Speedland - GL:PDX

Altra Timp has been my go-to shoe for a few years. Recently switched to the Speedland GL:PDX and really like it.

Speedland: GS: TMT for long trail runs (50 miles) Speedland: GL: PDX, medium distance trail runs (150 miles, 2nd pair) Lone Peak 8s: Daily runner, mixed road & trail (225 miles, probably owned like 30+ LPs) I need to add a dedicated road shoe for days that I don't make it to one of the local parks. Speedlands are a bit pricey but I've really been enjoying them so far. I rarely ever changed the tension on my laces midrun with traditional laces but being able to quickly tighten them up for technical downhills or loosen them for climbs has been nice. I got on the Lone Peak band wagon around version 3 and have always been happy enough with them although I generally get some pain in the sole of my foot if going 20+ miles in them.

Can confirm, GL PDX with some minor adjustments is an amazing shoe!

I added spikes... 3 on the forefoot and 2 all the way back... it's wet af and technical on the trails where I live so I need all the traction I can get 😎

yerp, I second...er, third that! It took about a month for my feet to get used to the minimal drop and I also added some strategically placed spikes to help with traction on the wet rocks and roots. The upper is super tough and they drain and dry quickly but I wouldn't race anything more than a 20k in them because they lack the cushion but I have ordered a pair of GS for the longer routes. I also appreciate the fast and helpful responses from customer service 💯

When I "technical trail" I winder what people mean because where I am at we have some black diamond shit. Wet, mossy rocks, mud, roots, more rocks and scree... we have everything except dry trails for 300+ days a year to put it into perspective. With that said I run in the following, ranked from most used to least... 1. Speedland GS GAR with some spikes added (3 on toe area and two all the way at the back) for a liiiitle extra grip on wet roots or rocks. I love these shoes for the wet, long run days. I leave the carbon plate out of these. 2. Speedland GL PDX: tempo/threshhold/ 5k, 10k even 20k but no more than that. Deeper lugs also helps when it gets really sloppy and also same spike arrangement added and I like the carbon plate in these. 3. VJ Ultra 3: Not the super deep lugs like the Inov8 shoes but amazing rubber and a really good wide toebox fit... at least by my standards. Hoka Tecton/x 3: On the dry days where the trails have had a couple days prior to really get things dry. I really love these shoes but they just don't have the traction for trails as technical as these. Hoka Zinal 2: For the short up's / hill races, hill sprints, etc. added a Sper Feet sole to these to add a little stiffness and protection. That's my quiver and my recommendations :) at least for trails...

Speedland if you can swing the price. I’m at 500 miles in mine and still feel fresh…unusually rotate shoes at 300-350. I’ve done a 50k, a 50 miler and a 100k in them

I love mine so much. Already at 430 miles and they still feel new. Never had a shoe feel so fresh for so long and with the BOA, I can tackle steep descents and ascents without any hot spots or pressure points. Going to get my next pair from Speedland in advance of my two 100ks and 100m this season

I’ve personally found that a wide toe box is a greater advantage for me over everything else on trail. I’ve worn Altra, Hoka, Norda, and Speedland over the last 10 years of ultra racing and training. Wide toe box + BOA system is my holy grail and I’m currently in Speedland’s after coming over from the Altra Mont Blanc BOA. I tightened up my stride in zero drop over time and has been good for trail cadence and nimbleness whether I’m in a zero drop or drop shoe.

Speedland, the only shoe I will wear on trail.

I rolled my ankles about every 6 months in speedgoats then switched to speedland and haven't rolled an ankle in 2 years. They also last longer and I will never wear a shoe without boa again.

Yep most overrated shoe on the market along with hoka speedboats

My last pair of Speedlands lasted me over 1000 miles. While it can be expensive up front it saved me money in the end as it lasted at least 2.5x longer than a $150 pair would.

Since you’re willing to spend some money, you should look into Speedland. Superior durability.

Oh yeah, bummer. Get a stateside friend to send some!

Speedland are the super supers.

Dozens- hoka, altra, topo, speedland and mount to coast. Rotate them all kinda. Two different sizes. I am a big guy and don’t cheap on my shoes. Whatever it takes to get the miles in.