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Trail running shoes for heavier runners

Over 90 kg every footstrike works the shoe harder: the foam bottoms out sooner and the foot looks for stability. These are the most cushioned, firmest-platform options in our catalogue.

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Before you buy

  • Pick cushioning that lasts: a soft foam collapses and loses stability two hours in.
  • Check lug wear every 500 km: with more weight the outsole wears faster.
  • A technical sock and a snug midfoot hold spread the load better than sizing up.

Each shoe has its specs (weight, drop, stack height, lugs, toebox width) taken from the manufacturer's listing or RunRepeat lab measurements, and the source is recorded in the catalog. The score adds points for terrain, distance, cushioning and special needs; there are no made-up percentages and no paid placements: the order depends only on your answers. We earn a commission if you buy through our Amazon links, at no extra cost to you. This is general guidance, not medical or podiatry advice: if you have injuries or doubts, see a professional and always try the shoe on.

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