This matrix could not have dropped at a better time for me. I was browsing for trail shoes last night and decided to wait a day. Having seen the road shoe matrix of 2022 my instincts told me this vlog would be around the corner. Thanks Seth! We all wish you a speedy recovery!!

It is important in this kind of vlog to add variables like rock protection, grip, performance on wet rock, performance on mud, road to trail.. I think the trail running matrix looks too much like the road running matrix and we need these variables to make an informed choice.. Still great vlog though!!

@marlinweekley51

Жыл бұрын

Trail shoe comparison is difficult if not impossible, trail races rarely have a course with consistent surface type unlike road races where the surface is almost always uniform. Trail shoes in my opinion (at least for ultra races) comes down to comfort as your gonna be out there quite awhile compared to a road race and comfort is very individualizes subjective thing. If new to the trails go to a good shoe store and try on multiple shoes- if a shoe is immediately comfortable try another then consider other factors after (if your lucky) you find 2 or 3 comfortable shoes. Good luck 😀🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️

Yes hope this makes comment of the day. Trail running is something I really want to get better at and try. I am so close to NC mtns. I am an older runner at 55 years old. I want to spend more time alone just simply enjoying the trails and life. Love this post about trails. I currently have the EVO Speedgoat. But looking forward to trying other options. Great Vlog Seth. Keep up the great work. My favorite road shoe is speed 2 run shield. Need to try the Saucony trail shoe.

Altra ( Mont Blanc ) and Hoka ( speedgoat 5 ) share the first spot for me. Followed by Salomon ( ultra glide 3 ). The surprise of ‘22 come from Norda! The 001 is a blast! Thanks for your continued inspiration Seth. We share an injury for now and your continued energy keeps me committed to getting back! 🔥

Really helpful these matrixes. Now if only I actually knew what I wanted/needed and they would be even more helpful. 😅 But I'm getting there. I'm a relative begginner at running and the more I run and more I try different shoes, the more I learn what my feet need. One thing I've learned already is to stay away from stability shoes even though that was what all the stores were pushing on me because I have flat feet. I love really plush stability shoes to walk in, but for running I hate them. They're way too heavy and clumsy and they actually make my feet hurt after running anything over an hour. But for pretty much anything else, it's still a lot of trial and error, but at least your matrixes can help me pick up shoes for different types of runs, and will eventually figure out if I want softer or firmer or more responsive or whatever. 👍

My favorite company that makes running shoes is Salomon without a second thought. They don't just design solid trail shoes (Ultra Glide and Pulsar Trail Pro!) but their shirts and vests are top of the line as well. For shorts I prefer Gore and Fusion, but I wear Salomon tees and vests every single ultra.

QD - i loved (Still love) love but im always sadden to see the durability.. and i actually loved my trabuco max in 2021! Nowadays i love scarpa. They know how to make mountain gears. Not a lot of shoe models but you’ve got all you need : speed trail with the 2.0, allrounder with the golden gate atr, long distance with the infinity. Keep well Seth, Mick form France

LRC strong supporting our little egg man here!!! We got this!

Oh 🥰🥰🥰 There is the trail running shoe matrix 🔥 I accidentally thought on your video that you published yesterday that that was the trail running shoe matrix 😄 I haven't thought that it would come this soon 😃👌

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

Hope you like it!

Saucony is my favourite shoe company right now as they have something for everyone. Road or trail, soft or firm, speed or recovery.

I definitely am one of the people who prefers a firmer shoe for trails. I think if you have good consistent form on the roads then a soft shoe totally helps but on the trail where every step and foot strike is a little different, the squishy softness tends to give you the illusion of just being able to place your foot and step the same each time and let the midsole smooth out the ground, but the forces are still translating up into your legs, and a firmer shoe gives me more feedback if I'm placing my steps poorly and I can adapt, which saves my joints.

QD: Asics Trabuco 9 & 10. Amazing performance, breathability and traction on brutal, high elevation mountains. I run on the Andes mountain range down here in South America.

Great video!! QD: Salomon. Definitely love the Speedgoat 5 for very long runs. Can’t wait to try the Nike Zegama though :))

Great vlog Seth, might I suggest the north face vectiv eminus, great shoe and available for 65EURO on the north face Irish site

Qod. Trail brand has been primarily hoka( mafate, torrent, and challenger). My favorite for mountain running is the vj ultra. Hokas seem to work well with my feet and mechanics. And the vj just grips everything on the mountain.

