What To Look For
When shopping for a Montrail running shoes, you should try to balance stability, comfort, durability and weight for the best trail running experience. However, your shoe selection is ultimately dependent on your running style and personal needs. If you want a lightweight shoe, look for a Montrail shoe with synthetic fabrics and mesh upper material, which keeps the shoe lightweight. If you are interested in stability and control, look for the Gryptonite outsole, which provides additional traction, and the thermoplastic mid-foot shank, which provides a rigid torsion. If cushioning is important, look for TerraHex technology, which is Montrail's cushioning technology.
Common Pitfalls
One of the most important elements of the Montrail running shoe is the fit. You should maintain a thumbnail's length in the toe area from the longest toe to the end of the shoe. Ensure the width is comfortable without stretching the fabric. Also, see that the heal of the shoe can move without slipping off of the heal.
Where To Buy
Montrail running shoes are available online and through authorized Montrail retailers. Online retailers include Zappos, Online Shoes, Altrec, Travel Country, Rock Creek, Backcountry, Moosejaw, Running Warehouse and Mountain Gear. You can look up authorized retailers on Montrail.com by city and state or zip code.
Cost
As of August 2010, Montrail running shoes cost between $95 and $135 according to Running Warehouse. How much you are willing to pay impacts which features you will get on your running shoes. By searching through the clearance areas of online retailers, you can sometimes find older models of the Montrail running shoes at discounted prices. Montrail's running shoes do not change drastically from year to year, so there is likely little difference between older models and the more expensive current models.
Accessories
Some Montrail running shoes have Gore-Tex (GTX), which is a waterproof fabric that is sewn into the shoe, making it well suited for rugged conditions. A shoe with a gusseted tongue is also effective for keeping rocks and debris out of the shoe during trail runs.
Insider Tips
While regular running shoes work for trail running, investing in trail-specific shoes provides additional safety and stability features, such as a more rigid sole and a heel cage.
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