women's trail running shoes (124 ITEMS)
Running over rocks, soils, mud, and gravel, and through grasses, trees, and other wild terrain, requires quality running trail shoes that will protect your feet. At Road Runner Sports, you'll discover the brands at the forefront of women’s running trail shoe design. Shop our store today and find the shoes that will empower your workouts.
Women's Running Trail Shoes FAQs
The right pair of trail running shoes blends performance, stability, and comfort to help you make the most of your runs. If you need help deciding on the perfect pair, read the answers to the most frequently asked questions about women’s trail running shoes to help you choose.
What features should I look for in women's running trail shoes?
Women's trail running shoes should be somewhat rigid and supportive, with cushioning and gripping function. However, the most important feature to look for is a perfect fit. When the shoe fits snugly on your foot, it reduces the chance of slippage, which could impair physical dexterity and lead to an ankle injury. Another element helping to balance body weight and protect the ankle is the overall construction of the shoe, which must be stiffer than the average sneaker for running over rocky or unstable terrain. A trail running shoe should be designed for both hiking and running. They should also be equipped with enough traction to ascend and descend hilly terrain and with sufficient gripping mechanisms for running in mud and loose terrain. Before shopping, consider the distance, terrain, and speed of the run and whether or not a hiking boot might be needed for wetter and soggier conditions. However, many trail running shoes like the Adidas Outdoor Terrex Swift R2 GTX are conveniently waterproof.
What is the difference between women's hiking shoes and women's trail running shoes?
Trail running shoes are great for speed hiking and are more agile for movement than trail running shoes. This is because hiking shoes are heavier than trail running shoes - in some cases weighing between 9 to 19 oz., which makes them less appealing for running. Trail running shoes for women usually weigh closer to eight ounces. Of course, foot protection accounts for much of this lost weight. Hiking boots, for example, have synthetic material to protect against stubbing on outdoor materials, provide mid-ankle protection, and they have a very tough cushioning at the bottom and thicker material up and around the foot to prevent injuries. Trail running shoes have less toe protection, softer cushioning, and may or may not have a rock plate within the sole of the shoe.
Does Road Runner Sports offer discounts on women's running trail shoes?
When signing up for the Road Runner Sports VIP Family Rewards program, shoppers can save 10% on everything. You can also earn 5% rewards cash on every purchase. The search filter in the catalog also helps with designating shoes marked for discount. Using this tool allows customers to select only items that are marked down and makes it easier to save money. You can also look at our outlet shoes which are discounted.
Does Road Runner Sports have a selection of narrow and wide fit women’s trail running shoes?
Many of the trail running shoes for women at Road Runner Sports are available in three different forms: womens standard, women’s wide, and unisex standard. When shopping, the appropriate width can be designated using the search filter. Both the Women’s Hoka Speedgoat 5 and the Women's Brooks Ghost 14, for example, have different sizes, including 2A (Narrow), Medium (Normal), and D (Wide). Whether you just need trail running shoes or you’re revamping your entire athletic shoe wardrobe with a pair of black running shoes too, we have you covered with the latest colors, and styles at competitive prices.
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