New Trail Running Shoes for Fall 2026 — image accompanying Canadian Running's report. Image accompanying Canadian Running’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Salomon's Aero Blaze 4 GRVL GTX offers a firm ride for light trails and rain, featuring a chunky midsole and a new QuickLace system. It's lighter than most waterproof shoes, suitable for up to half-marathons.
NNormal's Kjerag 02, a top-tier trail-racing flat, uses a breathable upper and a low stack for excellent ground feel. It's used by Kilian Jornet for workouts to ultras, with a Vibram outsole for grip. Read more gear coverage.
Norda's 055 racing shoe, with a higher midsole stack, is designed for ultra distances and rough terrain. It features a snug collar, thick midsole, and deeper lugs, endorsed by Rachel Entrekin's race win. Related: iRunFar's Top Trail Running Shoes of 2026.
This original Runner World brief is based on reporting from Canadian Running. Visit the source for its complete reporting, context and any later corrections.
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What should runners know about New Trail Running Shoes for Fall 2026?
Explore the latest trail running shoes for fall, designed for various terrains and distances. Salomon's Aero Blaze 4 GRVL GTX offers a firm ride for light trails and rain, featuring a chunky midsole and a new QuickLace system. It's lighter than most waterproof shoes, suitable for up to half-marathons.
When did Runner World publish this gear brief?
Runner World published this brief on August 20, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated August 20, 2026.
Where can readers find the complete original report?
This summary is based on reporting from Canadian Running. The attributed source link in the article leads to the publisher’s complete report.
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