Seth you need to get some topo athletic shoes on here. Currently my favorite running shoe brand and their trail shoes are phenomenal

37? You are but a child! Age is just a number.

@iambrent

Жыл бұрын

Same age as Kipchoge!

I'm not even a trail runner (except for easy, well maintained gravel trails) and this matrix still has me excited about theoretically running some awesome trails someday. Alas, I live in the flat Midwest. I jumped back to last year's matrix after you mentioned the ASICS TRABUCO MAX and now I'm considering it for wet/muddy/winter running.

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

BINGO Brent! Trabuco Max would be a great shoe for winter running in the midwest. You could use it on the roads too for icy conditions. Thanks for being a member Brent.

@j.w.matney8390

Жыл бұрын

I would suggest you take a trip south to Tennessee-the Chattanooga area or Asheville-lots of trails even in December. Mountain to Sea is incredible.

@michaelpalm2210

Жыл бұрын

I like the Brooks Cascadia 16 gore tex. no more wet feet. great traction, rock plate protection. Fantastic!🥰

Really excited to try out the New Balance FF X More Trail V2 on these “old woman legs”. 43 years old and the injuries the past few years have not been fun. Hoping something that feels like butter will get me moving out there again.

Great video, although I had just calmed my dogs down and then your barking sound caused chaos 😂

Amazingly helpful!

@SethJamesDeMoor

7 ай бұрын

Great great! Thanks for the Superthanks!

Best running shoe company which suits the trail’s I run on 5 days a week is Hoka Speedgoat 5 long runs and Torrent 2 for the more technical shorter distance. I have tried Inov8, Salomon and Saucony none offer the same level of foam.

The toe box of the Tobo red Boot is nice and wide. Feet did not get hot while Bombing down Ice Houe Canyon here in California

I love me my Ultra Glides and they have carried me through 400+ miles and are holding up great. So it's easy to say Salomon.... However.. Saucony is just doing things really well. The edge is fantastic and might become my primary trail shoe very quickly.

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Hi Seth, can you do running shoe battle between SG5 vs Xodus Ultra? Thanks!

The North Face Vectiv Enduris is the best running shoe I’ve ever owned. The outsole is fantastic. The energy return is great. The rocker makes going faster feel more efficient. At the end of every run, my feet still feel great.

@rgweaver

Жыл бұрын

Agree! It's my all-time favorite too (once I swapped out the laces).

Hello Seth, did you ever test the Dynafit 100 ultra? I have a pair and I wonder what your thoughts would be about this shoe.

No Asics Fuji Lite 2???? I ran my first 50K on them and loved it. I had over 5,500 ft of elevation and managed to keep ALL my toe nails. Hope your recovery is going well, Seth :)

Hello Seth, do you have a recommendation for a trailshoe for people with plantar fasciitis? I heard that a stiffer forefoot area and a narrower heel sole (smaller width) could help.

Please include a category for casual hiking too!

Since your in Colorado have you ever ran the incline

Saucony for sure. Love the Ultra easily my new favorite. I used them running in the Indian peaks to summit Arapahoe amazing grip and protection. Build quality is off the charts on all there shoes. Love the Peregrine 12 in the mud and snow as well. Excited to hopefully try the edge.

Saucony Perigrine and I pick a Kinvara if the trail is easy and dry.

QD: Probably have to say Hoka for long distance but Salomon and Inov-8 are in my active rotation for specific purposes. This trail matrix doesn't seem to have that many new contenders. Time for the big names to work on a little more innovation or move over to the smaller names willing to fight for market share (Nnormal, Raidlight, Evadict...)?

I'm 100% a saucony user. started with the Peregrine, and then the Xodus. I'm kinda hoping a trail shoe based off the Tempus? #teamsaucony oh! and thank you for everything on your channel! merci :)

QD: Hoka, I'm loving it :D

Hi. Did you Test the Salomon Genesis? Apparently ist a blast. Hope to have your Feedback :) Great Video and analysis btw :)

Have you ever tried the trail shoe brand “VJ”? They really have some killer shoes, like VJ MAXx, VJ Ultra, and VJ Irock.

What about durability and to use as a hiking shoe as well as running?

Great Trail matrix, Seth! NB More trail for the win!

