Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx Women's Trail Running Shoes

The MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx is the ready-for-anything elite trail runner. It features an internal bootie for a locked-in fit atop FloatPro Foam. This shoe thrives on long runs and is designed to withstand the ever-changing elements with a quick-dry construction. And when things get slippery, the Vibram Megagrip outsole offers best-in-class traction.

Matryx Upper

Surrounding the upper of the shoe is a Matryx material which combines multi-filament threads of Kevlar with high-tenacity polyamide to create a single layer of fabric that is lightweight, with better breathability and excellent abrasive resistance. This makes the material tear-resistant, resisting damage from strong forces placed against it. Additionally, it has significantly less stretch, meaning less deformation. The lining wicks away sweat with ease, keeping you in a dry and comfortable environment. Recycled laces will allow you to find a personalised and secure fit, while the recycled tongue webbing will reduce the risk of irritation caused by rubbing and chafing.

Dual Density FloatPro Foam Midsole

Within the midsole, Merrell's signature FloatPro Foam has been used to ensure a light, durable ride. The midsole ensures ample underfoot cushioning to reduce the impact placed upon the feet on tough trails whilst remaining as lightweight as possible, so you'll never feel weighed down. The lightweight midsole offers supreme cushioning and support to key areas like the arch and heel, holding the foot securely in place for a smoother transition and comfortable wearing. By supporting these key areas of the foot, the midsole offers you enough support to help reduce discomfort and the risks of injury. Completing the midsole is an ETPU high rebound foam footbed that offers better cushioning, durability and increased breathability underfoot. The soft insole cushions your feet over long distances and increases ventilation to keep you cool when temperatures rise.

Vibram Megagrip

Developed using a Vibram Megagrip outsole, the MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx provides extreme grip and traction for all surface wear. Developed for extremely slippery terrain, the durable rubber can form a solid bond with the ground to anchor you in place. Despite facing abuse from rough ground, the rubber stands up against this, deflecting the blows and retaining a strong shape and structure. Ensuring a multi-directional grip, the outsole provides traction on uneven terrain, giving you confident footing on various surfaces. The durable rubber provides a strong grip on the most challenging terrain; it works to protect itself from damage and protect users from losing control and slipping. Completing the outsole are the 5mm lugs that dig deep into the ground when braking or changing direction. The deep lugs can anchor the foot into the wet and muddy ground, securing you in place and forming a solid base to push off.