That’s when I needed to pivot to a dedicated trail shoe. It makes having a versatile and dependable trail shoe even more important. If I were lining up for a shorter trail race where speed was my top priority, they would absolutely be in the conversation. The Saucony is more of an entry-level trail shoe that doesn’t quite have the technical chops I’ll need. With the uncertainty surrounding this year's Leadville course, having confidence in my footwear is more important than ever.