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The benefits of trail running for triathletes are huge, from building core strength to technique gains and pure off-season enjoyment. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Trail running shoes can make going off-road a more enjoyable and beneficial experience so we\u2019ve rounded up and reviewed some of the best options on the market for men and women.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p><\/div> <\/section> The road or pavement may rule the triathlon amphitheatre throughout the summer months, but when autumn arrives there\u2019s a wealth of opportunities to slip into a pair of trail running shoes for both racing and training.<\/p>\n Of course, you can run in your road shoes, but there are subtle (and not so subtle) feature differences \u2013 grip, toe bumpers, water protection \u2013 that make off-road running in off-road run shoes a more enjoyable and productive experience. In simple terns off-road running shoes are designed to cope with every type of terrain thrown at them, whether it be mud, hills, ice, snow\u2026<\/p>\n To keep feet cool in summer, look for a breathable upper. This is key year-round across all terrains but even more so on trail-specific shoes, because lightweight material also aids drainage come the muddy and wet off-season.<\/p>\n A distinct feature of a trail shoe\u2019s rubber outsole are teeth-like lugs, vital for staying the right way up come field or fell. They come in varying sizes and depths, so select to suit your intended terrain types, from tow paths to ragged mountain routes.<\/p>\n Consider the laces themselves when buying: round ones can come undone while elastics stay put, and some models feature a tongue pocket to stow laces away. Always aim to try the shoes before you buy, and look for potential areas where rubbing may occur.<\/p>\n Nestled between the outsole and upper, is the mighty midsole; the bulk of your cushioning. Models vary in heel drop and stack height. Don\u2019t go changing too fast when picking your trail shoes, your road shoe heel-to-toe ratios<\/a> <\/strong>are a good start.<\/p>\nWhat are trail running shoes?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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