With plenty of snow, wind, and rain around, why not try a waterproof shoe to keep dry during those wet weather days?
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Saucony – Triumph 22 GTX – £190.00
This waterproof version of the popular Triumph road running shoe makes a great solution for training in the wet. The Gore-Tex upper adds waterproof and breathable protection to the model without adding significant weight or reducing any of the comfort.
The cushioning is the super-responsive PWRRUN PB foam, which adds a great spring to your stride, and in this, the 22nd update, the deep stack of foam is stable and well-balanced. For those longer road runs, the shoe soaks up the road impact without soaking up the rain and is a great choice for winter running.
Waterproof Running Shoes
Saucony Triumph GTX
Sealskinz – Holverstone Waterproof Sock – £40.00
If keeping dry is the order of the day, then go all-in with some waterproof socks from Sealskinz. These lightweight, mid-length socks provide new levels of comfort and waterproof protection from running socks.
The Aquasealz technology keeps water out while remaining breathable for all-day comfort. Hand-linked seams reduce blisters while a midfoot grip keeps the socks in place and anti-microbial Bamboo prevents odor-causing bacteria for fresh-feeling feet.
Sealskinz sock
Nike – Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX – £144.99
Building on the popular ever Pegasus, this version takes the road-going shoe and adds both a Gore-Tex upper and trail outsole.
The Gore-Tex adds waterproof protection, and with a slightly higher ankle collar fit, it ensures debris is kept at bay on the trails. The trail-capable outsole adds good traction without weight or bulk and gives the shoe a go-anywhere capability that’s great for any surface you might encounter between your front door and the trails. The Pegasus is a good all-round option and could easily be a one-shoe solution to your winter training needs.
Nike Pegasus Trail GTX
INOV8 – TRAILTALON GTX – £140.00
Going off-road? Then the Trailtalon will give you the much-needed wet weather grip alongside a waterproof upper. The deep 6mm studs provide exceptional traction on the trails and can easily tackle mud, snow, and dirt tracks with a confidence-inspiring level of grip that means you never need to break your stride. The outsole uses a graphene-enhanced rubber, so durability isn’t in question,n and with a BOOMERANG footbed, the cushioning has a responsive nature as the name suggests.
The upper features plenty of bonded overlays to add further protection and durability to the Gore-Tex lined construction, making the shoe a tough yet lightweight winter off-roader.
INOV8 GTX
HOKA – Speedgoat 6 Mid Gore-Tex – £170.00
How do you make your most popular trail shoe even more capable in the wet and cold? HOKA have solved that question with a mid-cut Gore-Tex version of their Speedgoat model. The waterproof upper has a higher ankle collar with an easy-on Velcro wraparound design that, along with a slightly thicker, more padded upper, gives a snug fit, warmth, and added protection from the trail.
Wet and muddy underfoot conditions can be tackled with ease thanks to the Vibram outsole and upper design which keep you dry and upright! Cushioning, as we’ve come to expect from HOKA is excellent from the deep midsole stack and the Vibram sole offers dependable grip in this shoe that’s known for its go-anywhere versatility.
HOKA Speedgoat GTX
Altra – Timp 5 Gore-Tex – £155.00
Fans of a more balanced, zero-drop feel will welcome the addition of the Gore-Tex upper to this popular off-road model from Altra. There’s plenty of cushioning in the form of the EGO Max foam running the length of the shoe to provide a natural riding experience on the trails. The addition of the Vibram Metagrip outsole ensures a secure footing as the tooth-like grip bites into the trail.
The usual Altra foot-shaped last ensures plenty of room in the toe box, which allows the feet to spread and provide enhanced stability on uneven ground. The waterproof upper rounds of the shoe in weatherproof protection to complete this zero-drop, off-road model.
Altra GTX
Arc’Teryx – Sylan GTX – £210.00
Made to cover the trails quickly, the full-length rocker-shaped midsole of the Sylan naturally helps roll your foot forward in a smooth and controlled manner. The design feels very natural and previously one not experienced in a trail shoe. The EVA and Polyolefin midsole has a hint of a super-shoe feel about it, with a responsive nature, and alongside the rocker makes for a great, fast ride.
The Vibram Metagrip Litebase sole is great for traction and keeps weight down, while the Gore-Tex upper adds waterproof protection. Arc’Teryx might not be one of the first brands that come to mind for trail running shoes, but this model certainly excels and has a surprisingly fast and agile feel.
Arcteryx GTX
New Balance – Hierro v8 GTX – £160.00
With a deep midsole stack of the brand’s premium cushioning foam, Fresh Foam X, the Hierro v8 feels very much like an off-road capable version of New Balance’s premium road shoe, the 1080. The ride is soft and smooth and with a slight tweak to the shoe’s geometry, very stable on the trail.
Printed overlays to the upper provide additional protection from the trails and undergrowth, while the Gore-Tex adds waterproofing. The Vibram outsole features small lugs covering the entire length and width of the shoe’s sole that give a secure bite on any surface. The Hierro v8 is a great go-anywhere trail shoe that you wear from door to trail with comfort and confidence.
New Balance Hierro GTX
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