Nike - Air Pegasus Trail 3 GTX

i really like my Nike trail runner, i bought a few pair of the first iteration of the pegasus goretex trail. Looks like they aren't as wide in the newer iterations, but they have held up really well and the react foam is great.

i really like my Nike trail runner, i bought a few pair of the first iteration of the pegasus goretex trail. Looks like they aren't as wide in the newer iterations, but they have held up really well and the react foam is great.

I have these in V3 and find the grip terrible- I slip on a wet pavement let alone wet rocks. I don’t have a better recommendation but cant recommend these unless they improved them

I love the Pegasus Trail 3. Can get new pairs on ebay for like $60-$100. I'm going to try the Pegasus Trail 5 as soon as black friday comes.

Nike Pegasus trail shoes are good. The cushion is pretty solid.

I've run ultras in pegasus trails.

Same here. I have the Turbos and Trail 3 still going strong. I used the Trail 3's primarily for my Asia trip and they kept my feet relatively dry on a few very rainy days with an umbrella.

I have the GTX peg 4’s, before that the regular Peg Trail 3. The React foam was such an upgrade with the GTX 4’s, that I immediately got the Peg Trail 5 now that they have React as well. Ran a Rocky, muddy half last weekend and pretty much same experience as OP. Pretty great shoe overall, not a lot of complaints especially since I got my pair for less than $100

I just got these [Air Pegasus Trail 3s](https://a.co/d/fnNa56G). They're light and comfortable and, after three or four rounds in wet weather, very waterproof.

I second this. I was a Moab 2 guy for the last few years, but I just got Pegasus Trail 3s and they're life-changing. Light, springy, comfy, and waterproof.

I absolutely love my pair of Brooks Ghost for running in town and even just daily wear sneakers, but the Cascadia just had a weird fit that wasn’t right for me. Off-road, I wear Nike Pegasus Trail GTX or Topo Terraventure.

I just bought the Nike Pegasus Trail GTX in black for a similar situation. Was considering the Novablast 5 TR, but hated the colorway. Also its upper is goretex, so more rainproof.

The Peg GTX is my favorite trail running shoe for transition season here in Canada. There are about 6 weeks where the ground is wet from snow, ice, slush, or just puddles and it is between 20-40f most days, and that shoe shines there. I have put 180 miles on my pair with about 60 of those being road and they are very comfortable on all surfaces. That being said I do think my feet would get hot running in them on any day over 50 degrees and dry.

I just wore my 001s last weekend for the first time for two back to back trail long runs in Quebec. My initial reaction was “wow, these are worth every penny”. Incredibly comfortable from the first wear, although many people say they need a break in period. The outsole was so grippy I had tons of confidence on technical downhills and they fit my foot perfectly at a half size up. I do about 70-80mpw and just recently transitioned to about 50% of those being trail miles, so my only other trail shoe experience is Hoka Speedgoat 5 and Nike Peg Trail. However, I have about 15 pairs of road running shoes and I prefer these over all of them. Again, YMMV, but I absolutely love them after ~40 miles and I hear they get 500+ miles of use for most people. Also you have to get a .5 size up. 12.5 fit me perfectly and I’m a 12 in every other shoe. Lmk if you have more specific questions but I think the consensus on 001 is that if you have the money and want to spend it on a nice trail shoe, they are worth it!

Road to trail GTX shoe is basically the description of the Nike Pegasus Trail GTX. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to try them on though as Nike's tend to run a little bit narrow and don't work for everyone. The Hoka Speedgoat also has GTX versions and those will have a Vibram outsole with larger lugs which may not be too annoying walking in urban settings (vs running on roads).

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.

I have a couple of pairs of trail runners . Nike Pegasus gtx. Normally use them for road running and a bit of trail. When I 1st got them they felt very tight round top of foot. They have given a bit but not too much. I’m normally a size 9 but have them in 9.5. I wouldn’t try and wear thicker socks with them, just trainer/running socks as they are very snug. I also have a pair of Merrel agility peak 5’s. These are better on actual trails again they are in 9.5 but can wear a slightly thicker socks if in colder weather. As with all shoes try them on in a shop if you can.

2nd the Pegasus Trail. Have both the regular & GTX version. Versatile shoe.

