![]() ![]() Previous versions of the Xodus were rugged trail tanks that we’d grab for truly gnarly terrain. Stretchy laces can impair midfoot lockdown. ![]() The midsole itself still uses less responsive Pwrrun foam, but embedded in it is a new rock plate tuned to be slightly more flexible. Underfoot, Saucony peeled off the TPU bead-based topsole and instead used it for the sockliner. A more durable, sleek mesh keeps the same level of protection without the need for more layered overlays. Most of that weight savings comes from the upper and topsole. It still does all of those things well, though underwent a big change: Saucony shaved over an ounce compared to last year’s Peregrine. And, it’s earned multiple awards from our team for its versatility-across terrains, foot shapes, and distances-at a price that didn’t break the bank. It’s just as suited for newbies’ first footprints on a muddy trail as it is for shielding vert-chasers’ toes on rock-strewn singletrack. Saucony’s Peregrine line has long been a speedy trail shoe that works well for many types of runners in a wide variety of conditions. I felt super confident bombing down the descent.” I’ve bit the dirt many times on it, but not while wearing the Pulsar. “There’s a slick and mossy flat rock on the Warren Highlands trail that I test every trail shoe on. I didn’t feel sharp rocks underfoot and my turnover still felt fast,” said one tester who logs about 50 miles of road-to-trail running per week. “The cushioning is protective and bouncy, but not super plush. ![]() Testers said the Pulsar feels slightly softer and more responsive than the Sense Ride, and praised its reliable traction and secure inner fit sleeve. The new Pulsar Trail has similar traits, but adds an energy-return boosting perk-a propulsive TPU plate that Salomon calls “Energy Blade”-for just a $10 price bump. Its firm, durable cushioning handles daily jogs and long runs comfortably, and the moderate heel-toe offset feels accessible to low-drop and high-drop runners alike. Salomon’s Sense Ride has been a cult favorite among both beginners and longtime trail racers. Hybrid shoes have shorter lugs (2mm to 4mm) and a softer on-road feel than their burly siblings, and are well-suited for soft singletrack and local wooded trails that don’t make you slow to a walk due to unsure footing. These shoes will serve you better the more rugged the terrain and may work for day hiking as well. Rigid shoes with deep lugs (5mm+) are best on technical trails with poor footing, but they’ll also be far less forgiving, even uncomfortable, on road runs. With the latter, try to think about whether the trails you encounter are technical or smooth, flat or steep, have loose or firm footing, and whether or not you cross water. The two main things to consider before purchasing trail running shoes are what type your feet need (think stiff or pliable, neutral or stable, wide or narrow, high or low heel-to-toe drop) and what type of shoes the terrain demands. Whatever your preference or personal ideology, we think everyone can be a trail runner, especially with the help of a good pair of shoes. Trevor Raab What to Look for in a Trail Running Shoe A quality trail shoe needs to be ready for the trail’s obstacles, like rocks, roots, and wet leaves. ![]()
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