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Montrail Hardrock Trail Running Shoe - Mens
The Montrail Hard Rock, inspired by the Hardrock 100 ultra race, is built for the rough, rocky terrain of its namesake. Providing the utmost stability and traction, protection doesn't sacrifice agility, flexibility or weight. It's versatile enough for quick runs or long hikes thanks to its platform design. Aggressive lugs let you plow through dirt and mud with traction. With a wider midsole and molded protection plate—sculpted for flexibility during forward motion—it protects the bottom of your foot from bruising. The firm heel counter holds you steady. Designed with a metatarsal gel pad for cushion in the forefoot, and a high-density medial post, Hard Rock helps prevent pronation (and turned ankles). Webbing strips and synthetic overlays in the upper provide killer support. Using an IntegraFit™ last, these shoes feel like they're custom made. Montrail even used style cleverly with embossing that doubles as abrasion protection so they last longer.
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$89.95 $76.46 
Great Trail Shoe
I have run in numerous trail shoes and have always had problems with them. The Montrail Hardrock is by far the best trail shoe I have tried. After only about 20 miles on the Hardrock, I went to the mountains for a 3 1/2 hour run. This trail run even included running through streams. Great fit, no blisters, no hot spots. I can not say that about any other trail shoe. This is a shoe to try.
Montrail Hardrock
Got a chance to see if shoe lived up to billing, as I had 2 weeks of trailrunning and hiking in Acadia Nat'l Park in Maine. Lots of granite boulders and some great elevation gains/losses on their trails. Shoe held up amazingly well. Just enough stability, didn't "feel" any pains from rocky surface, but did have just enough trail feel to know what I was running on. Also shoes provided some good grab - both on dry and wet rocks. I'm not a very experienced trailrunner (first season), but between these and the Brooks Trespass, these Montrails are definitely the better and more comfortable shoes.
Best worn on feet.
Before buying these I tried on the Vasque Velocity. They felt like moon boots. But the Hardrocks fit snug, were super light, and had zero excess materials. I wore a pair of Leona Divides into smush, and in comparison the Hardrock is trimmer with a narrower toe box. Whereas I wore fat Thorlos with the LDs, the HR fits fine with a thinner sock. Zero blisters. Squishy comfort. Heel stays put. Tip-top performance on rugged trails (Tantalus on O`ahu); except for broad, slimy rock faces and wet roots on which it can slide out (but probably every trail shoe would). The tongue slides over on one foot (though to no effect), unlike the LD which is sewn to the base. Just enough laces. A waterproof version of the HR would be supreme. To improve, I imagine next years version will induce levitation. Order a half size bigger than your street shoes. And where are generic Montrail gaiters?
Montrail Hardrock Rocks!!
After the advice of Amy, staff member at BackcountryStore, purchased what I consider to be the best trail shoe on the market for larger runners who happen to promote. These shoes were not only very cushioned, but very, very supportive and had great stability/motion control(has several opporunities to turn my ankle and did not!), fantastic traction from the outer sole(almost tripped over the aggressive sole traction). If you are larger runner looking for great trail shoes, look no further!! This are the Shoes!!!
pretty good but not that good
These shoes are interesting - I trail run and compete in 50 mile trail ultras, so I use my shoes heavily. I also have low arches and over-pronate and have custom orthotics I put in my trail shoes. I found these shoes a lot lighter and more flexible than I was expecting. They are fast and responsive but compromise a little in terms of stability, cushioning and protection from rocks - somewhat ironic given their name! I find these are fine for one-hour runs on easier trails but that's me with my very specific foot/shoe needs. Someone with more 'normal' feet my find them better for the long haul.
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Training Tips
Low weight, high rep circuit training combines the best of both worlds: aerobic and anaerobic training. Keeping the rest time in between high repeats low excercises like bench press, leg presses, inclined sit-ups, and upright rows is the key to maximum benefits.
As a long distance runner, a gradual increase in distance each week will allow you to build a solid areobic base. Distance increase should be no more than 10% of the previous week's distance.
When buying a new pair of running shoes, bring your old ones with you. You will get a better fit if you know if you supinate or pronate.
Heart monitors are useful for knowing when you are in the right zone for your training efforts. If you understand what your maximum heart rate is, you can set up your monitor to beep at you when you exceed the high or low range of your heart rate for the type of workout you are doing.
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