Running Shoes for Trail Running/Cross Country

[AimeeMarie]

I'm looking to buy some new running shoes; I currently have a pair of Nike Flex I've had for about a year now, they're pretty worn down I've found that they really don't work that well for running/jogging on trails like I tend to. The soles feel too thin, and I can really feel the rocks on my feet. I was wondering if you guys had some suggestions as to good shoes for trail running or cross country. I don't particularly have a preference for brand, though i do find that Nike's tend to fit my feet better. 

[SunsetRunner]

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@AimeeMarie wrote:

I'm looking to buy some new running shoes; I currently have a pair of Nike Flex I've had for about a year now, they're pretty worn down I've found that they really don't work that well for running/jogging on trails like I tend to. The soles feel too thin, and I can really feel the rocks on my feet. I was wondering if you guys had some suggestions as to good shoes for trail running or cross country. I don't particularly have a preference for brand, though i do find that Nike's tend to fit my feet better. 

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If Nike shoes tend to feel good to you, you should stick with it (they tend to be narrow).

Visit a running shoe store in person (if you want assistance) or online - lots of choices in shoes,

some made for trail running (may feel heavy). Shoes s/b changed about every 500 mi. of wear.

[WendyB · Accepted solution]

I would go to a good running shoe store and get fitted. They will look at your gait and give you a couple of options to pick from.

Mine even lets me go outside to run. Its well worth it and your feet will love you for it.

[SunsetRunner]

Is there an echo in here ...

[Atomic77]

Im not a runner just a walker but I use Nike Air Monarch as my walking shoe. Its a cross training shoe I think.

[williamhj]

To the above I'd add that it helps to find an app that tracks the miles you've covered with your shoes.  I track my road shoes and trail shoes so I know when it is getting time to replace them.  I do it closer to 400 miles but would rather be safe than sorry.