
The Hoka Speedgoat 6 is one of the best trail-running shoes available, and the shoe I’d recommend to most runners looking for a versatile off-road option. It’s a comfortable and lightweight shoe for running any distance, from short park loops to epic ultramarathons, and the outsole delivers reliable traction on most surfaces.
Unless you’re in the market for a pure trail racer like the Hoka Tecton X3 or Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra, the Speedgoat 6 is the best generalist trail shoe out there, standing out even when compared to other excellent shoes I’ve tried like the Saucony Peregrine 14 and Merrell Agility Peak 5.