Hope the injury is healing up quick! QD: Between Saucony and HOKA right now, leaning Sauc - Xodus Ultra and Edge are pretty darn good on trails but the Tecton is solid as a trail/carbon, and more stable than the Sauc Endo Edge, and the upcoming Mafate Speed 4 has me intrigued.

Please test the Salomon S/Lab Pulsar SG (Soft ground edition)

@sethjamesdemoor and anybody else reading this. What shoes would you recommend for "potty" trails? That's all we have over here in Asheville.

I’ve been using the Tecton-X for all trail work outs and races and loving it, we haven’t had much rain recently so nothing muddy but for everything I have used it for it’s been excellent

Saucony: Xodus Ultra and Endorphin Edge

Yo seth you absolutely need to try the Norda 001!

QD: Definitely Hoka One One!!!

Qd. I guess either Hoka or Saucony.

I am of the opinion that only a test of 300-500 kilometers is relevant for evaluating running shoes (not only in terms of quality)

QD: It is Hoka, and it is not even close. They do not cut corners! They put vibram on their mountain shoes. They last forever--especially the speedgoats!

Hey Seth! For someone who mainly runs on the roads, but is looking to get into trail running, would you recommend the speedgoat 5 as an all-rounder? Or would you opt for something else?

@mnmnmnmnmnmnmn

Жыл бұрын

Its a great all around, same with the new balance more trail, as well as the salomon pulsar. Hope this helps!

I'm loving Altra on the trails right now. Salomon is my go-to when I'm going long/fast, but for those daily trail bop-alongs the zero drop just does me right.

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

Comment of the day!!! : )

Pulsar SG?

QOD: asics right now, also arcteryx for their clothing

QD : Salomon... of course as a French guy 🇫🇷 🇫🇷 🇫🇷

QD: speedgoats are the best!

Tried Xodus Ultra lugs were damaged after their first outing and the heel is like a solid block of plastic and unstable for technical terrain. Tried Speedgoat 5 today and they great very stable on technical terrain. will be my go to for ultra mountain races.

Seth, if I’m not mistaken, the Salomon Pulsar and the Salomon S/Lab Pulsar are two different shoes. To be clear, you were referring to the S/Lab Pulsar in your matrix.

@reecejulian

Жыл бұрын

I believe he meant the pulsar trail for easy days and s/lab pulsar for fkts/races

@palmerprod

Жыл бұрын

yea i wish he would clear this up...i almost just bought the regular pulsar but i think he ran in the S/Lab Pulsar (but price difference)

My bother he passed away from cancer when he was 21 i really miss him. Run on

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear Daniel, so sorry. prayers for him

I don’t think ppl would mind if this was redone with considering the type of terrain and conditions. I do sometimes have that knee issue with too soft of a shoe but also don’t like bruising under the foot so I need shoes with rock plate. Then that opens another issue, which shoes with rock plates actually have energy return to keep you going for long runs. The tweeners there are harder to choose from with compromise of course but all that information is needed.

@WarriorGurl23

Жыл бұрын

I have same issue. Which shoes do you usually go with?

@cesarrodriguez3789

Жыл бұрын

@@WarriorGurl23 i haven't decided yet, been looking for more reviews on innov8 xtalon ultra, saucony xodus ultra/edge, and any new comers out there.

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

So many vlog ideas so little time!

@RowOfMushyTiT

Жыл бұрын

@@WarriorGurl23 Kiger 8s are quite protective because of the airbag, without being bulky. Zegama is very protective, with a high stack and rockplate. Mostly I'm excited about the Salomon Genesis.

Do you have any shoe recommendations for a mid to back of the packer who is running Pikes Peak marathon? Was thinking Speedgoat 5?

@ericperramond3463

Жыл бұрын

at least TRY the Saucony Xodus Ultra when you try the SG5, I think the foam in the Xodus is superior and the traction just as good, and it has a protective plate in it (the SG5 does not).

@levandmarthapolyakin-aaron2183

Жыл бұрын

I suggest at least trying on the most recent Saucony Peregrine in addition

So after lots of testing of the Speedgoat 5's I've determined that I love the shoe but it's not a good fit for me with my peak race the Pikes Peak Marathon. The narrow toe box can be problematic for my foot shape when going down Barr trail (feels amazing on the ups). I've considered the Tecton X as the toe box seems quite a bit wider. The Saucony Endorphin Edge is really intriguing to me but am curious if it's nimble enough to navigate down the mountain? I really wish I could try all of these shoes on haha.

