Trail Running Shoe ????

[btbowers98]

Hope someone can help me. I am getting into trail running but from many high school injuries am hindered by week ankles. Does anyone know of a trail running shoe the has laces that go above the ankle for added support. If not can anyone recommend a go pair of ankle braces that arent to bulky.

Thank you

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[damxam]

Merrell All Out Blaze, they have both low cut and mid. Love them

 

[btbowers98]

Merrell All Out Blaze, they have both low cut and mid. Love them

Those seem to be more hiking boot than trail running shoes. Have you run in them?

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[DapperDan]

Kt tape is your friend!!!!
KT Tape: Ankle Stability - YouTube


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[duchntr]

I think inov8 might make an above the ankle shoe/boot.

 

[btbowers98]

I think inov8 might make an above the ankle shoe/boot.

Do you have any experience with the quality of inov8?

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[mtnrunner260]

Adidas, hoka and altra all make lightweight hikers/trail shoes.
I mean no disrespect but unless you have a lot of experience running on the roads a lightweight hiking shoe won't be holding you back on the trails.
Good luck and enjoy your new endeavor.

 

[damxam]

Those seem to be more hiking boot than trail running shoes. Have you run in them?

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Yep running over everything. Yes they are not the super lights but I have never been a fan of light flimsy shoes. Hokas are my next favorite.

 

[Violent Hippie]

Altra Lone Peak 3.5 mid mesh .

 

[btbowers98]

Altra Lone Peak 3.5 mid mesh .

Those look exactly like what i looking for but Im not familiar with that brand. Do the hold up to heavy use?


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[frosty_1]

I love my New Balance Minimus trail runners...

 

[Desk Jockey]

Those altras have been good to me. I have the low version. Note that altra are a more neutral heal shoe than most runners.

As far as durability, you are going to have to decide how much weight you are willing to accept. I have a set of Salomon’s xa pros that I like but I don’t expect them to last long. If you want a trail runner to really hold up, you are basically going to be running in a light hiker especially if you go with a mid height shoe. Also, some trail runners have very aggressive tread and use soft rubber. Great for loose soil and grip but will wear to nothing fast on pavement if you run on a mix.

 

[RCL]

Inov8

 

[backcountry_hunter]

If you're just getting back into trail running there's likely a few unfamiliar brands of shoe out there. The ones mentioned here (altra, hoka and inov8) are all fantastic from my experience.

The most durable trail runners for me have been a waffle shoe, but they won't give you the traction that some of the more aggressive treads will. On the flip side Solomon speedcross seem like they will let you run up a 90 degree face of sheer ice... but my lugs were breaking off after very little use. Find a balance and go with it. I've been using inov8 a lot this past year and love them

 

[Violent Hippie]

Durability has been good or better on the 3 pair of Altra's I've owned .

 

[dtrkyman]

I think much of the support comes from the sole and foot bed, not just the height.

 

[btbowers98]

I think much of the support comes from the sole and foot bed, not just the height.

I understand that the sole and the foot bed give support to the foot and ankle when when running normal. I am looking at the high tops due to the fact that i have the tendency to twist and roll my ankles when stepping on uneven ground and high top hiking boots have helped prevent that when hiking so i figured i would give it a try in my trail running.

 

[duchntr]

I use to have pretty weak ankles from skateboarding injuries as a kid. I heard minimalist shoes might help, so I picked some up, changed my running style and started slow and small slowly building foot and ankle strength. I don't use them much anymore, but truly do think they helped nearly rid me of my issues with shin splints and weak feet/ankles. They might help you too but cant say for sure as I'm not a foot Dr.

 

[Matt W.]

I really like the Salomon Men's XA Pro 3D GTX Trail Runners. Have been a big fan for a few years, think I am on my 3rd pair now. I wear them till they fall apart. Had one pair fall apart early on me (sole starting coming apart). Sent pics to Salomon and they replaced them. Can't ask for more than that. I even finished out the last 4 days of a sheep hunt in a pair due to boot failure. I pretty much live in these to be honest..

Amazon.com | Salomon Men's XA Pro 3D GTX Trail Runner, Black, 9.5 M US | Trail Running

 

[PSDBowhunter]

I've been a fan of Altra shoes for the last 2 years. I've ran in the Lone Peak 2.5 and the 3.0 and now the Superior 3.0. The Lone Peak mid would be a great shoe for what you are describing.

As others have mentioned, if you're able to build your ankle and foot strength up where you don't need that high ankle support, that would be ideal. Slowly allow the muscles to work and do the stabilization instead of relying on a boot or strap support.