The Best Trail Running Shoes of 2026 (So Far)

From daily trainers to ultramarathon racing shoes, we've provided our top two favorites for each of our core trail-running categories. With so many excellent options out there, Loucas steps up to the plate to break down what makes these picks so special and what types of running they're best for.

Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Standard Daily Trainers
4:06 - Max Cushion Daily Trainers
7:08 - Performance/Sub Ultra
9:44 - Super/Race Ultra
13:08 - Final Thoughts

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The Best Trail Running Shoes of 2026 (So Far)