@JP11277

Жыл бұрын

I just started testing the edge. 10 miles in and the feedback is crazy. Without exerting extra effort i was much quicker through similar trails. The collar felt just a touch loose to me so far but I'm adjusting to it well. I've been in the the Ultra Glides primarily before this and the lacing system on the Glide is incredible so there's that. I think the Edge will be the trail shoe of 2022 and the technology is really ahead of other shows I've tried. Best ride I've felt in the woods

@MattRunsColorado

Жыл бұрын

@@JP11277 great information, thanks so much!! I'm leaning towards the edge for sure.

@RowOfMushyTiT

Жыл бұрын

@@JP11277 Did you size down?

@JP11277

Жыл бұрын

@@RowOfMushyTiT i got my standard size, now over 20+ miles and they feel really good. I wear Balega (no show) socks. So that's the general thickness for perspective.

3-way fight SP5, Edge, Xodus

In The Matrix.

love it, more sneaker reviews please

@iambrent

Жыл бұрын

Just picked up another pair if Ultra Glides for 90 Canadian bucks! 3rd pair. Haven't found a more comfy shoe...period. I guess I'm a convert:)

One of the very first times I've been awake in New Zealand when the Vlog posts... Haven't even gotten to the QOD but I'm taking this as a win (just like my 2nd fastest marathon time on Saturday)

@kiwirevo

Жыл бұрын

Qod... SALOMON... It's just fits my feet...looking forward to try the ultra 4s whenever they turn up

Seth, come back Buddy 🥳❤️⛰️🙌😁

QD: La Sportiva

Hoka all the way

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

any shoe in particular Louis?

@louisbrooks13

Жыл бұрын

@@SethJamesDeMoor speed goats :) I bought the 5 but still wearing out my last pair of the 4

QD I’m Nike all night long !!! Just love the company, although I think their last trail collection wasn’t my favorite

Best road to trail shoe?

@George-lz6ue

Жыл бұрын

Recommend the Hoka Challenger 6 (summer) or the Salomon Ultra Glide (winter), I use both as road to trail shoes and they are great.

QD: I'm team Hoka all the way. I've run a bunch of ultras, and all but my first 50K were in Hoka trail shoes. #THICCbois

For me it’s without a doubt salmon I’ve tried a lot of groceries and it seems like they’re the only ones that work other ones I might have more cushioning but I feel the ground so little or I’m so disconnected from the ground I usually end up tripping I don’t think I have even ever tripped and some I have enough cushioning I have enough protection but not too much I actually think they were designed just for me I’ve run in the real then more minimal ones and I also run my 20+ miles and stuff in the ultra glide and I love them all know I’ve tried all try they feel too sloppy for me I’ve tried some hookers summer OK the torrent was the best but they were still nothing like the salmon fit for me because my midsole is Canonero and Solomon just seems to cater to it😮

QD New Balance.

QD: all things HOKA

What's does tweener mean?

@MattD86

Жыл бұрын

The shoe can be used for multiple purposes (like easy days and racing given the right circumstances)

@jimmcgourty3780

Жыл бұрын

@@MattD86 cheers matt 👍

Salomon, rugged, quality and durable construction.

La Sportiva

Topo

Norda Run. Best overall trail shoe I’ve ever tried is the Norda 001 from Quebec. Willa and Nick Martire make brilliant trail-running footwear and are inspiring entrepreneurs.

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

Norda Norda Norda! : ) you know where to find my PO Box NOrda

@TrailrunnerTroy

Жыл бұрын

@@SethJamesDeMoor pricey I know but they are amazing! Hang in there, Seth. This too shall pass. Keep using the time to reflect and refocus. Brighter days ahead.

QOD: MY FAVORITE TRAIL SHOE COMPANY IS SAUCONY, FOLLOWED BY SAUCONY, FOLLOWED BY SAUCONY. DID I MENTION I LIKE SAUCONY. They just get it right.

Yes, The Matrix I have been waiting for Salomon then Hoka. I am pleased with the results of knowing that the Hoka SG5's, inov-8 Parkclaw 280's and Salomon Pulsar are worth investing. Thank You Seth, get better and love to Lil Mary Kate

@SethJamesDeMoor

Жыл бұрын

Love yah AJ, respect for you