I use trail running shoes for trail hiking and for golf… I have two pairs of HOKA trail running shoes that I have moved to every day shoes because I also wasn’t able to get them in Gore Tex. I alternate two pairs of Nike Pegasus with Gore Tex and love the water proof and thus will not buy another trail runner that isn’t water PROOF!

When it’s not a frozen tundra, but there’s snow out, I like wearing my gore-Tex Pegasus trails with thick socks. They’re warm and water resistant.

How wide are we talking? I know it sounds crazy because of the brand but I love my nike pegasus trails. (But I also focus much more on wide toe box than actual width)

I have had 10+ pairs of Pegasus trails over the past ~ 8 years. I trail run, hike, backpack, walk in the rain, everything - in them. I don’t know the last time they weren’t one pair of Pegasus’s with me in my life lol. Absolutely couldn’t recommend them enough.

I have Gore Tex Nike Pegasus trail runners, and the are awesome for wet grass and rain. I find they dry out fine being exposed to those conditions. I have never waded in them or had my feet thoroughly soaked on the inside of the shoe.

If Nikes work for your feet the Pegasus trails are a nice option, they have a goretex model that is my favorite.

Been using the gore tex versions for almost 2 years now and have been loving them!

Best shoes for the pnw! What I use as well

Motiva is designed for walking; Pegasus/Trail are general purpose entry level runners; Zegama are for low-drop (avoid if you are a heel striker) and ZoomX foam (more responsive); Juniper are brick-hard trail "runner" (makes for good walking/hiking shoes though, Juniper 2 Gore-Tex is my go-to wet weather walker); dunno much about Winflo GTX, but it is a budget shoes, so worse foam, but it looks very well insulated, so probably great for cold weather. All and all, sounds like Peg/Trail GTX are your best bet, which to choose depends on you needing the lugs or not, also which feels more comfortable for you (Trail 5's sizing is a bit odd, extremely narrow midfoot, it's the first Pegasus I couldn't wear TTS for). Unless you don't intend to run with them, in which case Juniper Trail 2 GTX will be very good value for money, they are heavily discounted in outlets these day.

I wear Nike Trail Goretex runners all seasons. In the PNW there's usually a chance we find some kind of moisture all year, and my game is thrown off of I make big shoe adjustments between games.

altras suck. the tread got destroyed in like 2 months and the only time i've felt more like i can slide off of shit is when i wore xero's 360's with literally flat soles. to boot, the tread started separating from the foam lowers within a month because my form sucked at the time and i was rotating over the outside front of my foot. anyway, the shoe shouldn't have failed when it cost so much. horrible. the nike goretex trail runners were wayyyyyyyyy better than altras. but the zero drop was really comfortable so i bought the xeros after the altras, but those were only good for PERFECT conditions because they lacked tread. for winter, i got the insulated van hiking boots (MTE sk8-hi) that are waterproof for winter and those were sick, but really too heavy to play with during anything but the shittiest of new england weather. shoes never got wet from water, but def got wet from sweat because they're thinsulate lined. for this season, i just got a pair of vivo magna forest esc and its like the best of all of it. the michelin soles are fucking INCREDIBLE, i feel like a mountain goat but still have the xero feel i liked. the only downside is now that i actually have grippy bois is that they actually transport moist soil back into the house. this is normal for good shoes that give traction, so i leave a thick bristle brush by the door and clean em out before i walk inside. long story short, if you think altras are durable, you're probably noodle arming and not committing, and then walking around a grass course. i've heard the OG varients were good, but the pair i bought, the pair my boss bought, and the pair the other dude in my league bought are all dogshit and they're from the last year and a half.

Well, they’re meant for trail running. Not spinning on concrete. I’ve had two different pairs I’ve put around 400 miles on trail running and they’ve held up extremely well. I will agree with you on the Nike goretex trail runners. They were awesome to play disc golf in, but terrible for running.

I wear nike goretex trails. Typically get them for around £45 in the Nike outlets.

