INOV-8 TERRAULTRA G 270 Trail Running Shoe Review | Best Inov-8 Shoe Ever? | Run4Adventure

[@frannyuk1878]

These are my favourite trail shoes.. 1st time I ran in them I felt like I was cheating, like trainers on steroids 😂😂. So comfortable, light and the grip on every trail I've been on has been amazing.. I can't fault them one bit... Good review... Subbed 👍👍👍

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Graeme that's really appreciated! It so good when you find that running shoe that works so well for you. Thanks for watching the the channel and subscribing 🙏

[@alexandrajonakova5708]

I have one pair of Inov8 for a year now and honestly they are the most comfortable shoes I've had while giving great support on various terrains. So, I am excited get the pair of Terraultra soon. Thank you for this review, it's very helpful as always! :)

[@Run4Adventure]

It sounds like you've found a brand that works for you Alexandra 👍 I'm pretty sure if you're an Inov-8 fan you'll love the Terraultra G270 😊 Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@rustydaines6859]

Wahoo!! I've been researching this shoe obsessively and this review might make me pull the trigger, I run trails in the Altra Superior's (4.5 right now) and love the lightweight and fit of the shoe but have been wanting just a little more cush and some more substantial grip in some of the gnarlier terrain I typically run in. That Graphene compound is no joke, I have mountain bike tires with over 2,ooo km on them with very little tread wear so I'm really excited to try these out I think durability in these will be outstanding. I have never ran in Innov 8 before, wish they were a little more friendly on the wallet but will gladly try them, thank you for your channel really enjoy your thorough reviews!

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Rusty, really glad you're enjoying the reviews on the channel. The Graphene grip technology seems pretty impressive that's for sure! 👍 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@prestondavid1530]

instablaster.

[@reinmansmith]

Good to see this review.... really pleased with mine which I’ve had now for about 9mths. Find them really comfy on varied coast path surfaces and while I was a bit concerned initially about the lack of padding on the tongue it never caused any issues 👍

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks for watching 😊 Yes I was really Surprised at how well the shoe crossed over cushioning wise from road to trail! I found it very comfortable underfoot that's for sure 👍

[@timbotee]

Another great review. Glad to see you enjoyed them. I've stuck about 800kms in mine and the grip and upper are holding up pretty well, I think the performance on a variety of surfaces is a big plus for this shoe. I found the tongue to be one of inov-8's better ones, some of their other recent shoes the tongue bunches up and can be quite uncomfortable.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Tim 👍 That's great to here that your shies durability has been good because I have heard about a few issues! Thanks for taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@kirbster1977]

Great to see you review Inov-8 and it be a positive experience. So rare for trail runners to not get on with them. I run the trail talon 235, X-Talon 200 and Roclite G290, all great shoes. I will be sure to grab this beast when on offer. £140 is TOO much for any shoe though IMO. Great review, keep it up, hope the ankle is OK!

[@Run4Adventure]

Cheers Daz 👍 Yeap I'm normally the same, I've never really got on with any Inov-8 shoes, so I was surprised at how the Terraultra ran. You're right £145 is a lot of money for a trail shoe or any running shoe! Thanks for watching and supporting the channel its appreciated 🙏

[@danielmilton2634]

Excellent review matey. You largely echo everything I think about that shoe, and that is from moi, an inov8 fan boi. Surprisingly good grip, performs better in mud that I would expect from a trail shoe as well Padding - Hands down the best combination of ground feel to protection that I have experienced from an inov8 shoe. Great flexibility (something lacking from the VJ Maxx you compared it to - a pretty stiff shoe), can still feel the ground but has enough protection for even the longest of runs for me. Drop - Would like a 4-6mm option for the reasons you state Ankle - I find a little rough but still very useable. I think it is actually a little higher than most inov8 heel cups hence can cause a little irritation. I personally don't think it is about padding but I can see why you might, I think they could drop the heel cup cuff by a mm or so. Durability - Questionable at this stage. The sole durability seems great but the upper in inov8 often goes for me at about 500 miles. The first iteration of the Terraultra the upper was laced with Kevlar, I am unsure why they stopped that as it seemed to offer increased durability. I look forwards to seeing your 100 mile update.

[@Run4Adventure]

Really glad you enjoyed the review Dan. Also glad you agree with what I found! I think you are totally right about the heel and ankle collar. If it was just a bit lower it would make the shoe a bit more comfortable 👍 You make some really good points, you should be a reviewer! 😊 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@danielmilton2634]

Reviewing sounds like hard work ;) Will leave it to the pros but may chip in my 2p’s worth from time to time :)

[@Kledde]

Thanks for the review, inov8 wasn't on my list before. Heard about your incident yesterday. Wish you a fast recovery!

[@Run4Adventure]

That's very kind thank you! 🙏 It's not feeling great today, pretty swollen and stiff. Hopefully with plenty of RICE it will settle down. Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@rijul5952]

Love the reviews. I have been looking for a trail running shoe and this might be the one. Thanks!

