Merrell - MTL Adapt Matryx

You should check out the new MTL Adapt Matrix from Merrell. It has a 6mm drop and the cushion is a little softer. I have both the AP5 and the Adapt. The Adapt has a more secure fit and is more stable in rocky terrain. Both are great shoes though and the price you can get the AP5 (always on sale) for is great value.

Any trail shoe with a mesh woven upper like that pretty much fails in the same way, the Trabuco 13 included. Maybe look for a trail shoe with a Matrix type upper. Instead of the Merrell Peak Agility 5, look at the Merrell MTL Adapt. Its upper is Matrix. The La Sportiva Prodigio Max would also be a good option similar to the Caldera. Not a Matrix upper, but very similar. I have upper failures with most trail shoes after 200 miles and these two are proving to be bomb proof after 200 miles on each, the uppers show hardly any wear. The only issue with a Matrix type uppers is breathability, they are warmer than a shoe with a mesh woven upper, but way more durable. It's a trade off I can live with.

New Merrel MTL adapt matryx is a really great shoe if you can get over the looks!

Have a look at ultra shoes that are built for long distance. I've got Merrell MTL Adapt Matryx which are alright, great on road actually but wet grip isn't the best. The Topo Vista is meant to be really comfortable if you're not doing anything too technical.

Check out Topo MTN Racers, I use V3. I also use the Merrell MTL Adapt Matryx for ultra and long training, but I'm a little bit unsure yet if they're right for me.

You described my feet to a T. I have relief on Salomons in the past. I’m waiting on an order of Hoka Speedgoats (5) as I wanted to try something new. For very technical, I purchased a pair of Merrell Skyfire Matryx which are amazingly narrow and light. I also wear specialized insoles in all shoes, which I highly recommend.

I’ve got two pairs of trail runners 1 merrell and 1 Nike Pegasus gtx. Both 9.5ik size. The merrell are roomier but have a slightly harder sole. The Nike have a softer sole but are tight across the width of the foot. So as others have said try and get to a running shop and try them on with different types of socks.

Over the years I’ve worn trail runners from Merrill and Salomon, or standard running shoes from Nike and NB. A comfortable fit was the main criteria. Even on wet ground I’d rather have fast drying sneakers than boots.

I actually have those Merrels in blue. I love them.

I wouldn't know haha. I have some wide feet and have no problems. About 100 miles of trails and they look like they are brand new besides mud stains.

Merril trail runners, i love them