Firstly, I really like Inov8’s direction with the same model having standard and wide-fit options. I have a low volume foot and wore the Trailroc for years before switching to the Trailtalon (and having a pair of Parkclaws). The Trailfly, with a performance fit option, plus added cushion and a rock plate had huge appeal as I’m running in more technical terrain. I tried both 10.5 and 11 (I'm usually an 11 in Inov8s). 10.5 was the better length. The cushion was nice - not bouncy or squishy - and felt more protective (in the house anyway). Two issues led me to return them though: toe box volume and heel/rearfoot height. The performance fit toe box is incredibly roomy! Side-to-side space and height, with no ability to cinch this area down. I would definitely not call this a performance fit; it’s much more like an Altra vs any of the Inov8 models mentioned above. Second, while I liked the trim fit around my heel (no excessive padding), it fit a little low and felt as if my foot could pop out. I tried some non-boomerang footbeds since they’re thinner, but those resulted in WAY too much forefoot space.
I’d really love for the Trailfly to have a true optional performance (slim) forefoot fit, and retain the snug arch and heel, much like the Trailtalon design but more suited to very rugged terrain. As designed, I feel like these are best suited to very high volume feet or use on non-technical terrain.
Comfort: 3
Pasvorm: Valt normaal
Kwaliteit: 5
Prijs-kwaliteitverhouding: 5
