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Garmont Nasty Trail Running Shoe

garmont-nasty.jpgGarmont Nasty Trail Running Shoe – More than just a trail shoe.

Make no mistake, the Garmont Nasty Trail Running Shoe is more than just a trail running shoe. Its unique design makes it ideal for not only trail running but, approach hikes, day hiking, cross training, scrambling, and canyoneering just to name a few.

The versatility of the Garmont Nasty Trail Running Shoe comes from the G4 Strike underfoot structure components. These components include a compression molded EVA midsole as well as a thermal plastic urethane spine. The combination of these provide outstanding stabilization and shock dispertion.

The Garmont Nasty Trail Running Shoes RhinoStrike outsole is also molded into the frame. Found on the outsole is a rubber toe bumper and multi-directional lugs. These provide you with protection and responsive grip on technical terrain.

The quick & dirty:

Where you can get one:
Amazon: $94

Why the rock:

  • Material: [Upper] Strong mesh, open mesh
  • Lining: Garmont Quick Dry Synthetic
  • Sole: Garmont RhinoStrike
  • Lacing: Asymmetrical closure system
  • Shank: TPU spine
  • Recommended Use: Adventure running, approach, day hikes
  • Weight: [Size 8.5] 1b 11oz (830g)

Why it bites:

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Seat-of-the-pants rating: 10 out of 10

If you like the idea of hiking in trail running shoes, but want a little more protection and features, the Garmont Nasty Trail Running Shoe are what you are looking for. The Garmont Nasty Trail Running Shoe offers the lightness of of a trail shoe but many of the features of a low cut hiking boot.

Looking to buy? Check out these sites:
Amazon: $94