Cross-country runners require shoes that are more rugged than their track and pavement counterparts. Running cross country, athletes might find themselves running on hard packed dirt, loose gravel, rock, mud, sand or pavement. In such varied terrain, only running shoes that are built to provide ample cushioning for hard conditions, grip for the slop as well as stiffness for the odd rock that might be stepped on mid-stride will do.
Adidas RESPONSE Trail 16
The adidas RESPONSE Trail 16 is designed with running both in the dirt and on the pavement in mind and won the Editor's Choice award at "Runner's World" for spring 2010. Features include a soft padded forefoot and heel for impact absorption, a heel lined with a gripping surface for downhill running without slippage and a deep grooved sole for traction on loose terrain. Specifications include a weight of 12.6 and 10.9 ounces for men and women, nylon mesh upper, the Torsion System for mid-foot rigidity and a 2010 price of $85.
Adidas RESPONSE Trail 16
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Mizuno Wave Nexus 4
The Mizuno Wave Nexus 4 is designed as an all-around daily training shoe for an affordable price and was voted "Runner's World" Best Buy for Spring, 2010. Features include a solid rubber forefoot, a midsole with notable stability designed to resist overpronation and a simple, uncluttered design. Specifications include a weight of 11 ounces, standard widths and a 2010 price of $85.
Mizuno Wave Nexus 4
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North Face Single Track
The North Face Single Track was awarded the Best Debut award from "Runner's World" for 2010. The Single Track was designed with pavement, dirt and all conditions except mud in mind. Features include the Snake Plate, a protective forefoot plate, a mesh upper, an Ortholite Northotic foot bed, tenacious soles and synthetic overlays. Specifications include a weight of 11.4 and 9.2 ounces and a 2010 price of $100.
North Face Single Track
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