Yeah I have been playing in these for years. Liked them so much I have a pair for regular stuff outside and a pair for disc golfing

Look for a “light” trail shoe or “road-to-trail” shoe. Meaning a “trail” shoe that doesn’t have super aggressive tread or a rock plate. Something like the Nike Pegasus Trail would be perfect—they are pretty stylish too so would work for more casual situations. ASICS Novablast TR or Hoka Challenger are more. I think Brooks Divide is another example. Depending on the trails you’re talking about, a regular road running shoe would probably work also.

Merrell Moab shoes were definitely comfortable and durable. But heavy and bulky for me. I just bought Nike Pegasus to try out after the Moabs heels died on me.

Yes they are awesome shoes. But I’m a toe dragger and my right toe sole tore up so bad they are unusable. They are so comfortable though. I switched to adidas terrex hiking shoes (they have a gore-Tex version.) they are a little better imo. A little wider toe box and the ankle support is great for rocky paths.

Honestly, for so cal hiking, as many mentioned, trail runners suffice. I have a pair of Nike Pegasus trails that I got on sale that do just fine. However, I do like having gtx/waterproof sneaker/boot hybrids when I’m actually backpacking, esp in the sierra. My previous go tos were salomon x mid ultras. I recently switched to hoka gtx boots

Great options! Pegasus Trail for road to trail and back.

Nike Pegasus Trail shoes are awesome- they have a Gore Tex option that are waterproof. You can find good deals on them online

I adore my Hoka speedgoats - have worn them for many years, but prefer to travel with an all-in-one shoe that's a bit lighter unless I'm running in actual mountains with tougher terrain. I just got a pair of the Nike pegasus trail and liking them so far!

I can easily recommend Nike trail shoes. I had the Pegasus trails last year and got a pair of wildhorses this year. It might be the most comfortable (for me) shoe from Nike I’ve worn. The kigers are great too

Peg trails and the wild horses are my favorites right now. Terra Kigers are good too but I’ve just gone through 3-4 pairs of those.

The Nike Pegasus may work, depends on your fitness and the terrain. They are my backup on long trips if my feet need a break. They are light and have a good grip. I prefer higher tops, but when I get to 15 miles or so my feet often need a change. They work great for that. You know your feet better than any of us.

I like my Nike pegasus trails, but I usually just use them on not so technical trails and in the winter on roads when there's snow everywhere. For really technical terrain maybe a shoe with a harder sole would suit you better, but I like the shoe for beginner friendly trails!

\+1! had them in black, and in blue. Great shoes for hiking also. heck, even for running I like them better than the regular Pegasus.

Nike Pegasus Trail it almost the perfect use case it kind of that hybrid road/trail shoe.

It's now at the 5 and has gone through a few improvements

I love the Pegasus trail, but know that the grip on it is indeed less than stellar. I’m used to it and I just kind of glide from time to time. But the ride is nice on both trail and pavement for me. I even wear them to the gym sometimes. It’s been a good all around shoe for me and the bad reviews have allowed me to get them on clearance pretty easily.

Nike Pegasus Trail. Excellent light trail to road shoes.

I wear Topos for my trail shoes and Brooks for road usually, but my go-to road to trail shoe for a bit has been the Nike Pegasus Trail. Really comfortable on pavement and I find sizing up about 1/2 size from my usual works well. I don’t typically look at Nikes since they tend to run narrow but these work for me

Second the Nike Pegasus Trail. Its a good all rounder that looks good for everyday wear. Just that for your winter muddy runs, it's a decent option but perhaps not as aggressive as a Speedcross. FWIW, I recently did an analysis on Reddit data for trail runners. Basically ranked them by aggregated sentiment. Maybe you'll find it helpful [https://redditrecs.com/trail-running-shoes/](https://redditrecs.com/trail-running-shoes/) You can filter by price, suitability for wet or muddy trails, or technical trails (rocky, rooty, uneven) and get a breakdown of what ppl have said about the most often recommended ones (disclaimer some links are affiliate they help fund the analyses)

Just got a new pair of Nike Pegasus today. Old ones lasted right at a year with almost daily rounds.

Crazy to see that you're using your Nike Pegasus trail running shoes! That's exactly what I'm going to be using to do the timberline Trail at the end of August. They're great for me and so much lighter than the clunky boots I used to use. I recommend getting gaiters though. I got mine from REI if you want the link, because you really don't want rocks and dust in your shoe .

