Merrell - MTL Long Sky 2 Trail Running Shoes

After trying a few different shoes, I've decided that Merrell Long Sky 2 and Skyfire 2 are perfect for me. Fairly firm, don't have a massive drop and grippy enough for all but the worst weather conditions. I also have some Inov-8 x-talon 212 which come in handy when it's wet and muddy. I don't think they make them anymore, very narrow shoe but I've run varying distances up to 32km in them with no problems.

I've got around 450km on mine, used them for runs up to 40km with no issues when I was training for an ultra earlier this year. The grip is still good on them and I've found them super comfortable but I noticed some tears on the upper last week. Planning to keep them until they fall apart and would buy another pair, no doubt. I have the skyfire 2 as well, also a fan.

The Speegoat 6 in wide didn't help me any, but going up a half size did. Might be worth trying a pair like that on. But it's still not perfect for me, and I plan to try the Merrell Agility Peak next, because their MTL Long Sky 2 fits me so well, with a generous footbox (but the Long Sky's a much different shoe).

I haven't tried any of those, but did try an earlier Peregrine (10 maybe), and didn't like it. Too "dead" and heavy for my liking. But the newer versions are better from what I've read. It could be worth a try, given how popular they are. I do have all three of the Salomons I mentioned, but also have and like the Merrell Long Sky 2 and their Agility Peak, which I'm wearing more these days because they have a wider toe box.

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.

Compared to Speedgoat 5 and Merrell Agility Peak 5, similar but far far more durable. Also had the Merrell Long Sky 2, which were lighter and speedier than Tomir 2, but all 3 died and my Tomirs have done the same mileage and look brand new

I had these last year, I imagine they’ll be excellent on the described trail. I completed the mid section of UTS and they were great - grip is great. They are low stack compared to others but still comfortable - wore them for 6+ hours multiple times. Only problem I had was durability of the upper, if you can get the matryx upper I’d recommend them

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.

Adidas Agravic 3's tend to go no sale quite often. That's a solid trail shoe. Brooks Divide is also a solid budget option - cheap to begin with and they also go on sale. Keep an eye out for Merrell sales too - Long Sky 2 Matryx is great, but the regular non-Matryx version is also good, and cheaper.

Agravic 3 and Brooks Divide are. The Merrell models are narrower.

I had a pair of LS2 for running in the Alps. Very technical and lots of rock and snow. They were SUPERB over the ground and never gave an inch even in foot deep snow. I was descending like never before. But here's the snag, the sides broke down appallingly. By 100 miles in them I'd worn through both pinkies and gone through the upper in multiple places where sticks just pierced through. These were the normal uppers, so I'm not sure if the matryx would be better. They are also not terribly thick underfoot, so might be a bit of a foot-killer over long distances. I'm preparing for the Spine race later in the year and at the moment I'm leaning towards the NewNormal Tomir

Merril trail runners, i love them

Hi all, I've had a terrible experience in my first ultra (75 km 5000 d+) with Altra shoes. They simply collapsed on the inside and never recover. https://preview.redd.it/mflrnlm1rfbf1.jpg?width=1152&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7e18a39ec839e5eb20c81bd5ba29f790a90feb3e I'd like to find an alternative, if possible with arch support, zero drop, wide toebox. I'm also using the Merrell Long Sky 2 which I'm quite satisfied, but they don't have wide toebox and have a light drop. Do you have any alternative suggestion?

Ran 18 hours at the Ouray 50 in em just the other day! 22k of steep, techy, muddy climbing and descending. Perfect tool for the job. My favorite shoe right now. Recommended.