Tecton X Series

I have the Tecton (X2) and it's a carbon plated trail "super" shoe. If most of your running is not on the trails, then I would suggest another shoe. I use my Tectons on my weekly (sometimes twice weekly) trail runs and they can handle more mileage than your typically race focused super shoes.

On my third pair of Deviate Nitro 2s, used exclusively for trail. (Should probably upgrade to the 3s or 4s - however there is just something about the 2s for me). Granted I'm not doing anything overly technical, but the Deviates are my favourite 'all rounders' to use on the trail, including among dedicated trail shoes. Haven't ever doubted the puma grip. For reference - I use Tectons for races, and Prodigio Pros for anything more technical. Deviates are just an elite all around shoe.

Tecton X 3 is a good call above. I'd also look at the Salomon S/Lab Ultra 3 if you want that snappy energy return without giving up traction. I've found it handles the same slippery/rooty stuff you'd rely on the Agility Peak for, but it's noticeably faster feeling on the flats and downhills. Good shoe for race distances in your range.

That Merrell is good, I also run in VJ ultra 3, Hoka Tecton X3 and I have a thing for topo.. However I may like the wide form, sometimes Tecton just gives the right amount of foothold for more technical trails and racing

I use the Terrex ASUs. Just make sure you replace that terrible stock insole that is so bad it litterally cuts through your arch. Speaking of arch if you have a somewhat low arch I would check elsewhere like the tecton x3. That’s what I should have done. Other than that yeah you can notice the extra running economy, more so when you push it. At lower speeds it’s obviously less noticeable. I really suggest you try them first because of the high arch.

Go for it. I think a super shoe for that race profile would be ideal, though with some technical stuff, you just need to be mindful. There are a number of good options, but find the one that works best for you. I hated the Tecton 3s, but some people love them. The first Adidas Terrex Speed Ultra did not work for me also. I used a prototype of the Ultrafly 2 and it worked out great for a non technical trail 50 miler. I would also would consider the Brooks Cascadia Elite. It's pricy though. The Prodigio Pros are a great non-plated shoe

Of course. Happy to help.  I got hooked up as a tester for the shoe way back. The 2 is a better shoe. The 1 was flat. I just picked up the Cascadia Elite but haven’t tried it yet. I think that could be a good shoe to try for you over the adidas.  Feedback so far from others is good. Try the prodigo pro too. It’s a great shoe. I also run in the Zegama, which is very cushioned. It’s a little over engineered and heavy, but I think it works well.  Honestly, pick one, go full send, and don’t overthink it. You can have a back up shoe to quiet the mind, but I don’t think you’ll need it. 

Hoka na pang-trail running gamit ko. Nakasurvive naman na ng marami-raming trek at hike, putik at ilog, nagamit ko na rin for Pulag. 😂 Inaayos ko lang ang sintas para better hold sa ankles. 👌

Hoka Tecton X :D Ok naman sya, hindi masakit sa paa kahit medyo magswell na kakalakad. Around 2 years na rin sakin. Ang di ko lang gusto, sobrang naputikan ko once, tapos di ko na matanggal yung marks ng mud. 😅