!
AFFILIATE LINKS & PROMOS
Arc’teryx Norvan LD 4 - REI ($170)
Arc’teryx Sylan Pro - REI ($161 - SALE!!!)
HOKA Mafate 5 - REI ($185)
La Sportiva Prodigio Pro - REI ($225)
La Sportiva Prodigio Max - Backcountry ($185)
norda 005 - Backcountry ($325)
norda 008 - Backcountry ($145)
On Cloudultra Pro - REI ($260)
S/LAB Pulsar 4 - Salomon ($220)
The North Face Vectiv Infinite 3 - REI ($160)
The North Face Vectiv Enduris 4 - REI ($160)
The North Face Vectiv Sky 2 - REI ($200)
The North Face Vectiv Pro 3 - REI ($250)
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