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By Tyler Olander Ranked #30 - Men's Trail Run Shoes December 3, 2008

I've taken my XA Pro 3D Ultra's into several different situations, and I've been very pleased. During trail runs, the shoe locks onto your feet, and there is very little movement, which is essential for a comfortable run. The support in the heel and at the instep is much better than its competitors, and could even be used on shorter, easier backpacking trips. The sides are very breathable, which means two things. On a summer day, they keep your feet more dry and cooler than the average trail running shoe, however that also means that your feet are also much more susceptible to cold weather and water. Because of this reason, I'd pay the extra 20 dollars and invest in the Ultra with Gore-Tex and get the best of both worlds. The only other con to these shoes are their weight, but that's because of the added support.

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