[@Run4Adventure]

Really glad you've been enjoying the channel, thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏😊

[@sid8880]

Great review Loyd, thanks for taking the time in doing it! My 270’s are closing in on 200 miles and considering what they have run through this wet miserable winter they are holding up great. No reduction in comfort or grip. My old pair of 260s crashed for me at just under 300 miles, just felt like a different shoe and was expecting more. I’m a proper Hoka fan but find I have no issues at all with under foot comfort (50km distances as far as I’ve run the 270’s). Don’t seem to notice the tongue, even on steep descents. I’ve had some issues at the top lacing like another comment earlier. All down to laces being too tight though. One thing that does frustrate me is that the manufacturers go to the effort of putting extra holes in the shoes for lace locking but the laces are never long to get a decent bow. Always ends up a fiddly little bow that usually comes undone. Not needed to do this so far as they fit just great. Thanks again and hope the recovery is on track. Looking forward to future videos.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, really glad you enjoyed the review. That's great to hear that your pair of G270's are holding up well to mileage 😊 I was really surprised with how comfortable the midsole and the footbed are, even on the road! I never really use the top lace hole but I do know what you mean with the lenght of laces. They seem to be way to long or really short, surely it can't be that hard to get the laces the right length 🤔 Thanks for watching the channel it's really appreciated 🙏

[@TonyJamesRunning]

Thanks for the review. Will be looking at this shoe more closely now 👍🏃‍♂️

[@Run4Adventure]

Awesome Tony, really glad you found the review helpful 👍 Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@BanjoStu]

Good review. Like you I've had mixed experiences in Inov8. Shoes like the X-talons are great on muddy soft ground but as soon as you hit anything harder the minimal cushioning batters your legs. Hope you're all running again soon after your injury yesterday. 🤞

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Stuart, really glad you enjoyed the review 👍 Hopefully mate, it's not feeling great this morning but fingers crossed! Thanks for the support 🙏

[@christpourn]

Great review as always , I am sorry about your recent injury, hope it is something minor and you get back on the trails asap.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Christos, really glad you enjoyed the review 👍 Yeah hopefully it's better than it looks. It's pretty swollen and stiff at the moment but I'm doing lots of RICE so I'm hoping that will help 😊

[@DroneRunner1975]

great review, I've bought these and done around 50 miles so far. They hold up great up here in the soggy north west of England. I kinda purchased them with a mindset that I'd race the fells and shorter (10 miles to marathon distance) in them but I do agree, a zero drop as you head towards a full on ultra may start to be a little to much on the lower leg muscles and ankles.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thats great Dan, really glad you're liking your shoes and that you enjoyed the review 👍 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@kentmorales196]

Great review, as always! I was really curious how the heel offset felt, particularly coming off a calf injury. You addressed it nicely. As you recently mentioned, the Hoka SG 4 has not really dazzled me like the 3s did, which has me looking around at some other brands. Fingers crossed that the SG 5s are a significant upgrade, hopefully more like the Evo SG. Thanks for being so honest and thorough!!

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Kent, glad you enjoyed the review. Let's hope that Hoka make some good adjustments to the Speedgoat, I think there might actually be a new Evo Speedgoat on the way to! 🤔 As always thanks for your awesome support of the channel its really appreciated 🙏

[@racheld1844]

Thanks for the review Loyd. It’s good to hear someone else’s view (and all the comments here) of inov8. I ran 934 miles in my parkclaws and am adding the miles to my 2nd pair. I’d really like to try the speedgoats to see if the inov8’s are really as good as I think they are 😀

[@Run4Adventure]

No worries, thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful 👍😊

[@VincentChen1216]

even after one year I still love this shoes, work perfectly in the forest here in Taiwan. Just get my third pair!

[@terrijones3309]

Great review, thanks. Was relieved to see others have issues with it around the ankle too. I love inov8s, I have many pairs, so was excited to order the G270. Sadly, its too hard around the ankle for me, really digs in, so am going to have to pass on it. Such a shame. Maybe I'll try the Lone Peak.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Terri, I'm really glad you enjoyed the review 👍 I have heard a few people mentioning the ankle collar so I don't think we're alone on this. Hopefully it's something Inov-8 will work on in the next version of the shoe 🤔 Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@terrijones3309]

@@Run4Adventure Have you done a review on the current Loan Peak?

[@terrijones3309]

Sorry... Lone Peak ;)

[@Run4Adventure]

@@terrijones3309 No I haven't Terri. The latest version hasn't been out long 👍

[@dominicmcnamara]

Great review, thanks Loyd. Good job.

[@Run4Adventure]

No worries Dominic, really glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@2spoons]

Great review.... and I've been advised to get a pair of trail shoes for my next trail marathon.... as I was seriously disappointed with my Saucony ExcursionTR12 GTX (although a bit old now).... only any good in the snow

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, really glad you enjoyed the review. To be fair Stephen the Excursion is not a great shoe, it's kind of an entry level trail shoe from Saucony. I really would judge all trail shoes on the Excursion, there's a lot of better trail shoes out there 👍 Thanks for watching the channel it's really appreciated 🙏

[@syp361]

Great vid as always and also very helpful, thanks mate. I will keep mine now and give them a good go. Hopefully the uppers won’t fail. Rest up well, Loyd.

