Inov-8 MudTalon WIDE Men's

Our View – Inov-8 MudTalon WIDE Men's:

The Inov-8 MudTalon is a new addition to the revamped Inov-8 off-road footwer range that is perfect for everyday training & longer races. It is a trail & fell running shoe with exceptionally sticky grip that is ideal for soft trails & muddy hills.

Built for hills, mountains and mud, the MudTalon provides superior grip on any terrain you’ll encounter. Talon-like 8mm studs will gouge through soft mud, but also cling to wet rock for dependable grip and traction. The unique goat's hoof shape of the studs also release the mud just as quick once you push off, keeping you feeling light and in control.

The MudTalon benefits from our lightest midsole foam yet: POWERFLOW PRO. Which, compared to the MudTalon SPEED, the MudTalon has a slightly thicker midsole, to give greater comfort and bounce over long distances. Despite the cushioning, the shoe’s midsole has been designed in such a way that you can still feel and respond to the ground beneath you – something that’s particularly important when running in the hills and mountains.

The brand-new anatomical shape of the MudTalon hugs the natural contours of your foot, locking in at the heel and widening at the toes for a secure, comfortable feel. Built into that there are two new specific fits for MudTalon - Precision Fit and Wide Fit. The biggest difference between the two fits is the width at the toe-box, with the Wide fit (this listing) being wider if you have wider feet or like an extra comfortable feel with more wiggle room for toes. It allows for greater comfort when running longer distances, when toes can often swell.

A secure, locked-in feel at the heel is achieved by a MET-CRADLE. Thick overlay strips connect your midfoot to your heel, which pulls in when you tighten your laces. Underfoot, a flexible ROCK-PLATE protects your feet against sharp rocks and tree roots.

The MudTalon’s tough upper is made from ballistic nylon. This rugged and robust material will protect against wear from vegetation and rocks when in the hills and mountains.

If you're looking for an everyday training shoe for soft and muddy ground, the MudTalon has all the grip, cushioning and protective features you could wish for.

Specifications - Inov-8 MudTalon WIDE Men's:

• Fit - Precision and Wide (this listing is for the WIDE model)
• Lug Depth - 8mm
• Midsole - POWERFLOW PRO - With more cushioning than its cousin, the MUDTALON SPEED, the MUDTALON is a great choice for everyday training or longer races. The super-lightweight POWERFLOW PRO foam midsole provides high levels of cushioning, while still allowing the ground-feel needed for running over uneven, technical terrain.
• Shank - META-PLATE rockplate
• Sole Compound - New and improved STICKYGRIP - 8mm STICKYGRIP™ rubber, talon-like studs deliver exceptional traction on soft mud, while also clinging onto wet rocks or harder trails. Underfoot a flexible META-SHANK rock plate protects you from sharp rocks, without compromising on ground-feel.
• Product Weight - 265g (average weight across all sizes and fits)
• Total Stack - 33mm heel / 27mm forefoot
• Midsole Depth - 18mm heel / 12mm forefoot
• Drop - 6mm
• Ballistic Nylon Upper - Tough ballistic nylon provides excellent protection against wear and snags. At the same time a gusseted tongue stops debris entering the shoe and a toe guard protects against trail hazards. Thick MET-CRADLE strips connect the midfoot to the heel, creating a locked-in feel when you tighten the laces.
• BOOMERANG Footbed - Preserve your energy on long runs with the BOOMERANG Footbed. The insoles feature hundreds of foam beads that compress and spring back for 40% energy return during your stride. Perfect for longer runs where maximising every bit of energy counts.