In any sport, having good material and choosing the most appropriate for each occasion is essential, especially when you gain experience and each one sets his own goals and strives to achieve them.
With regard to the world of mountain running, nowadays in great boom and with an important acceptance, sports brands are increasingly specializing by providing high quality models and different uses, adapting to all possible formats: vertical race, ultras, online races, training...
The experience itself is marking the steps to follow and soon you realize that to enjoy or compete in this world should get a good assortment of shoes and run at ease in all types of terrain, distances and conditions. Your choice will determine whether you perform at your best in a race or enjoy an outing in the mountains in complete safety. It is also a good idea to use several suitable models at the same time.
I opt for models that have been able to give me what I need at all times and are suitable for my characteristics and needs.
In competition
I look for a fast, light shoe with good traction. It is in these situations that the agility of the model can give you the necessary confidence to push on the climbs and above all take risks on the descents.
This place goes to the La Sportiva Crosslite 2.0. The Italian brand has a wide range of high quality models designed for the mountain. Its catalog of models is being renewed and no longer includes this model on its official website. Even so, it is the best shoe I have tested for medium/long distances, on soft surfaces with mud in competitions. Its reliability is very high. It fits me like a glove, it is light, well protected and with great traction. It behaves like a Formula 1 in the mountains. In addition in this last model they have managed to balance its cushioning and that is appreciated and makes it possible to extend the range of distances and the profile of runner.
In long workouts
I am looking for a comfortable and cushioned model with which I can enjoy long runs in the mountains without worrying about anything. The model's protection and cushioning take precedence over other factors. Within this facet we can find more or less light models, with a more prominent tread or those smoother, more waterproof for very wet or snowy conditions...
This place goes to Adidas Supernova Riot 5. Although it is not very light, the details in technology make the difference. All this makes a fairly balanced model. Suitable for all types of runners. It is a shoe with which I can do many kilometers without noticing discomfort with the passage of kilometers. It adapts quite well to all terrains and its cushioning is remarkable.
In mixed training
When I want to run fast in the mountains or on a variety of terrains: asphalt, track, trail... I look for a model with good response, traction and balanced cushioning. It can also be oriented to fartlek or uphill and downhill training or short/medium distance competitions with a variety of terrains. Similar to mixed shoes. Terrain feel and versatility make the difference. Within this facet the choice is difficult since there is a great variety of models.
This place goes to the Salomon Sense Mantra , which, within its light weight, offers natural movement, protection and cushioning for intense training. It is a very well designed and balanced model within its light weight. It is also a pioneering and innovative brand in the world of mountain running.
I wish you all a 2014 full of illusions and challenges to achieve. And above all enjoy and respect the mountain.
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