(3.4 / 5) Pros
- Great traction
- Snug fit
- No drop
- Lightweight
Cons
- Tight fit
- Potentially weak longterm materials
Our Take:
The Merrell Women’s Glove 4 Trail Runner is a “barefoot” all-purpose athletic shoe that will give your feet comfortable in a variety of different activities.
Whether it is the gym or a jog in nature, these trail runners provide lightweight support and enough traction to help you conquer your fitness goals.
The Glove 4’s give you a nice snug feel with no drop in the back and the mid and then lots of room in the toes to provide you with the space you need upfront.
There’s good padding on the bottom and the sides without any rub in the back.
You also get great depth on the bottom lugs to handle the surprises of the outdoors.
Our only complaint is the snugness of the shoe in the middle, and the back is a bit narrow.
For most people, this isn’t a problem, but for those with wider feet, be aware that these can fit tight.
Long-term durability can also be problematic in some of these shoes as Merrell does experience complaints of their heels wearing out fast, but this can be a case by case basis.
Best Overall Womens Trail Runners:
- Salomon Women’s Speedcross 4 - Best For Runners
- Snug Fit with little drop
- Perfect for outdoors running and hiking
- Lightweight
- Stiffness
- Not great for city walking
- Altra Women’s Lone Peak 3
- Wide Toe Box
- Mesh and well placed synthetic uppers
- Extra cushion in the sole
- Too cushiony for some runners,
- Problems with blisters
- KEEN Women’s Oakridge
- Waterproof and breathable
- Lots of moisture and odor protection inside the shoe
- Plenty of grip on the outsole
- They have a very stiff feel
- Adidas Women’s Rockadia
- Super lightweight
- Good traction in the outsole
- Molded foam footbed for added comfortable fit on your foot
- Mesh uppers offer lots of ventilation
- Constant heel rubbing
- Stiff feel
- Merrell Women’s Glove 4
- Great traction
- Snug fit
- No drop
- Lightweight
- Tight fit
- Potentially weak longterm materials
Editors Rating:
(4.7 / 5)
| Shoe Style | Trail Runners |
| Waterproof | No |
| Sex | Women |
| Current Price | Price not available |
Salomon Women’s Speedcross 4 W Trail Runner is an incredibly comfortable trail running shoe that will help you tear through the outdoors like you’re running on a treadmill. Salmon’s are at the top of the game when it comes to shoes built for the outdoors specifically.
Editors Rating:
(4.1 / 5)
| Shoe Style | Trail Runners |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Sex | Women |
| Current Price | Price not available |
The Altra Women’s Lone Peak 3 Trail Runner is great for those looking for a trail runner with a lot of toe room. The toe box on these shoes is incredibly generous and will help you find space in the front of the shoe where other shoes leave your toes stuffed like sardines.
Editors Rating:
(3.8 / 5)
| Shoe Style | Trail Runners |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Sex | Women |
| Current Price | Price not available |
The KEEN Women’s Oakridge Waterproof Shoe is durable, tough trail runner that will keep you light on your feet while still able to handle tough terrain. The uppers are made from waterproof, lightweight leather and mesh for protection and breathability.
Editors Rating:
(3.6 / 5)
| Shoe Style | Trail Runners |
| Waterproof | No |
| Sex | Women |
| Current Price | Price not available |
The Adidas Performance Women’s Rockadia W Trail Runner will offer you really good support for a lightweight running shoe on or off the trail. The uppers include a durable mesh and synthetic textile materials for ventilation and toughness.
Editors Rating:
(3.4 / 5)
| Shoe Style | Trail Runners |
| Waterproof | No |
| Sex | Women |
| Current Price | Price not available |
The Merrell Women’s Glove 4 Trail Runner is a “barefoot” all-purpose athletic shoe that will give your feet comfortable in a variety of different activities. Whether its the gym or a jog in nature these trail runners provide lightweight support and enough traction to help you conquer your fitness goals.
Best Sellers: Womens Trail Runners
- Rearfoot GEL Cushioning System: Attenuates shock during impact phase and allows for a smooth transition to midstance.
- Removable Sockliner: A sockliner which can be removed to accommodate a medical orthotic.
- Trail Specific Outsole: Reversed lugs provide uphill and downhill traction on all types of terrain.
- AHAR Outsole: Acronym for ASICS High Abrasion Rubber. Placed in critical areas of the outsole for exceptional durability.
- High-abrasion rubber
- All-terrain trail running shoes for women
- Regular fit
- Abrasion-resistant mesh upper breathes for long-range comfort
- EVA midsole for lightweight cushioning
- Traxion outsole maximizes grip in all directions
- Rearfoot GEL Cushioning System: Attenuates shock during impact phase and allows for a smooth transition to midstance.
- SpEVA Midsole Material: Improves bounce back characteristics and decreases midsole breakdown.
- DuoMax Support System: A dual density midsole system positioned to enhance support and stability, positioned sport specifically.
- Trusstic System Technology: Reduces the weight of the sole unit while retaining the structural integrity of the shoe.
- Trail Specific Outsole: Reversed lugs provide uphill and downhill traction on all types of terrain.
- Progressive in design, grippy and comfortable in delivery, the MADCROSS GTX will appeal to those with an alternative taste for trail adventuring. Featuring a softer midsole for a cushy reception, GORE-TEX membrane, and multi-directional lugs set in a traction-packed outsole, this trail runner is a multi-tasker. Perfect for adventurous pathfinders.
- Grip at first sight. Multi-directional lugs with additional lateral teeth that are ready to devour anything in their way. SensiFit built into the upper wraps your foot, holding it into the bottom unit for a hug-like hold.
- Go The Distance: Whether you love road running in your neighborhood, an escape to a local trail, or something more rugged, Salomon makes shoes that ensure you have a smooth ride on any and all terrain
- Time To Play: Whether you are into trail running, hiking, backpacking, or mountaineering, Salomon has shoes and gear for kids, men and women to help you conquer a new distance, personal record, or event
- Since 1947 Salomon has created innovative outdoor sports gear. From running and hiking to backpacking, skiing and more, our shoes, boots, bags, apparel and accessories help make any path your own
- The SUPERCROSS 3 is a trail running shoe that does what it says it will. Powerful grip that sinks its teeth into the ground and propels you onwards and upwards, a fit that hugs your heels down and holds them in, and SensiFit built into the upper to wrap your foot comfortably and snugly.
- Get to grips with Contragrip, traction that connects you to the ground and propels you forward with explosive energy. A fit experience to hug you in and hold you down, maximizing energy transfer to the outsole. SensiFit in the upper, actioned by Quicklace ensures a snug and enveloping hold.
- Go The Distance: Whether you love road running in your neighborhood, an escape to a local trail, or something more rugged, Salomon makes shoes that ensure you have a smooth ride on any and all terrain
- Time To Play: Whether you are into trail running, hiking, backpacking, or mountaineering, Salomon has shoes and gear for kids, men and women to help you conquer a new distance, personal record, or event
- Since 1947 Salomon has created innovative outdoor sports gear. From running and hiking to backpacking, skiing and more, our shoes, boots, bags, apparel and accessories help make any path your own
