Best mixed shoes to combine trail and road running in 2024 (2024)

From RUNNEA we want to show you a selection of the best mixed shoes to combine trail and asphalt during this year 2024, a concept that many brands are betting on, the "door to trail", shoes that we can use in our mountain routes but also on asphalt and where multiusage and versatility are two of the most important aspects. A set of shoes that are committed to offer all-terrain features to enjoy the activity at all times.

From RUNNEA, the general recommendation is to choose a shoe for road runningand another for trail to enjoy our favorite sport to the fullest. However, as it is a growing trend, here is a selection of some of the most versatile models to combine asphalt and trail of this 2024.

The best mixed shoes to combine trail and road running in 2024.

New Balance Nitrel v5

The New Balance Nitrel v5 is New Balance 's bet for those runners who are just starting out in the world of trail running. The new version retains its main hallmarks, but also incorporates improvements designed to increase comfort, protection and durability of the shoe.

New Balance Fresh Foam Garoé

The New Balance Fresh Foam Garoé is the new model from New Balance designed to run on tracks and trails but can also be used on asphalt. The New Balance Fresh Foam Garoé are born to offer all trail lovers a model of maximum versatility and comfort, with the best technologies of the company. A model that stands out for its lightness and stability, features that make it more than appealing for all your mountain walks.

Salomon Sense Ride 5

The Salomon Sense Ride 5 is one of the most versatile trail running shoes of the brand of Annecy and one of the most popular as it retains the essence of the previous versions but providing extra comfort and cushioning in this version to further improve this model.

HOKA Challenger 7

The new edition of the HOKA Challenger 7 incorporates interesting new features with respect to the previous version, we highlight its greater lightness and the increase of its profiles to favor even more the comfort that characterizes all HOKA shoes. A better design of the distribution of the studs in the sole and a more breathable mesh are other new features of this version.

Merrell Moab Speed GORE-TEX

The Merrell Moab Speed Gore-Tex are trail running shoesdesigned to face our most demanding adventures, either running or walking in the mountains and that, in this version with Gore-Tex membrane, provides extra protection and perfect waterproofing in those situations with worse weather conditions.

Nike Juniper Trail 2 GORE-TEX

The new version of the Nike Juniper Trail 2 Gore-Tex presents a clear evolution in comparison to the previous model to provide it with greater versatility and our outings in the mountains, as long as they are not highly technical terrain. In addition, this version incorporates the Gore-Tex membrane to keep our feet dry at all times.

ASICS Trabuco Terra 2

The ASICS Trabuco Terra 2 is designed for new trail and forest trail runners looking for advanced traction for steeper sections. Featuring a multi-directional stretch mesh upper, this style adapts to the natural movement of the foot while creating good ventilation to enhance the trainer'sbreathability. The FF BLAST cushioning developed by the brand helps us to generate a softer foot placement and a more energised rebound at toe-off during our strides.

Brooks Divide 4 GTX

The Brooks Divide 4 GTX has an upper in which almost 50% is made from recycled materials. The waterproof membrane of this version is the main difference with respect to the Brooks Divide 4, making it an ideal trainer forrainy or wet areas or for those days when the weather conditions are not ideal. Its midsole has the same compound as its counterpart trainer, DNA LOFT cushioning and maintains the same 8 mm drop in a product of 309 grams in the men's version and 278 grams in the women's version.

Adidas Terrex SoulStride Flow

The adidas Terrex SoulStrideis a trail running shoe aimed at a broad spectrum of mountain runners who need a complete, efficient, and highly supportive model. It features a technical mesh that provides support, flexibility and ventilation in the areas where it is most needed. Also noteworthy is the German multinational's commitment to sustainability, as the upper contains at least 50% recycled material. REPETITOR foam is made of light and soft EVA to cushion the stride and allow you to move forward comfortably, and its Continental rubber outsole guarantees exceptional grip on all types of surfaces.

Mizuno Wave Rider TT 3

Created for neutral-gait runners, the Mizuno Wave Rider TT 3 are suitable for completing runs of up to 10 kilometres or half marathons on the most varied surfaces. Lightweight, safe and comfortable, thanks to their dynamic cushioning and optimal grip, these trail running shoes will help you get the most out of your training sessions. They incorporate innovative technologies such as Mizuno Enerzy and U4icX, which offer greater cushioning and reactivity, and a new outsole with a lug design for optimal grip on unpaved surfaces. A model that contains more than 90% recycled materials and is vegan, weighing only 285 grams with a 12-millimetre drop.

The North Face Vectiv Infinite II

The The North Face Vectiv Infinite II is one of the most rolling trail running shoes of the new Vectiv range and, in this second edition, presents some new features compared to the previous version, improving comfort and reactivity in our mountain outings.

Puma Voyage Nitro 3 Gore Tex

The new PUMA Voyage NITRO 3 Gore-Tex is a shoe that provides maximum cushioning and the protection of the Gore-Tex membrane for running or walking in the mountains, also incorporates some of the best technologies developed by the German brand.

Altra Lone Peak 8

One of the first novelties of the American brand Altra is the popular Altra Lone Peak 8, one of the most popular models of Altra that presents slight improvements over the previous version and retains the characteristic 0 mm drop of the brand.

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