Trail Shoes - Minimal Cushioning

As the name suggests, shoes in this category offer excellent ground contact, with lightweight cushioning and more minimalist protection underfoot. Some are more flexible, while others offer more structure, but all are designed to maximize ground feel and provide good support with each stride. Typically recommended for runners looking for a slim shoe for fast, short distance runs, they can also be an asset on highly technical trails for runners accustomed to this type of model.