[@Run4Adventure]

Cheers Sy 👍 See how it goes mate, hopefully they've improved the durability and it'll be OK 😊 Thanks for watching and supporting the channel its appreciated 🙏

[@tymckeown5312]

Crackin review Loyd, some great insights into the shoe there, esp the zero drop conundrum. The padded tongue would be an issue for me for sure after a long day. Be interested to see how the SG 5 shapes up now.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Ty, glad you enjoyed it mate. Yeap I always like some padding in the tongue. I don't need a lot but I think a little helps when you are running long 👍 Thanks for the support it's really appreciated 🙏

[@bensmith6633]

Thanks Loyd. Great review - I’m definitely tempted by these, but a little wary of the zero drop due to occasional calf issues I get. I will wait to see how you are finding them in your 100 mile review 👍

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Bem I'm glad you enjoyed the review 👍 When it comes to zero drop shoes I don't think it's such a big deal when it comes to our trail shoes. Obviously it's very individual and also it depends on what you're use to running in shoe wise? 🤔 I've had issues with zero drop shoes on the road but I've never had a problem on the trails. Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏

[@bensmith6633]

@@Run4Adventure thanks Loyd. Appreciate the advice. My trail shoes have been all Hoka to date. SG’s have been great for bouncing around on the trails, but have fallen a bit short (& I’ve fallen a few times 😂) in the real sticky mud. Debating whether to try these or the peregrines next....

[@Run4Adventure]

@@bensmith6633 Yeap the Speedgoats don't handle mud very well! If I had to choose it would be the Peregrine everytime 👍 It's a great allrounder and the grip is so constant on every surface 😊

[@bensmith6633]

@@Run4Adventure thanks Loyd 👍

[@marky59]

I do like these a lot but running in the woods in the wet I do not feel I can let loose with confidence, they do not like the wet much which worries me when I try to give it the beans, comfortable - yes, grip - in the dry yes in the wet not so confident I gave them a 7 because of the lack of grip in the wet. Grat vid as always.

[@Run4Adventure]

I've never had an issue with the Graphene grip outsole in the wet, I've always thought it performs well in those conditions Mark 👍. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@ckokomo808]

I’ve had my eye on Inov8 for a while. Been enjoying my Hoka’s- Clifton, rincon, torrents. Willing to try something new since they seem to be having tremendous growth and innovation in the shoe game.

[@Run4Adventure]

I think Inov-8 have made quite a few changes when it comes to there trail running shoe's. The Terraultra felt very different to other shoes I've tried from the brand and in my opinion, a lot better 👍 Thanks for supporting the channel its appreciated 🙏

[@steve7882]

Thanks for another great review, will you be doing a vid at some point comparing different makes and models? I’ll interested in how it compares against the torrent 2 my current favourite.

[@Run4Adventure]

No worries Steve, thanks for watching 👍 We're going to be doing quite a few comparison video on the channel soon. It's quite different to your Hoka Torrent 2's, your Torrent is lighter and it has a 5mm heel off set. Where as the Terraultra is a zero drop shoe 👍 I'd say the Terraultra has it on grip when it comes to the outsole. Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏

[@rolls1392]

Top review Loyd. Interesting shoe, looks good.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Roland 👍 It really surprised me how well it ran! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@rolandschegg4880]

Once more an very interesting (and entertaining and positive :-)) review... The sounds really interesting... for me more for training as I am not used to zero drop...

[@Run4Adventure]

Cheers Roland, glad you enjoyed it. Yeap I was pretty surprised how much I enjoyed running in the Terraultra but zero drop isn't for everyone 👍 Thanks for the great support as always its appreciated 🙏

[@mahatmaheil]

It looks great. Wonderful colorful design.

[@Run4Adventure]

Inov-8 do some pretty bright and colourful running shoes Jim 😎 I must admit I do like a bright running shoe! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@ioanparry]

Great review, new subscriber, doing a bit of a shoe review binge on your channel now!!

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Loan, that's really appreciated and welcome to the Run4Adventure family 👍

[@TrailrunnerTroy]

Thanks for your review. Terrific all-around trail shoe. Way better lockdown than Altra and - for me, with 200 miles in them - no flattening out of the midsole, which is comparatively more comfortable. The tongue is a little short but that’s a nit.

[@Run4Adventure]

No worries Troy, thanks for watching! That's good to hear about your shoes durability because I've heard some negative feedback when it comes to the Terraultra. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@markthomasson5077]

Inov8 TerraUltra G270. Scored a pair from Pete Bland at a very good price, with 15% Jubilee discount….thanks Liz. These will be my shoes for my second attempt at the 54k, 4000m Ben Nevis Ultra. Last year I made it to the last checkpoint…15minutes too late. I used the XTalon Ultra 260, great shoes, especially on the mucky sections, though the grip felt a bit too aggressive for the slog back up Glen Nevis, along gravel track and some road. So far been for a first training run on the new shoes, mix of stony paths, gravel trail and road of about 40 minutes. So had did they perform. Straight out of the box, very comfy, though compared to the XTalon, stiffer and I could feel my big toe against the end. The plastic of the rand is stiffer, but hopefully will soon bed in. They certainly grip my feet a lot more than the now one year old XTalon, this feels better on the road, though not sure on the paths, I didn’t get quite the same feedback . I should add that I am almost fully into the journey into minimalist shoes (allow a good year), so like to feel my feet doing the work. Again as they bed in i expect this to change. Grip, very good, even on smooth damp schist, which can be very slippery. How they will fare in the gloop dropping into Glen Nevis…we shall see, I don’t expect to get away with clean shorts! Looks like the graphine is doing the job, hope so, the XTalon lugs were considerably worn down at the heel after training for and doing the race last year. So fingers (or toes) crossed they do the job, I make it the the finish line this year.

