Summit Hut also sells great trail shoes made by Montrail

In Tucson, regular running shoe soles aren't any match for navigating rocky trails, clamoring over boulders, and slogging through sand. These five trail athletic shoes louboutin paris provides you with the traction and support a jogger needs around the mountain and desert trails of southern Arizona.

1. For women on the trail, Mizuno offers affordability and support in its Wave Ascend 5 Trail running shoe. Mizuno's 'wave technology' forms the building blocks of numerous current designs. The wave's unique shape dissipates impact forces from the foot for a smoother, more cushioned feel. In addition, Mizuno's unique method of the only of the shoe designed to create a smooth, rocking-chair-like transition from heel foot on every step. Within the Tucson area, Oro Valley's All About Walking and running sells a Mizuno footwear. This is a great shoe for runners with heel-strike strides.

2. For triathletes and runners who opt for fast and lightweight shoes, the K-Ona C is K-Swiss' ultra-light and stable running shoe. Durability is achieved with a rubber outsole, while flexibility is enhanced by ' flex-grooves' at around the shoe's upper. Stability develops from a rigid TPU midfoot shank.

The shoe offers optimum performance with moderate stability --a great option for your lightweight trainer needs. World Class triathlete and Ironman champion Chris Lieto wears K-Ona running shoes. Although not intentionally created for the trail, the K-Ona C is ideal for sand running within the Rillito or Santa Cruz Rivers. K-Ona also works well for combination pavement and crushed granite trail running within the Rillito River Park. Because of the lightness, the K-Ona is good three to four-mile trail runs. Fleet Feet Sports in Tucson sells several K-Swiss models.

3. Runners seeking trail running shoes from the classic brand will choose the Brooks Cascadia (in styles for males and women). The eco-friendly high-abrasion rubber forms the outsole for long-run durability. Brooks offers a thicker midsole that provides a wider base net for more inherent support. Forms of the most eco-friendly shoes, featuring re-purposed and sustainable materials in almost every component.

4. For barefoot running enthusiasts, Virbram FiveFingers KSO Trek may be the ultimate trail shoe. It's more like a slipper with total flexibility to allow for an all natural, mid-foot strike. The shoe's leather upper is closed with a Velcro strap. The super-tough EVA midsole will protect the foot from most sharp rocks. FiveFingers runners should also concentrate more on stride placement. The elastic collar around the ankle keeps out most debris, but some runners use gaiters when the trail is sandy or full of gravel. Summit Hut in Tucson sells a range of Vibram FiveFingers footwear.

5. Summit Hut also sells great trail shoes made by Montrail, the hiking boot new soccer cleats company. Montrail's Mountain Masochist trail running shoe (available in men's and women's styles) as tough rubber soles. The Masochist's sole continues to be flexible enough to adapt to uneven trail surfaces. Another rubber piece is around the front from the shoe, protection against toe stubbing. It has light and breathable upper, so sweat will evaporate as the run heats up.

So choose from of these top 5 trail running shoes'Mizuno Wave Acsend 5, K-Ona C, Brooks Cascadia, Vibram KSO Trek, and the Mountain Masochist. Enjoy the numerous trails around Tucson!