When Adam Mertens came to the Canadian Rockies eight years ago, trail running did not have a long history there. Things are ...

Final Thoughts on Trail Running Getting into trail running is a no-brainer for hunters, hikers, backpackers, and other outdoorsy types. Trail running is the best option whether you want to improve ...

Kelsey McGill, a running coach in Bend, Ore., said that new trail runners shouldn’t necessarily limit themselves to flat terrain, otherwise they might miss out on some of the fun.

To find the best trail running shoes, we hit the dirt in 13 of the newest and most popular options from brands like Nike, Hoka, Brooks, Merrell, Saucony and more.

Finding the best trail running gear can help make going from road running to the trail a more pleasant experience. To be prepared, you’ll need a few items that you might not need on your regular ...

Leave it to On (a high-performance sports shoe and clothing company that also made our list of the best running shoes) to create one of our favorite max-cushioned trail shoes. These all-terrain ...

Topo Ultraventure 3 SEE IT The world of trail running shoes is complicated. With so many technical performance features and debates about the best style out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed ...

What Road-to-Trail Shoes Excel At A true road-to-trail shoe is perfect for my favorite neighborhood loop, which looks something like this: Walk down a sidewalk past a few houses to a path that ...

Trail running socks are also usually built with a foot-mapped design that has less material around the arch and top, which gives you the best of both worlds with protection and support.

While road running shoes can be adequate for smooth surfaces like dirt paths, trail-specific shoes tend to provide better traction on rocky or steep terrain. They are usually sturdy and durable ...