Like any surface change, mix trail runs in gradually, starting at shorter distances/whatever you're doing now. Your ankles will thank you, and it'll give you some time to build the stabilizing muscles that don't get as much work on pavement. (Though I guess this partially depends on what gravel you're running on, too.) And, what u/medicore_remnants said about hiking, though I'd add that the goal is \*often\* to keep perceived effort mostly even across uphill/flat/downhill segments. That can mean hiking uphills, but doesn't have to be. (I also know trail runners who are very specific about uphill hiking form for efficiency — long strides and a solid hip bend for loading. I wouldn't sweat it.) I run in Nike Kiger/Pegasus Trail (with extra love for the Kigers — they're an amazing shoe and everyone I know who wears them swears by them, but that's also selecting for folks who liked the feel). Beyond that, I'll let other folks take over on shoe & preparation recs (and assume you'll be wise about HM training). For finding trails: whatever you use for hiking. AllTrails, Gaia, Avenza, Hiking Project, Google Maps, Strava, etc. It's all good. TBH sometimes I'll just look at a topo and pick a place that looks like it'd be fun/has trails. >I really want to do a half marathon at a national park. Lastly, and taking unsolicited advice as usual, I suspect I won't be the only one to say: consider setting some intermediate goals along the way. It's easy to get excited about a long race somewhere amazing (and I have done so!!), and just as easy to lose momentum when it feels too far away, either by date or by fitness. Having ways to celebrate milestones along the way (longest/furthest runs, most elevation, fastest split of a given distance) or to be in community with runners (run clubs, running shorter trail races, volunteering for the longer ones, etc.) is a great way to feed that joy and build momentum.

Maybe try entry level shoes, “road to trail” shoes like the nike pegasus trail

Yeah, I don’t know why I use that terminology thinking back, I actually run 65k in pegasus trail once, and have run marathons with 30$ new balance and saucony 🤣

If you are referring to “entry level” I don’t know why I called it that, thinking twice I shouldn’t have

I’ve tried others, always come back to pegasus, and now, also zegama, after I did the tour du mont blanc with them as my only shoe

They are great. Probably all you would ever realistically need from a trail shoe. They're for sure not the fastest but you can get going in them. Very good durability and protection. My other shoe in the rotation is the Adidas Agravic Speed Ultra. That's for really trying to go fast and has little protection, so most of the mileage gets done in the Tomir. Before the Tomir I had older Nike Pegasus Trails. The Tomir is better is every category.

Never tried the v1. Found the v2 on sale on Backcountry, I think in June of 2024. Replaced an old pair of Pegasus Trails

I really like my Pegasus trail for road to trail and non technical trails

Haven't back packed in mine yet... No twisted ankles? That's my main fear

Yup Love my Pegasus. Think they're for narrower feet though? Either way. Perfect for me.

When it’s as hot as it looks like being, I won’t wear the same shoes two days running - it lets them completely dry after sweaty days. Current thinking is Nike Pegasus Trail running (non-waterproof so more breathable) shoes for arrival and then I’ll prob have about a dozen pairs of shoes in the car. Prob the Pegasus and Keen walking shoes for rotation and maybe my Inov8 walking boots if my ankles start screaming that they need a bit more support as the weekend wears on. If it’s completely rock-hard ground for the duration then I may just go with cushioned running shoes every day. Nike Vomero, Pegasus and Asics Nimbus.

I ❤️ Pegasus Trails and Zegamas.

Sweden you have lots of wet slippery rocks. I love Nike peg trails and Zegamas but hey are not the best for wet rock. I have a trail running friend in Norway who has tried almost every shoe and he says the best are the Finnish brand VJ. He said it feels like they are glued to the rocks.

Nike Pegasus trail. It’s the middle ground I needed

Pegasus trail! Not my favorite running shoe but I just got back from a trip with tons of walking and running from the Airbnb on roads to trails and the pegs were the perfect do it all shoe. Plus I don’t feel bad wearing the lugs down quickly on pavement because they’re relatively inexpensive.