[@Run4Adventure]

The X-Talon Ultra 260 is definitely designed for the proper muddy stuff and it's really not designed to run on the harder terrain. Where as the Terraultra G270 is designed to cross over to road and trail so it will definitely perform better on a bigger mix of terrains 👍 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@markthomasson5077]

Now used on some muddy tracks, no problem so far. Really liking this shoe. Hope it last better than the XTalon, which I now see that the heel cushioning has compacted on one side, which can’t be good for my feet. Also a good shoe, but disappointed on how long it lasted.

[@Seanonyoutube]

I really enjoyed liking this video

[@Run4Adventure]

Nice one Sean, I'm liking it! 😂 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@DoseofDirt]

Awesome review. I have never run trails in anything but Altras, but been wondering if I need to try some other zero drop trail shoes. You've got me interested since you said this one still has a wide box, but as you noted, I wonder if it has enough cushion for longer runs. Thanks for doing the review!

[@Run4Adventure]

The Terraultra does have good width in the toe box but it's not going to be as wide as your Altras. I'd say if you like having all the width you get from your Altras I'd stick with them because no other brand is going to match them on width 👍 Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@dominicmcnamara]

Yessssssss, G270 review......highly desired.

[@Run4Adventure]

Cheers Dominic 🙏

[@nicksrunningandadventureschann]

Would like to see more running on the videos really enjoy the scenery 👍

[@Run4Adventure]

Unfortunately Nick I went over on my ankle really bad last night! 😔 So I don't think they'll be any running videos for a while but as soon as its settled down we'll definitely be doing more running content 👍

[@nicksrunningandadventureschann]

@@Run4Adventure I read that on strava ,I hope you have a speedy full recovery

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Nick 👍

[@TomSzczepanski]

Great review Loyd, I am tempted by this shoe but the zero drop puts me off, just because I've not gone there before. I've got the Roclite 275G and it's a great shoe, but it is bare bones for me especially on rocky terrain (hence why it's called Roclite I suppose and not Trailroc) so a more cushioned ride would be nice to have for the longer efforts. Nice teaser at the end, I'm interested to see what Inov-8 has coming up!

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Thomas, really glad you enjoyed the review 👍 I think the Zero drop heel puts a lot of people of this shoe which is a shame. I really didn't notice it was a zero drop shoe if I'm honest but I know heel off set is so personal 👍 I think the new shoe coming might have a more deeply cushioned midsole? 🤔 Thanks for watching and supporting the channel its appreciated 🙏

[@TomSzczepanski]

@@Run4Adventure Thanks Loyd, I think I'll keep my eyes peeled for your news then when it comes out!

[@hg3755]

I have both shoes, Roclite 275 and Terraultra G270. I much prefer the last, its real fun to run with, very flexible and dynamic, my shoe of the year 2020. The Roclite is perfect on muddy terrain, but on all others the G270 TU excels. I have changed the laces and the insole of the Roclite for better performance on rocky terrain.

[@TomSzczepanski]

@@hg3755 thanks for the feedback HG, much appreciated!

[@nicksrunningandadventureschann]

Another tip top entertaining review 👏

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Nick 👍 Really glad you enjoyed the review and thanks for watching it's really appreciated 🙏

[@morganflockhart5825]

Love this shoe agree with the tongue! Glad you mentioned the VJ maxx would like to try their Butol grip I think the graphene will last for ages but I don’t think they’re the stickiest grippiest shoes i reckon vibram megagrip & powertrac are just as good! While Ascics grip is apparently better as well Still great shoe & review 👍

[@Run4Adventure]

I totally agree Morgan 👍 I'm also a big fan of PWRTRAC from Saucony and Vibram megagrip, both very grippy compounds! I was very surprised at the level of traction from the Asicsgrip outsole on the GEL-TRABUCO 9 when I reviewed the shoe 😊 Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

Hi Lloyd! Great review, as always! Got a tough question for you: I have to retire my Peregrine 10 soon and I'm currently wondering whether to buy the 12 or this shoe. Is the grip comparable or is Saucony's rubber better? If you can think of any other low-drop versatile shoe with great grip I'd be happy to hear your suggestions! Cheers.

[@Run4Adventure]

I would personally go for the 12's if you liked the 10's. The latest version of the Peregrine is very similar to the great Peregrine 10 so I'm sure you'd get on with it 👍 The Terraultra G270 is a completely different shoe. Hope this helps and thanks for watching Giovanbattista 🙏😊

[@jamstaa69]

Great review as usual.. quick question.. 2:23 is 9.5 your normal shoe size? So you upsized half a size with this shoe? Thanks.

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks, really glad you enjoyed the review. Yeap I tend to be a uk9.5 in most running shoes but the Terraultra G270 definitely sized up a bit small. Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏

[@DRM1891]

Thanks for the detailed review. Really helpful in my research for some new trail shoes. Have one snag with these though, and that’s the 0mm drop. Obviously I’m not an expert in running so it’s clearly made that way for a reason, but it would be a big difference from my current trail shoes (Nike Pegasus trails with a 10mm drop) and also my road runners which are Saucony’s with an 8mm drop. I feel like going from being used to running with that kind of drop, right down to 0mm, could potentially be a bad move?! Is that even a thing or am I overthinking it? Thank you!

[@Run4Adventure]

When it comes to heel off set, it's a very personal thing. I don't think big changes in heel hight are as drastic when you're running on the trails but I'd still be careful going from a 10mm to zero! 🤔 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel it's really appreciated 🙏

[@DRM1891]

@@Run4Adventure thanks - it definitely does help. I think I may go with Inov-8, but the roclite model which I note is 8mm drop - so not a big change. Thanks again! Enjoy your running.

