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Teva Avantrail Trail-Running Shoes, $80 (was $160)
Why do we like this deal?
Standard lace-up trail shoes have dominated the category for so long that any brand swapping out the closure raises skepticism before even trying them. Teva has decided to challenge this with a design that takes its iconic sandal-strap roots but applies them to a fully equipped trail-running shoe.
Meet the Teva Avantrail trail-running shoes. These would normally run you $160, but right now, there’s an REI sale that drops the price down to $80 for the black/charcoal colorway. These multi-strap trail shoes are born to better hug the feet, providing optimal support. But is that what you get here?
Teva Avantrail Trail-Running Shoes, $80 (was $160) at REI.
What shoppers need to know
- Upper: Engineered Mesh (Recycled Materials)
- Midsole: Hyper-Comf cushioning, EVA, Nylon plate
- Outsole:
- Closing: Laceless w strapping using fuselock hook-and-loop with velcro
- Best for: trail running, hiking
Velcro on a trail shoe is usually seen as a downgrade, but Teva’s W strapping has multiple straps that let you dial in the pressure to different parts of your foot instead of just one. This turns the Velcro into an upgrade, and gives a few more options to runners who need a stiffer forefoot and looser midfoot. The nylon plate underfoot adds a propelled feel, with tiered lugs that can handle loose dirt and gravel.
Most cushioned and plated trail running shoes sell in the $150 to $200 range, putting Avantrail’s regular pricing in line with the rest of the field. For $80, its price is close to the price of a much more basic trail shoe, but in this case, you’re getting a unique look that incorporates the best of Teva’s technology and actually has good value.
RELATED: I explored Zion’s famous West Rim Trail and tested Teva’s new Hurricane Trailsetter on slick red rock.
what shoppers are saying
Since this is a somewhat new drop, reviews are still coming in, so while REI doesn’t have any yet, there are some on Teva’s site. One of those reviewers wrote, “I have several different brands, and several Teva shoes and sandals, and the Avantrel is by far the most comfortable.”
The same reviewer also said, “Just walked the Camino de Santiago wearing sandals. No hotspots or blisters. Just started wearing these. Game changer!” “Very versatile and my favorite shoe,” wrote another buyer.
The Teva Avantrail trail-running shoes are certainly unique, but if you’re bored with your current running shoe setup and want to try something new, this is a great opportunity.
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