Trail Addict

Following our trail running debut last year, we now went another big step further and not only improved the lacing system and its storage pocket, but also met the high demands of trail running even more in terms of material and craftsmanship. The toe-bumper now offers even more protection for your toes in difficult terrain. The sole technology that meanwhile has become typical for our Functional Footwear design concept, developed in collaboration with Soles by Michelin, offers extra grip thanks to multi-directional studs. As a highlight, a special process in sole casting by CAMO BLENDING makes each shoe unique. The process allows two colors to merge naturally, which means that no soles are the same and a particularly unique pattern is created. The soft rip-stop upper material is in "tinted orange" robust and breathable at the same time. The stability that is so central to trail runners, is provided by Joe Nimble's toefreedom® philosophy, which has been legendary for decades. 

If necessary, gaiters to protect against dirt and stones are conveniently attached to a specially designed ring and velcro fixture system integrated in the shoe. In medium sizes, a shoe weighs <290 grams. The additional Flexitec® insole is the ideal supplementary equipment for runs on particularly technical trails: simply placed under the existing insole, it the lightweight spring steel core protects the foot from injury from sharp stones or roots and promotes natural pressure distribution under the metatarsal heads.

OUR ADVICE: After approx. 500km´s of overall running distance, the Addict footbed may have worn down a bit and should be replaced with a new one in order to avoid pain or injuries. Whether this is the case after 500km´s or only after 800km´s depends on your individual situation. It's best to listen to your body carefully, then you are probably on track. You can find the replacement Addict footbeds here.

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Upper material: durable rip stop mesh
Lining material: textile
Sole: Trail Running Sole (6mm with cleats for optimal traction) from ´Soles by Michelin´ (EVA midsole) with zero heel (ball and heel of the foot on one level); no toe spring
Insole: Addict Footbed (6mm) with EVA with textile cover and 3mm heel pad
Weight: < 290 grams (depending on size)