[@alanwetherelt7155]

Just bought myself a pair at £85 at 60+ years black shoes for me .. not bad with the £20 insoles , I’ve gone up 1/2 a size

[@Run4Adventure]

Well done Alan, I hope you enjoy them. Thanks for watching and have a great Christmas 🎄😊

[@Al-hk8ye]

Run4Adventure - could you explain what the drop is on shoes and how it affects a runner. Love the vids and reviews I have been watching them back to back like GOT eps.

[@Run4Adventure]

The drop on a shoe is the difference between the heel hight and the forefoot hight of the midsole 👍 So if you had a running shoe that's 25mm on the heel of the midsole and 20mm under the forefoot of the midsole, it's a 5mm off set (drop) Heel off set is a very personal thing and some runners prefer a higher off set and some prefer a lower off set. A lot of what a runner prefers with heel off set comes down to each individuals running gait and how they work through their running cycle. A lot of runners that are more dominant on their heels when they run would prefer more hight on the heel of their Running shoes. Where as someone who's more midfoot /forefoot in foot strike might prefer a lower heel off set (drop) 👍 Hope this makes sense and thanks for watching the channel it's really appreciated 🙏

[@Al-hk8ye]

@@Run4Adventure Thank you so much.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@Al-hk8ye No worries 👍

[@andrewplayfer4861]

Great review and channel... 👍 if you were running a coastal trail marathon which shoe would you go for the g270, peregrine 11 or torrent 2? Almost too much choice! Any others to look at? Loving your work. Thanks

[@Run4Adventure]

Thanks Andrew, glad you enjoyed it! It would definitely be the Peregrine. It's very comfortable over distance, the rock plate is great in the forefoot and it's as grippy as the G270! 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@andrewplayfer4861]

@@Run4Adventure genuinely delighted you replied. Thanks you so much for your advice. All the best with the channel, I’m addicted. 👍

[@Run4Adventure]

No worries Andrew 👍 I always make sure I reply to questions 😊 Thanks for supporting the channel!

[@tonypotter9578]

Hi Loyd, what in your opinion is a good neutral starter trail shoe? Predominantly my running is all on road but I want a good shoe to entertain some mixed trails especially with the wetter and muddy weather on the way, Thanks!

[@Run4Adventure]

Hi Tony A lot of it comes down to fit 👍 Going into winter you'll definitely want a decent lug on the outsole. I'd suggest if you can get to a good running ship and try lots on its always the best option 😊 Hope this helps and thanks for watching and supporting the channel 🙏

[@tomprice4524]

Great review. I’m really having trouble picking a trail shoe to replace my Hierro’s (too heavy and relegated to the dog walkers now!) I’m after an all round trail shoe with lots of cushioning for longer trail runs and maybe an ultra - which is why 0 drop worries me. Speedgoat seems obvious choice but too many options! Help!

[@Run4Adventure]

Did you not get on with the NB Hierro Tony? 🤔 Obviously the Speedgoat would definitely fill that void. It definitely has a lot of cushioning and the Vibram megagrip outsole is great. The Speedgoats would be a little bit narrower in the toe box than your Hierro's. Hope this helps Tony and thanks for watching the channel it's really appreciated 🙏

[@tomprice4524]

@@Run4Adventure I loved the hierro’s but as I’ve got much more into my running over the past 18 months I really started to notice the extra weight - they are a tank! The grip wasn’t much to write home about either. But the cushion is amazing and they win all the awards in the looks dept - I wish they made a lighter version! Think I’ll go speedgoat and see how we get on! Thanks again. We’ve got a holiday place in Cornwall so looking forward to checking out some of your routes this summer (lockdown allowing!)

[@Run4Adventure]

@@tomprice4524 Yeah it is a heavy shoe and you're definitely right about the grip, it's not great! I think the Speedgoats would be worth a try 👍 I might bump into you on the trails at some point then Tom 😊

[@philgee5220]

Another great well put together review there Loyd, well worth waiting for. I wasn't sure which was brighter, your pink socks or the shoe? ;-) I used to use the Inov8s Roclite but fell out of favour with those a while back so will be looking at these for sure, maybe once the price has come down slightly. I am slightly concerned about the zero drop as i generally switch between Hoka's and Salomon so roughly a 4mm to 8mm max drop. You've just come off a calf injury so how did you find them on that? Have they niggled it in any way? I tired zeros a couple of years ago and whilst they felt great caused me some calf issues, probably cause I ran too far in them to begin with.

[@Run4Adventure]

Cheers Phil 👍 You're right the socks did clash a bit! The Terraultra G270 is a very different shoe compared to an older Roclite, way better in my opinion 👍 As far as the zero drop, I didn't even really notice it. I tend to spend most of my time in shoes that run off a pretty low heel off set, around 4 or 5mm. I think it really depends what you're use to, heel off set is so personal, but to be fair I don't think it's such a big issue in our trail running shoes. Hope this helps and thanks for supporting the channel its appreciated 🙏

[@stuartbrown8697]

Thanks Loyd, great review. Do you are an inov8 convert....well nearly😁.