The thing with trail shoes is they have lugs that make them grippy off road but wear down quickly if walking on tarmac. Look for something less aggressive on the grip think nike pegasus trail type

Look into Nike’s offerings. Very underrated. Peegasus Trail is awesome. Not a fan of HOKAs narrow toebox myself

I really rate them. I also had Nike Pegasus Trail for hiking but although they have more cushion, they lack a plate and per more uncomfortable on scree (small loose rocks) and being higher stack, more unstable. So I ended up having the Evadict race-light for duel duty of hiking and running on holidays which was good for carry-on luggage space. The only negative is that the rub my heel. I don't know if newer versions have this. I typically just put a plaster on before using them. [https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/kiprun-race-light-men-s-trail-running-competition-shoes-mango/\_/R-p-312132?mc=8737404&c=kumquat%20orange](https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/kiprun-race-light-men-s-trail-running-competition-shoes-mango/_/R-p-312132?mc=8737404&c=kumquat%20orange) I know some people might be brand snobs but I think this stuff is very good. They also have a pro team using the kit. I also find Decathlon's Evadict trail shorts very good. Very thin, lots of storage and more affordable that competitors. Tops I don't rate and prefer Nike Aeroswift or Soar depending the race (my club top is made my Soar).

I’m going to a completely different direction. I’ve done a one day 100km event and another multi day 100km event. Both in Nike vomeros. The trail had only a small section of loose hilly gravel, the balance was fairly well compacted and no major mud pits or rock climbs. I don’t normally use “runners” for trail hikes but I think it’s important not to forget them as an option. Some can be more comfortable. I do caution against runners with a high heel back on them, they give me blisters. Some models of the vomero (and Pegasus) have high backs.

Depends on the trails. They fit similar to the peg roads. However Nike peg trails aren't the best grip, the lugs are small so terrible in mud, they don't grip well on wet rock. They don't have a rock plate so can be uncomfortable on sharper rocky paths where it pushes through. Nike pegs are great as a road to trail hybrid and light trail such as forestry tracks/bridleways. I wouldn't rate them for mountain trails. However some people do manage that terrain in them. I did my first lakes 50k in them, my feet were just trashed at the end and I fell a lot. (If the event you're doing in September is the 2 valleys they'll most likely be fine for pretty much all that course as it's not technical at all)

Toe boxes on their Pegasus Trail are good and wide, have had them for multiple seasons 

Nike Pegasus Trail lover for the last 8 years. Wide toe box but narrower at heel which works for me. Fun colour ways too!

I like my nike pegasus trail shoes. Might be too much lug if you are majority road, but it's great at both and transitions feel easy

I have haglunds, but it's rarely an issue for my trail shoes (apart from the heel being the main point of wear!). I've almost exclusively run in the Nike trail lineup (terra kiger, pegasus trail) which have softer heel counters, and have also tried Hoka SG 5s with no issues. Having said that, while they have always been fine for my use cases, I don't know if these would be quite aggressive enough for you.

Road to trail shoes have been a super important part of my stable of shoes for awhile, I really love making routes that go from road to trail and back again.  The problem with any good hybrid shoe is that it will not be amazing at either road or trail.  The Pegasus trail l, as others have mentioned here, is probably the best one.  Yes, the grip isn't as good as some other trail shoes but it's not supposed to be. Craft shoes are good, the Xplor has an amazing outsole but the upper is the sloppiest I've ever tried.  I haven't tried Hoka Challenger so I can't speak to that.  Unfortunately some companies have sort of given up on the hybrid shoe, Saucony, New Balance and Altra have all discontinued their hybrid offerings.  Ultimately you have to sort of experiment with different ones to see what works best for both surfaces, personally I'd go with the Pegasus trail but try some others if you get the chance.

Nike Wild horse and Pegasus Trail both have a 9.5mm drop. I can vouch for the Currex insole recommendation, they are good. I like these insoles because they are not completely rigid like a power step or Super feet insole. Rigid insoles are ankle breakers for me on the trails, I need some flex which Currex provides.

I love my Nike Pegasus Trail shoes. Whilst they are the best trail shoe to use on the roads, they’ve also fared me well on wet loosened rinds and on dry coast paths.

