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MEN’S SUMMIT VECTIV PRO

PRICE £225 WEIGHT 287g

The Summit Vectiv Pro brings some serious firepower to the trail thanks to the VECTIV 2.0 carbon-fibre plate that provides energy return as well as stability. Mesh uppers ensure fantastic breathability while an internal support keeps heel lift to a minimum. Underfoot, the Surface CTRL rubber outsole and 3.5 mm lugs deliver F1 levels of grip.

LA SPORTIVA WOMEN’S MUTANT

PRICE £155 WEIGHT 320g

A bold design inspired by the topography of the legendary Val di Fiemme in the Dolomites is just the start for this premium women’s trail shoe. With an integrated gaiter and lacing system, abrasionresistant but breathable mesh and a sticky sole unit featuring FriXion XF ultra grippy rubber for traction, the Mutant is a feature-packed model intended to tackle technical terrain at speed.

PRICE £150 WEIGHT 275g

A light and fast trail shoe, the Roclite combines classic tools of the trade – such as Meta-plate to fend off rocks underfoot, and deep 6mm lugs – with several technical innovations. These include a Graphene-Grip sole unit, which not only grips but wears well, and a PowerFlow Max midsole that boosts energy return significantly.

HOKA MEN’S SPEEDGOAT 5 GORE-TEX

PRICE £145 WEIGHT 327g

The latest iteration of the Speedgoat adds a GORE-TEX membrane to keep the wet out and doesn’t compromise on performance elsewhere. The Vibram Megagrip outsole boasts chunky 5mm lugs for all-surface traction, while its sock-like fit, gusseted tongue and jacquard mesh deliver comfort, breathability and protection in one.

SALOMON MEN’S ULTRA GLIDE 2

PRICE £140 WEIGHT 260g

A super-cushioned, high-energy-return shoe, the Ultra Glide is designed to crush any terrain. Its midsole is made from Salomon’s Energy Foam, giving plenty of bounce and a plush overall ride, while a mesh upper guarantees breathability. The Contagrip outsole gives you the confidence to push hard across a huge variety of surfaces.

ADIDAS TERREX WOMEN’S

TERREX SPEED ULTRA

PRICE £160 WEIGHT 210g

Built for speed on relatively smooth trails, the Speed Ultra weighs next to nothing (it’s a solid 45 grams lighter than the competition) and manages to include recycled materials as well as the energy return benefits of a Boost midsole. The medium-lugged Continental rubber outsole adds grip without encumbrance.

Lasting comfort.