trail shoes

Off-road running gear

Trail shoes are footwear designed for running or hiking on unpaved terrain—dirt paths, rocky trails, muddy slopes.

They typically feature aggressive tread patterns for grip, reinforced toe caps for protection against rocks and roots, and sturdier construction than road running shoes: I need trail shoes for this mountain race.

Also called trail runners.

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Top 200,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G