[@Run4Adventure]

Not quite Stuart but the shoe ran really well! 😊 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@stuartbrown8697]

@@Run4Adventure no worries. Your reviews are great because they are based on proper use of the shoe/equipment in real world usage. You sound sincere and straight with great feedback on the shoe that the viewer can understand. Great work buddy.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@stuartbrown8697 That's what I really want to do with the reviews on the channel Stuart so I'm glad they come across that way! Thanks fir your kind words it's really appreciated 🙏

[@RasDoesBushcraftBackcountry]

I have run/fast packed in this shoe for about 900 odd Kms. I had 2 pairs and sold a few smaller sizes ( im a uk 13 natural but wear uk14 when fast packing!) . Pros: Comfort, zero drop, midfoot spring when in a new gait, down hill stopping power, lugs are durable, light mud, uppers are strong as no blowouts yet!. Cons: hard rocks do not like this shoe at all so be careful otherwise it will puncture str8 through the shoe leaving your foot a nasty surprise. Lugs could be bigger like more like a Walsh PB or Mudclaw 333 ( My personal fave mud deep forest/bush running shoe ever beside the Walsh PB), so if ya run mainly mud like me, light nearly slushy mud is no good, this shoe does not like clay at all. Back of the foot sole near the end of the foot is unusually softer so be careful if ya trying to use it to pitch tent stakes for your tarp/tent and no good that much when ya have to do a wilderness cathole.

[@Run4Adventure]

To be fair Ras the Terraultra G270 isn't really designed for running just thick mud. It's designed to handle a big mix of terrains. As you said Inov-8 make shoes for that kind of terrain, like the Mudclaw and X-talon As far as tent pegs in the ground!? The Terraultra G270 is a running shoe so I think to judge it on that is a bit unfair 🤔 Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's appreciated 🙏

[@RasDoesBushcraftBackcountry]

@@Run4Adventure Cheers for the feedback. Reason why I said mud is a lot of trail running and hiking trails in north island NZ are muddy. Very muddy. At times finding fell runners shoes with proper lugs is hard in NZ. What I can say is the most beautiful thing that this shoe does do is if you have trained in zero drop or barefoot running it is a great transition shoe into something that you can do well with in multi trail conditions. The tent peg thing was a adventure race thing when these shoes were launched in Wellington in the Tararua ranges.

[@barrelvisor]

This currently on sale at Inov-8 for £73 (although it’s been renamed the Trailfly)! An 10% off if you have a student code!

[@chuonghong6131]

Midsole seems a little too thin cuz it’s only 12mm and 4 of which is outsole lugs. 8mm doesn’t sound like much. Kinda surprised to see ur ok with it. 👍🏼 like u said maybe it’s the insole that’s relieves it.

[@Run4Adventure]

The 12mm depth is just the midsole depth, that's not including the outsole as well. You also get the Boomerang foot bed in the shoe, which is 4mm in depth 👍 I thought the same about the 12mm midsole depth but the shoes feels like it's got plenty of cushioning underfoot, even on the road. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel its really appreciated 🙏

[@colinhuntley9729]

hi loyd, i wish to buy a pair of zero drop shoes, but can not decide whether to get a pair from altra or the inov8 g270. also, having seeing many you tube videos and reading many reviews i hear that the inov8 g270 are true to size with a wide toebox, but you made the experience that that were too small, so you sized up UK 10. i would really appreciate your feedback. i find that your experience is really valuable. thanks, colin

[@Run4Adventure]

Hi Colin I definitely had to go up to a uk10 in the Terraultras. I ordered a uk9.5 first and could hardly get my feet into them, they were so small 🤔 The uk10 fits just fine and I'd say they've got good width in the toe box. However the Altras would definitely give you more width if that's what you need? 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@colinhuntley9729]

hi loyd, your opinions are always helpful: many thanks for taking the time to answer. it is always a pleasure to watch your videos!

[@CharloHum]

Hey Loyd, how have you found this shoe a few miles down the line? I'm in the market for a new trail shoe for my first 50k ultra, and was wondering if this would be a good option... or maybe the Saucony Peregrine 🤔 would love to know your thoughts of what they'd be like over that distance. Cheers!!

[@CharloHum]

Hmm just watched your review of the TrailFly Ultra G 300 Max, and I'm now thinking they might be a better option...

[@Run4Adventure]

Hi Charlotte I think you could run 50k in either shoe. The Trailfly would definitely give you more depth of cushioning if that's what you are after? Also the Terraultra is a zero drop shoe, have you run in a zero drop before? 🤔

[@CharloHum]

@@Run4Adventure thanks so much for your reply Loyd 😊 As it stands based on your reviews, I'm leaning on getting the TrailFly's in the sale. I was into the idea of the Terraultra initially, but like you say - I've never ran in a zero drop shoe before so I'm a little worried about the adjustment there 🤔 The ultra is going to be fairly dry/hard packed trails, so I imagine the cushioning of the Trailfly would be helpful there!

[@fgiannini]

Hi! Looking forward to buying this shoes but need a sizing advice. I wear the Nike Infinity Runs in 10.5 US and have a little space up front on the toes... should I go half size up in the G270 compared to the Nikes? I also wear the Pegasus Trail 2 in 10.5 Thanks in advamce

[@Run4Adventure]

I run the Pegasus Trail 2 in a UK 9.5 and I had to go up to a uk10 in the Terraultra 👍 Hope this helps Fernando and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@fgiannini]

Thanks for the fast reply! Will definately go up half a size.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@fgiannini no worries 😊

[@AZHighlandHomestead]

How does the foot box width compare to the Altras or Topo shoes?

