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Hello folks, quick question. I have been running with Merrell Trailgloves for about a year (4 miles, 4 times a week, with about half of that light trail running in AZ desert). Previously I had been using Mizuno Waverider 13's. I am now looking for recommendations for something in between the two very different shoes...
i am a skinny, fairly tall guy with a fairly neutral form. Thanks for your advice.
The Altra Lone Peak? It's zero drop and a bit of cushion.
Brooks Pure Grit (4 mm drop, light weight, med cushion)
Salomon Sense Mantra-only mentioned these because just beginning to test for vendor. very light trail runner. like them so far but for my size they run abit long & abit narrow., otherwise I like them after 2 short trail runs. if you are avg or narrow width try them 1/2 -1 size smaller because of the length.
both of the above have a more "hybrid" type outsole that may work better on pavement than more aggressive trailrunners.
Salomon XR Mission may also work good for light trail running/pavement combination. wide toe box compared to most Salomons
both the Manatra & Mission may have a higher heel to toe drop than what you are looking for ???
2/3rds training
Pearl izumi n1. Either trail or rd version. Nice and light. Very breathable upper and quick turnover. 6mm drop.
My not-entirely-running-related 'Gram