Inov8
Trailtalon
The latest evolution of the Roclite: a stable, springy all-rounder with deep 6 mm graphene lugs that grip in rain and mud, and an upper that drains well. A great first Inov8.
About the Trailtalon
Inov8 builds the Trailtalon for training runs on soft ground and mixed terrain, from everyday sessions to longer trail races. Where the Trailfly series targets hard, rocky trails, the Trailtalon family is the brand's all-rounder for softer, technical ground. Within it, the Trailtalon Max adds cushioning for long days, the Trailtalon Speed V2 is a lower, faster version and the Trailtalon Zero removes the drop.
The midsole is POWERFLOW PRO, topped by a BOOMERANG footbed whose foam beads Inov8 says return 40% energy, with a META-PLATE rock plate beneath. The distinguishing feature is the outsole: G-GRIP graphene rubber with 6 mm lugs that the brand says grip on soft, wet and hard surfaces. An engineered mesh upper with a heel and midfoot MET-CRADLE holds the foot. The drop is 6 mm, and a waterproof Trailtalon GTX version is also part of the line.
Specs and features from inov-8.ca and our own spec data. A factual overview, not a review.
Video reviews
What the critics say
84/100 review score
- RunRepeat 81/100
The reviews in briefThe Inov8 Trailtalon won over iRunFar's Annie Behrend, who praised its grip in rain and mud, precise fit and roomy toe box, though she wanted more cushion for long, rocky runs. RunRepeat's Carlos Sánchez liked the wide toe box and agile ride but flagged weak breathability, while 220 Triathlon rated its mud grip.
- Positive: Grippy outsole that excels in rain and mud
- Positive: Precise fit with a roomy toe box
- Positive: Stable, springy ride on uneven ground
- Mixed: May run a little small
- Negative: Mud can build up in the lugs and cut grip
- Negative: Not enough cushion for long, rocky runs
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The numbers
- Trail
- Type
- 289 g
- Weight
- 31 mm
- Heel stack
- 6 mm
- Drop
- No plate
- Plate
- Inherently stable
- Support
Weight for a men's US 9 / UK 8.5.
What it feels like
Fit
Runs small
Testers found a precise, contoured fit with a roomy toe box that RunRepeat's lab measured as wider and taller than average; it runs about half a size small, so consider going up.
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Inov8 Trailtalon
In short
An excellent everyday trail shoe if your runs are soft, wet and muddy and you want grip, stability and toe room. It runs about half a size small, and for long, rocky days choose more cushioning.
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