I feel like my Glycerin's fit similarly to the Caldera, but the Caldera feels too soft and bulky for the rocky technical trails that I mostly run on. If you are on smoother graded paths, it might be excellent. I'll probably end up with a pair next year just to have them. The Catamount is a much sleeker shoe than the glycerin, but the upper fits me about the same. The foam seems similar, but it's not a plush shoe. It will be a great shoe for a shorter race like a 10k, but for a lot of longer slower runs, maybe you want something else. Watch some YouTube reviews and see what you think. I just got the version 3 on clearance for $50 and I like it a lot. I'll probably wear it for my next half marathon. I don't like the Cascadia, so no advice there. Both the catamount and caldera are 6mm drop, which will feel different from the 10mm drop of the glycerin, if that matters. As for other brands, the options are endless so I'm just talking Brooks here. Nike Pegasus Trail is a soft shoe with 10mm drop, so that's just a start for something more similar.

What trail runners do you have? The “road to trail” category of shoes truly make a difference in this realm if your hikes aren’t 10+ miles. I use the Nike Pegasus Trail but other brands have models in the category.

It it’s a wide toe-box/ball of the foot, Nike trail shoes are wide enough for me. My feet are super wide at the front, I can’t wear adidas, salomon or hoka due to toes getting squeezed, but seem to do well with Nike (wildhorse, Pegasus trail, kiger are good but wouldn’t suggest Juniper trail)

That's weird, I'm getting miles out of my Pegasus and trail Nikes. But as other's have suggested Hoka is solid.

I’ll second my Nike Pegasus for not-so-technical trails. There is a gore-tex version if there really is a lot of mud/water and you want to trade breathability for dry socks. I’m thinking I’ll probably get that version once temps fall and snows come in my area.

I’ve got insertional Achilles tendinitis too. I’m now using orthotics but have had some success with shockwave therapy right on that spot where it gets tender. Shoe wise I only wear Nike Pegasus Trail at the moment, tried other brands but keep coming back to these.

Can confirm toe drag kills Nike Pegasus faster than heel turn lol. 1 year in for me and I've got a ton of wear on my left toe but the heel is still very much intact.

I’ve been pretty happy with peg trails for non technical ultras.

I second this. I have some NB 1080 v14 which the shop said would be fine on our local maintained trail. The pads are fine but all the exposed foam is getting wrecked so I stopped using them. Nike Pegasus Trail have been great for Road/trail.

Peg Trail 100%. If I go on a trip that will involve visiting cities as well as hiking trails, these are my go to. They handle everything you throw at them reasonably well. They aren't the best hiking or trail run shoes (grip can be less than desired) and they aren't the best city show(because sidewalks not ideal for wearing down grip lugs) but they aren't "bad" at either city or trail. They're a jack of all trades shoe for when you're doing a bit of everything. Plus as Nikes, they look like normal street wear and not like REI speciality outdoors granola hiking boots. Also, ReactX foam is pretty comfortable underfoot for long walking or standing stretches.

Pegasus Trail as long as the trail isn't too muddy

Just finished a 100 miler where the Nike pegs were used for a good 75 miles of the race over zegama 2’s and novablast 4’s. Couldn’t endorse that shoe more!

I use a pair of Trail Pegs for daily use, and commuting. I still have other pairs reserved for running but I’ve been able to get 8 months to a year out of each pair. They’re on sale a lot on Nike’s website for <100$ too!

I’ve had both the Pegasus Trails and the Hoka Speedgoats with the Vibram sole and the difference in massive. Have no confidence in the peggys but o bought a second pair of hokas as they’re super grippy. I live in the UK so for almost the whole year you’re running on wet slippy rocks on the trails

Nike Pegasus Trail, loads of colours and at least some of them are fine for casual use. They’re a great travel shoe.

Consider the Nike Pegadus Trail for a good road-to-trail shoe. They've been great for me! And yes, do recommend rotating through pairs if you are running regularly!

Surprisingly the Nike peg trail fits great. Nike has the best foam too imo

Controversial take, but I really like the Nike peg trails. Big toe box, great foam, stable, decent traction

Having just completed a trip to Europe with needing to hike, run, and tour cities… I brought three pairs of shoes to test out. Ended up being able to do the whole trip with white Pegasus Trail runners - they styled well with all my chinos and jeans, were incredibly comfortable, great traction, lightweight and truly look better than they should have. Yeah they showed dirt - might choose another color next time due to mud - but I won’t ever bring multiple pairs again.

