Mtl Long Sky 2 Trail Running Shoe - Men's
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Why We Like The Merrell Mtl Long Sky 2 Trail Running Shoe
When regularly clearing double-digit miles on trail, we rely on the Merrell Mtl Long Sky 2 Trail Running Shoe to keep our feet and stride happy. The reinforced mesh upper lets our feet breathe easy and dries off quick after bounding through mud and rivulets, while the Vibram Megagrip sole keeps our strikes and toe offs secure with its sticky rubber compound and earth-eating lugs. As we stride from valley to ridgeline and back, the internal bootie keeps our foot comfortably locked over the platform's plush foam that keeps the ground feeling soft no matter what's underfoot.
Details
- High-performance running shoe for your long trail runs
- Reinforced mesh upper is breathable and durable
- Reflective details increase your visibility in low light
- Integrated D-ring for attaching gaiters (sold separately)
- Internal bootie construction provides a locked-in feel
- 4mm drop encourages a natural gait and midfoot strike
- FloatPro Foam is light, shock absorbing, and energy returning
- Vibram Megagrip sole delivers reliable trail traction on varied terrain
- Item #MERZ2OG
- Upper Material
- mesh, TPU
- Closure
- lace
- Midsole
- FloatPro Foam (EVA based)
- Sole
- Vibram Megagrip, 5mm lugs
- Support Type
- neutral
- Cushion
- moderate
- Heel / Forefoot Height
- 23.5 / 19.5mm
- Drop
- 4mm
- Claimed Weight
- [single] 9.45oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
- Activity
- trail running
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Overall Rating
4 based on 66 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 26, 2024
Great trail runner for steep hills and muddy trail
I ran in Bare Access Trails and XTRs for a long time before switching to Altras when those were phased out. I decided to try these to get some added traction and security on single track and am glad that I did. Midfoot lockdown is great and the toe box is just roomy enough for comfort but not so much that you slip around on descents or anything like that. The heel feels a bit wide, but using a runner's loop on the laces takes care of any slippage. The trails I run in can get very muddy and the outsole has been up to the task so far. I feel a lot more secure than I did in Altras. They also drain very well. If the toebox was a bit roomier and the heel a bit more secure, these would be perfect.
Originally reviewed on Merrell
April 18, 2024
Solid Grip and light weight
My first two runs with these sneakers, i did not like them. My feet hurt as they were not used to the minimal cushion trail sneakers offer. That said, I trained for six months in the trails, all of my long runs in these sneakers. I trained for a trail 100k. My feet strengthened as I got used to the sneakers. I ran a 50k in snow, rain, mud, and dry conditions. They provided amazing traction in the snow, 4-6 inches, the dirt and helped with mud but would still slip for softer ground. I did not try them on gravel or rocky type technicality. The sneakers are light weight with a firm vibram sole to help provide some support. My only complaint, as I've seen on others, is the mesh toe box is starting to tear on the outside of the foot, right where the sneaker creases. Other than that, my 420 miles have provided to be safe, grippy, and successful. I paired these sneakers with Aonijie toe socks and finished my 100k with no blisters!
Originally reviewed on Merrell
April 12, 2024
First thoughts 20 miles.
First runs it’s a solid shoe. In the first three runs I’ve thrown about everything but snow and deep mud. Handles great, breathes/drains well, and really grips on to most everything. The fit around the midfoot is nice and snug, while still having plenty of wiggle rooms at the toes. I’ve not tested the toe bumper yet but there is one. It does not to seem as robust as that on a cascadia but different style shoe. This is going on the the list of racing trail shoes for me. I’m a fairly average front middle pack runner. Biggest concern I have is durability. The lugs will be fine, not sure about the upper. Time will tell. Typically I get 600+ miles out of any shoe, so lets see how it goes!
Originally reviewed on Merrell
March 29, 2024
Great fit, but the tongue and bootie let it down.
A very firm ride is good on technical and soft trails. Not necessarily the best for mixed terrain that may include asphalt. Fit: (+) Nice wide toe box for those who prefer that (like me). Easy to feel secure and locked down. (-) Bootie fit. The bootie is significantly too tight in this shoe. It is both too small and to stiff of a material. No matter how loose the laces are, the shoe is just too tight over the top of the foot causing numbness to set in after a very short period of time. The Tongue: Merrell got this very wrong here. The tongue comes too far up into the curve of the ankle and is combined with an edging material that stretches less than the bootie causing it to curl downwards toward the foot. This causes the top of the tongue to dig into the foot/ankle junction. I found this very uncomfortable. Modifications are in order: Thankfully the material and construction of this shoe lend itself to easy modification. I trimmed the tongue back considerably to provide adequate clearance to the top of the foot and cut a series of relief slots in the bootie to give it more compliance. This has made the shoe much better for me.
Originally reviewed on Merrell
March 25, 2024
Got what I needed
Good fit. nice cushioning, great traction. Fit my needs
Originally reviewed on Merrell
March 6, 2024
Love These Sneakers
Love the feel, look and grip . Gives me the confidence to explore where others dare to
Originally reviewed on Merrell
February 21, 2024
MTL Long Sky 2
Overall comfort and style is great. I recommend this shoe.
Originally reviewed on Merrell
January 24, 2024
Bright and Light
Great support in a light, comfortable shoe. The bright color of my pair looks great too.
Originally reviewed on Merrell
January 23, 2024
Overall I'm quite happy with them.
Pretty happy with this shoe. I bought them because I had an achilles issue flare up in my minimalist shoes (13mm). These offered a slight 4mm heel drop and the additional cushion definitely helped take some of the foot ache out of 8+ mile runs. I do wish they had a slightly wider toe box, but I've adapted to them. Feel snug, breathable—overall I think they're a great buy. May check out the Skyfire 2's next.
Originally reviewed on Merrell
December 4, 2023
Meh.
They are OK. Fancy looking, very light. Glad I got them in the sale as they are basically foam and mesh shoes. Maybe a 1/4 size small for me but that's just me.
Originally reviewed on Merrell
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