Technical Terrain
Do your runs tend to involve alpine passes and rocky scrambles? Let us point you to the Wildcat, a supportive, moderately stiff shoe that can handle all-day outings or even adventure races. With solid underfoot and toe protection, a grippy outsole that excels on rock, and a beefy upper that affords impressive lateral stability, even on dicey terrain, this was easily the year’s top mountain performer. It can feel a bit clunky at a faster clip, though the snug, seamless upper and roomy toe box feel plush at any pace. 12.2 oz;