inov-8 X-Talon™ 212 SKU: #7518852

Branton B

from Seattle, WA

These are great minimalist trail shoes. I've run with them on muddy Pacific Northwest trails and been very happy with them. They're also great in snow & ice. I was just back in the Midwest and got excellent traction in those conditions. Overall, I like that they're lightweight and don't have a high heel. They work fantastically for my midfoot stride.

Ken A

from Charlotte, NC

Best trail running shoes! I just did my first run in my new X-Talon 212s today and was very pleased. Made my feet feel light as a feather and gave me total confidence as I plowed through lots of mud and slippery terrain on a single track. Can't wait to run in them again! Although they felt somewhat snug when I first put them on, once I started running in them they felt perfect!

Reuter

from Orlando

The shoes are very comfortable, very light and look good. The only drawback is that they don’t last long. The nubs on the bottom wear out quickly (cross country running) and the material over the toe on the front comes unstitched fairly quickly as well.

Anonymous

from Hartford, CT

Great shoes: light, good traction in rough trail and woods conditions. No extra padding to absorb water in wet conditions. Run narrow though so had to get size larger to fit ok.

Kim T

from Fairfax, VA

Love ‘em! Super, super lightweight. As a feather! Stable and not a lot of extra material... they hug my foot as well as support it wonderfully. And the big bonus is that so far, no blisters!!! A common ailment in other shoes. Well worth the price tag!

Gymx

Great shoe! Light and very comfortable. I have a narrow foot and this shoe fits me well and was true to size. I normally wear a 12 and a 12 fit me nicely. I haven't had the shoe on any rocky trails so I can't attest to it's rock eating ability but it does seem to spread the impact of rocks over the foot well with no sharp points. The shoe does not have any motion control and is exactly what I was looking for, but is a shoe I can run high mile runs in. If you're looking for a light, minimalist shoe the Inov-8 XTalon 212 is for you.

Anonymous

A very light weight shoe with limited padding and arch support. Great for casual use, but not very practical for high impact activities.

Ben B

from Fort Lauderdale, FL

An ideal minimalist trail running shoe. Perfect for trail runs if you like to street run in Vibram Fivefingers.

Brands I'd also recommend: Vibram Fivefingers, Feelmax, Terra Plana

Bill

I love these shoes. They are light, flexible and comfortable. They allow the foot to move more naturally, which strengthens the foot and lower leg. Great shoes!

Anonymous

from Lafayette,Tennessee

Great shoe. Very light and comfortable. I use in a sport where I run, stop, shift and run in different directions on rocky, sandy, grassy, and wood plank terrain. They have given me the stability and grip I need in all those areas. Already bought a second pair.

Nat\\\\\\

from eastern washington

Great shoe for trail running. I have used this shoe on trail runs and a couple of races. Very good traction and flexible but protective sole. Not so good on pavement due to large, widely spaced lugs. I actually removed the insole for improved flexibility and it was comfortable without.

Laura L

from youngstown ohio

These shoes have unbelievable grip and are very nimble. Slightly tight through the forefoot and my foot is not wide. I can't wear socks with these or they are too tight, however not one problem with blisters or chafing without socks. Overall, really cool shoes that can handle any trail.

Brands I'd also recommend: new balance

Anonymous

from Oklahoma

Overall, great shoe. Super light and comfortable. As other reviewers have pointed out, they are a bit narrow. Since I have a narrow foot, I didn't hesitate to order them.

Anonymous

from Sierra Madre, CA

I was looking for a shoe that was minimal/barefoot style, but had good traction for trail running. I love these! Super light weight and the tread on the bottom adds just enough protection from rugged ground. My foot is on the narrow side and the fit was perfect. Better for the trail then the road.

Jack k

from martha's vineyard, mass.

A great x-country shoe, very light but rugged. The runner must have a narrow foot; can use with medium or light socks.

Brands I'd also recommend: not sure ?

Chris D

from Burnt Ranch, Ca

For those interested in barefoot running this is a great transition shoe. Great ground feel (even better if you pull the insole), great grip. Appears just like the X-Talon 190 except with a full toe-rand. My feet are wide and these stretched to accommodate. If you feel you need support, these are not for you. These are like slippers with gnarly lugs. Despite another review, these ARE for serious mountain runners.

Anonymous

from Palmetto, FL

My first pair of Inov-8 shoes and I love them! Extremely light and well suited for my needs. Mostly running and turning on loose dirt and these shoes gave me total control with good comfort.