Merrell Men's Cruise Control Trail Running Shoe
by Merrell, Trail Running Shoes
Merrell Men's Cruise Control Trail Running Shoe
A shoe engineered for trail runners who don't know the meaning of too much. This trail shoe features Merrell's trail guidance system with dual-density midsole for men and triple density Q-Formfor women, TrailSpringmotion-control tubular cushioning is stiffer on the medial side to prevent over-pronation. AirMesh upper with leather trim. Forefoot ventilation and drainage system. And a dozen other features for the fit, support, comfort and durability required by racers who think a marathon is a walk in the park. Stability plus to light motion control.
- Motion Control Trail Shoe
- New Semi-Straight Trail Running Last
- Slip Lasted Construction with EVA Insole
- AirMesh Upper with Lightweight Leather Trim
- Dri-Lex® Comfort Zone Lining with Aegis® Antimicrobial
- 3M™Scotchlite™360° Reflective Webbing
- Bellows Tongue with Lace Keeper Flap
- Kevlar® Lace and TPU Molded Lace Lock System
- Heel Securing Top Eyelet System
- Injection Molded TPU Heel Counter Support
- Ventilation and Drainage System in Forefoot
- Forefoot Protection Upper Design with Gaiter Hook
- Slits at Toe Cap Allow Expansion and Prevent Toe Trauma
- Anatomical EVA Footbed with Etc.® Anti-Friction Mesh Lining
- Motion Control Trail Guidance System Dual Density Compression Molded EVA Footframe
- Injection TPU TrailSpring™Motion Control Cushioning and Guidance Support System in Rearfoot
- Gaiter Strap Channel at Arch Bridge
- Air Cushion EVA Midsole
- 5mm Sole Lug Depth
- Vibram® Demon™Dual Density/TC5+ Rubber
- Men's Weight: 1 lb 12 ozs.
Reviews - Merrell Men's Cruise Control Trail Running
HobartinAZ -
8/3/2009
Great (Awesome) Trail Runners!
Merrell's Cruise Controls have helped solve my over-pronation, motion control/stability issues due to a weak ankle from a bad fall. I also have flat feet. I feel no pain on hikes/runs of 5-10-15-20-30 miles on rugged SW rocky desert trails. The Vibram soles are an insurance policy and I like the accomodations made for gaiters and the adjustable top eyelets slots for heel control. The speed laces could be a little more user-friendly, but it's not enough of an issue to take the Cruise Controls down a notch/star. Get these shoes if you're a real trail runner/hiker! I tried many designs and brands before I finally came across this combo that actually delivers. (The 1-star reviews I've seen for the Cruise Controls are obviously submitted by people who bought these shoes for the wrong reasons.)
D. Hope -
4/23/2008
Bulbously Toe & Hard as Rock Sole
Weird fit for a Merrell shoe....not at all like my other 8 pairs of Merrell. They went for a Salomon lace combined with a Nike Air cushion which looks good but functions not. Lacing system very hard to cinch up & has hot spots. Toe area is bulbously large. Outsole has very small footprint and feels unstable. Vibram sole is hard as oak and not comfortable on the street; might be OK on soft soil. A real departure for Merrell and not their best.
