A versatile shoe whose Agile Chassis System makes it equally at home on asphalt or mountain trails. It also has meaty shock absorbers, good heel hold and a speedy futuristic lacing system.

As well as its bold looks, this attention-seeking shoe has a knee-saving amount of cushioning, a waterproof Gore-Tex upper and a synthetic ligament on the sole to improve running efficiency.

A trail strewn with sharp stones is no problem for the ultra-sleek Trailfox II, thanks to the almost impenetrable TPU protection plate and extensive cushioning across the sole.

The boa-lacing system in this shoe means your laces coming undone and tripping you up during a race are a thing of the past. But a secure fit isn’t the only thing this loud trainer offers. It also features a protective nubuck upper, supportive EVA midsole and an antimicrobial footbed.