I actually love my nike trail shoes! I have a normal nike Pegasus running sneaker, and a trail pegasus sneaker. I can hardly tell the difference except maybe the fabric, and how it's stiffer and more water resistant and wind resistant than my normal running shoes.

Nike peg trail had a surprisingly wide toe box. I had a massive bunion that required cutting open many of my running shoes and had surgery last year.

I love the Nike peg trail for running and agree they are some of the best looking trail shoes available. However I hate walking in them. Far too soft.

Neutral shoes are fine because the terrain is so varied when trail running. Stability shoes on trails are a recipe for rolled ankles (have flat feet, run in Nike Peg Trails, Nike Terra Kigers, and Saucony Peregrines just fine)

Local trails. Have ran the 50k. Minimal climbs and lots of sand. You can wear road shoes if you want. But if the construction is thin, it might tear up quicker than normal from sharp rocks. Grip will be no issue as it’s fairly flat. Highly recommended gaiters as you will fill your shoes with sand etc. My usual shoe of choice, Nike peg trail (recent - Nnormal Kerajg).

I have a a number of miles on the lights trails with a fewer versions of the Pegasus. Worked out well for me.

Happy to see I own three shoes featured on this list. \- Nike Peg Trail: A perfect door to trail shoe. Light, snappy, and can easily log long miles. Advised only for light trail terrain, think California carpet. \- HOKA Mafate Speed: Will just eat any type of terrain. Ran a 50k and never once bothered my feet. \- Nike Zegama 2: Have a pair stashed in the closet, ready for use.

The earlier range of Nike Trail shoes were not good. I had a pair of Nike Peg Trail 36s and while light and snappy, were brutal on technical terrain. I've got three different models of Nike's now, and IMO are some of the most underrated trail lines currently out there. \- Peg Trails - Are the best Door-to-Trail shoe out there. Somehow light and snappy enough for road while being rugged enough for trail terrain. \- Wildhorse 8s - When it gets muddy here in the PNW, I switch to these. Chunky lugs, and great grip for wet days on the trail. They're pretty damn heavy, but are very comfortable. \- Zegama 2s: I've heard them compared to the HOKA Mafate's and I tend to agree. All day trail eaters. \*Big caveat being that I have a very narrow foot and tend to like more aggressive trail running shoes.

I like the Peg Trail for soaking up junk miles, but the prospect of doing a 100 in them makes me feel queasy. (I did do a 50 miler in them once, but wouldn't rush to repeat the experience)

Any recent Pegasus has a decent outsole that works on trails, as do a lot of Puma shoes with the PumaGrip outsole, namely the Deviate and the Velocity. Craft’s road shoes are all trail capable and I’ve been a fan of the CTM Ultra lineup as a trail-capable road shoe.

I love this shoe too, but it's limited by the high 10 mm drop and soft heel on more technical terrain. A 4 mm drop version of this shoe would be so awesome since they ruined the Kiger 10.

true pegasus was good for 3mos and 100 miles. plenty of friends also only rock boost too.

>... false sense of security so you roll/sprain your ankle worse. This was very true for me :) In my country the "old hiking rule" was that you always need high boots for mountains because they would protect your ankles. But it turns out that with high boots I had a false sense of security and was thus less careful when descending and consequently often twisted my ankle. The high shoe maybe helped a bit and prevented a harder sprain but it still hurt. I then switched to trail runners and I can see that I now walk way more carefully and have a way more precise foot placement than before. Consequently I haven't twisted my ankle ever since the switch. However it must be said that not all trail runners are equal in terms of stability and ground feel... La Sportiva Bushido which I have now are awesome but some Nike trail runners I had in the past were very bad and unstable.

I got nike trail runners and they work great. If theres a nike outlet store you can find them on sale.. I make sure I get just the right size and not too loose so they're not sloppy. Personally I put in the spenco runner gel insoles to reduce impact because I play on turf half the time. I also rock the mcdavid level 3 ankle braces om both feet s. This helps make sure I never roll my ankle. Hope this helps