[@Run4Adventure]

They've got good room in the toe box but they're not as wide as an Altra or a Topo 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching 🙏

[@AZHighlandHomestead]

@@Run4Adventure thanks Loyd! That does help. I’m wondering if the Saucony Xodus has more or less toe box room as well. I wish there was a standard metric for width that was listed in the specs for each shoe. Thanks again!

[@Predazord007]

Couldn’t imagine running in only a 12mm stack height. Recon it would shake me to bits. If it had 25mm+ then I would definitely have a serious look

[@Run4Adventure]

It actually feels soft and cushioned underfoot Dean. I thought that when I saw it was only 12mm! I think it's the Boomerang foot bed that makes it feel pretty plush 👍 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@Predazord007]

@@Run4Adventure non starter for me then. I use Superfeet in every shoe I have

[@jumpyl.h.8230]

Hi Loyd. Hope you're well.. May you help me? I'd like to get these Inov8 G270 but I can't test them and I'm not sure about the size. You suggest to go up half size. Usually you wear 9,5 UK and you got 10 UK. I usually wear 8,5/9 UK depending from the model. For example I wear 8, 5 UK (27cm) with Hoka Clifton but with Speedgoat I go up to 9 UK (27,5cm). What you suggest me with these Inov8 Terraultra G270. Do you think that 9 UK is will be enough? My foot is a normal/slim foot. Thank you in avance. Get well and in good shape soon. 💪 Cheers What

[@Run4Adventure]

Yes I'd normally wear a uk9.5 in most shoes and I had to go for a uk10, it sizes up snall. I'm very similar to you, I wear a uk9.5 in a Hoka Rincon and I wear a uk10 in a Speedgoat. I'd go for the uk9 👍 Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@jumpyl.h.8230]

Thank's a lot, my friend... 🤪

[@jumpyl.h.8230]

Sorry Loyd....just an important detail: which is your exact foot lenght in cm?

[@Run4Adventure]

@@jumpyl.h.8230 I have no idea!!? 🤔

[@jumpyl.h.8230]

@@Run4Adventure 🤣🤣🤣 really? You can give a meter to Paul Coker to measure it during next rehab... 🤣🤣🤣

[@richt3993]

Do you think these would be cushioned enough for the UTS 50 in July?

[@Run4Adventure]

The midsole feels a lot more cushioned than you think it's going to be. I think the Boomerang footbed really helps do they should be fine for the race 👍 Hope it goes well Rich and enjoy the views! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@richt3993]

@@Run4Adventure Thank you Loyd

[@Run4Adventure]

@@richt3993 No problem Rich 👍

[@stephenbrown5844]

Inov8. Love mine, and after some new ones🤔at mo😁👍🇬🇧❤️

[@Run4Adventure]

Glad you're enjoying your Terraultras Stephen. Hope you're fit and well and thanks for watching the channel it's appreciated 🙏😊

[@andrewjknoxuk]

That’s the only thing I don’t like about the shoe, the ankle collar, digs into my ankle near that eyelet. Surprised at the cushioning given its a 12mm stack!

[@Run4Adventure]

Yeah it's not the best and it look like a lot of people have the same issue! I think a lot of the cushioning comes from that boomerang foot bed 👍 Thanks for watching Andrew and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@seanviggers2228]

I really like the look of this shoe, the last pair I tried were so wide you could have fitted both my feet in one of them, so to see this seems to have been rectified can only be a good thing. Stay safe bud 👏🏃‍♂️🤙

[@Run4Adventure]

I always struggled with the fit of Inov-8 shoes as well Sean but the Terraultra fitted really well 👍 Thanks for watching mate and the great support as always 🙏

[@OscarPerez-dy3gx]

I need a shoe for very dry gravel.¿do you know somethig good for that?

[@Run4Adventure]

There's lots of trail running shoes that can do that but comfort is also very personal Oscar 🤔 Here's a list of trail shoes that I've found very comfortable - Saucony Xodus Ultra Hoka Speedgoat 5 Salomon Ultra Glides Kailas Fuga EX2 INOV-8 Trailfly ultra G 300 max Hope this helps and thanks for watching the channel 🙏😊

[@MonteComeau]

Just looking at this shoe online at Runner Inn and they list it as 5-8mm drop?

[@Run4Adventure]

I can assure it's definitely Zero drop! It's written on the heel of the shoe (Zero) Also how can a shoe be 5-8mm off set?? 🤔

[@MonteComeau]

@@Run4Adventure Yes, I was wary about them giving a range ike that. They also give the weight as 250 - 300....So I think I will shop elsewhere :) Love your channel by the way.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@MonteComeau Yeah I think there a lot of false information on there. That's great, really glad you're enjoying the channel and thanks for watching it's appreciated 🙏

[@bildotunechi]

How would you say it compares against the Peregrine 10/11? I'd love to see more 'vs' videos since you have so many shoes.

[@Run4Adventure]

I would still prefer the Peregrine, I find it a little more comfortable when it comes to the upper 👍 We'll definitely be doing some Vs videos this year. Thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@msandiford93]

More importantly, what socks are they?

