Merrell Agility Peak 6 Trail Running Shoe - Women's Admiral, 6.0

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I love this shoe for long trail days—FloatPro foam stays bouncy deep into the run, and the FlexConnect platform adds stability without feeling stiff. The rock plate is legit on rocky terrain, and the Megagrip outsole grabs everything from wet roots to loose gravel. It’s the kind of shoe you trust on unpredictable trails."" We turn to the Merrell Agility Peak 6 when we need a trail running shoe that delivers confidence, endurance, and protection on every mile. Built for unpredictable terrain, this shoe pairs Merrell’s resilient FloatPro foam midsole with full-length FlexConnect stability for a ride that stays lively and grounded from the first climb to the final descent. The energy return is impressive—keeping each step springy—even during long days deep in the mountains. A forefoot rock plate shields our stride from jagged rocks and surprise roots, letting us stay focused on the fluidity of the run instead of every obstacle underfoot. Beneath it all, the Vibram Megagrip outsole with Traction Lug technology supplies unwavering grip on wet slabs, dusty ridgelines, and loose forest paths. For runners who crave stability and speed on rugged terrain, the Agility Peak 6 is built to meet the challenge."

Price: $159.95 from Backcountry