Looking to buy the Best Trail Running shoes in India?
Lets first understand a bit more about trail running and what are trail running shoes.
Trail running is an activity which is done on trails and NOT roads or pavements or tracks. It is very different than road running and therefore needs special type of shoes.
In India there are very few runners who are actually involved in trail running. In fact almost 95 percent of marathons and race events that take place in India are done on roads.
But there are also few trail running events that happen in India. You can actually see a list of trail running events here that have happened in the last few years in India.
Trail running can be referred to running on mountainous terrain, grassy uneven patches or even muddy terrain.
What are Trail Running Shoes?
In simple words, trail running shoes are typically made of soles to assist in traction and grip. These shoes usually have treads to prevent the ankle from twisting when running on uneven surfaces.
Best for people who run in parks, trails, mountains, rocky surface or any other uneven surface.
Trail running shoes have a stiffer, tougher mid-sole to provide support on rough and rugged terrain, rocks etc.
The outsole of these shoes have big cleats to provide better traction and grip while running on rocks and uneven terrain. For example: Asics Alpine XT Trail Running Shoes

Here Are The Top 10 Best Trail Running Shoes For Men In India
1. Salomon SpeedCross 4
- Chevron lugs-lug design with deep penetration and multi-directional grip, improving traction on soft surfaces like mud or loose dirt
- Lace pocket-provides easy storage for the quicklace lacing system
- Quicklace-minimalistic and strong lace for one-pull tightening. Easy-on, easy-off
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2. Salomon L40798000 Alphacross
- Energycell-a high performance Eva foam that provides shock attenuation
- Welded upper-stitch-free upper construction provides a smooth, glove-like, fit and feel
- Regular quicklaces-traditional lacing system with eyelets
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3. Asics Alpine XT Peacoat
- Material Type: Synthetic
- Lifestyle: Sports
- Closure Type: Lace-Up
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4. Nike Zoom Vomero 9
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5. Salomon Synthetic Supercross
- Energycell-a high performance Eva foam that provides shock attenuation
- Ripstop fabric-woven fabrics, often made of nylon, with reinforcement to resist tearing, ripping and abrasion
- Protective toecap-a protective piece of rubber, leather or Synthetic material over the toe area
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6. Skechers Go Trail Jackrabbit
- ULTRA GO cushioned durable midsole Air Cooled Goga Mat insole Trail styled flexible outsole with multi direction traction lugs Wider outsole footprint for added stability H2GO water repellent synthetic and mesh fabric upper Weight: 11 oz. in a men's size 9
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7. Adidas Trail Rocker
- Material: Synthetic
- Lifestyle: Casual
- Closure Type: Lace-up
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8. Nike Air Zoom Wildhorse 5
- Multi-layer mesh in the upper wraps your foot in lightweight breathability
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9. Altra Lone Peak 4.5
- Upper: durable quick-dry air mesh
- Outsole: maxtrac rubber with trailclaw
- Midsole: dual layer Eva/ a-bound with stone guard
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10. Vibram V2.0 Trail Running Shoes
- Polyester fabric upper with added lamination around the toes to prevent seam splitting
- The new upper is also more water repellent than the previous version
- Bungee laces with adjustable toggle closure for a secure fit
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