[@Run4Adventure]

Always Stance socks Michael! 🧦 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@msandiford93]

@@Run4Adventure I need a pair in that pink colour 💯🔥

[@Run4Adventure]

They make some wicked socks Michael! It takes a really man to wear pink 😂😂😂

[@msandiford93]

@@Run4Adventure They would match perfectly with my pink Compressport headband 😂

[@Run4Adventure]

@@msandiford93 You can't beat a bit of colour coordination 👌

[@seligseligabc123]

Hi, I know you’re hot on making your videos a perfection with your re-take bloopers. Just to say try not to say, ‘them’ laces. Say, ‘those’ laces. We all make mistakes or follow had habit, I am guilty of that, I am just trying to give some advice about a specific thing I know is correct for the sake of your future perfect presentations;-)... keep up the great work.

[@Run4Adventure]

Yeap English grammar was never my strong point John! 😊 You're right though I do take a lot of time and effort when it comes to the content we create on the channel. I don't know if you've ever tried producing something of a similar quality? There is a lot going on when you're filming and lots to think about and remember! Luckily Run4Adventure is a running channel and we're trying to bring our viewers quality running related content using my many years of experience. If it was an English grammar channel I think I'd be in trouble!! 😂

[@jonwilson4135]

Is it me or do you keep calling it the G70 instead of the G270??? 🤣🤔🤔🤔👍

[@Run4Adventure]

Yeap you spotted it Jon! I think I only actually did it once but I did do it 😂 I knew I'd do it at some point, I couldn't get G70 out of my head for some reason!? 🤔

[@jonwilson4135]

@@Run4Adventure on the ball! Just one question..how does running in zero drop compare to running in a 4mm drop..thats about as low as I've ever tired..does it make that much difference? Thanks, excellent review btw..👍

[@Run4Adventure]

@@jonwilson4135 To be honest I didn't even notice the zero drop 🤔 I tend to spend most of time running in a 4mm or 5mm heel off set so not a big difference. I don't think it makes a massive difference when it comes to our trail running shoes, especially if you're use to a 4mm off set anyway 👍

[@MonteComeau]

@@Run4Adventure I have the same concerns and apprehensive to try 0 drop as I have been using 10m drop shoes on the road. Just picked up the Peregrine 11 so we will see how that goes. Peregrine seems huge to me though!

[@Run4Adventure]

@@MonteComeau Huge? 🤔

[@andrewwright3676]

Inv8 just don’t work for me I’ve tried them in the past and at £145.00 I would rather stick with Hoka which I know work at a cheaper price.

[@Run4Adventure]

I think Inov-8 are one of those brands, it either works or it doesn't. To be fair I've never got on with them either in the past but the Terraultra felt pretty good to run in and the grip was really good 😊 You're right it's an expensive shoe! Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏

[@fionnmacnamara4738]

I like your vids but you have a really odd habit I've noticed in repeating the subject multiple times, instead of referring to it as 'it' or 'them' or leaving it out entirely as it's assumed. In this case it is "the shoe." We know this is a shoe review man! "This shoe has great grip and when you are wearing the shoe it feels great, this shoe really is the shoe you want" 😁 Just a very small thing that irked me! Maybe you are trying too hard idk

[@Run4Adventure]

Trying to hard? 🤔 I definitely put a lot of time and effort into every review because I want to make it entertaining and informative for our viewers. I also want to fit as much information about the product we're reviewing into a short space of time which can be quite tricky sometimes 👍 Everyone's a critic, thanks for watching the channel 🙏

[@fionnmacnamara4738]

Yeah absolutely. Agree with all that. And I'm a fan of your vids. I merely meant the way you speak and repeat the subject sometimes doesn't sound natural. It's a bit like when you hear footballers in interviews use the word 'myself' repeatedly when 'me' is more appropriate/correct. They're trying too hard to be formal/well spoken. I get a similar impression from you. It's OK to refer to something as 'it' or 'them' once the audience is familiar with what the subject is.

[@Run4Adventure]

@@fionnmacnamara4738 Thanks for the advice!

[@seligseligabc123]

I think you’d agree the G270 cannot compete with the Hoka one one EVO Jawz which are better in every way from my test of both shoes. The Jawz are the only medium distance trail shoe I go back to for road to trail mud grass speed agility lightness and grip security. By comparison the G270 are pretty dead on the road, slipped all over the place on muddy grass hills more than a £40 trail shoe I have with the same lug depth!!. Took me two runs in the Hoka Jawz to get my confidence back on that muddy trail section. G270’s are strictly dry rock dry grass summer trails. The best grip of all time on wet metal drains, wet rock and pavement, are the Altra MT King 2 vibram tread. But the Hoka Jawz come a close second along with the Saucony Mad river 1.

[@Run4Adventure]

The Evo Jaws is a great shoe John but to compare the two shoes is difficult because they are so different! You're right the grip on the Jawz is brilliant and I'm a massive fan of Vibram Megagrip 👍 But I had no issues with the grip on the Terraultra G270 on everything I ran it on. It gripped well in the mud, yes the Jawz is better in mud but the Terraultra was great on rock and wet rock! Definitely as good as the Jawz in my opinion. Then when it comes to distance the Terraultra has to come out on top. I ran my Evo Jawz 24 miles on the coats path once and it felt like my feet had been smashed with hammers 😂 I'm pretty sure they wouldn't feel like that running 24 miles in the Inov-8 shoe. I also thought the Terraultra ran really well on road I thought it transitioned really well between road and trail 👍 Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to comment it's really appreciated 🙏