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    Feb 17, 2022 5 minutes

    INOV-8 X-TALON ULTRA 260 V2

    £125 Ultra trail shoes primed for extreme mud

    Inov-8 has been a popular and trusted presence in the off-road run market for years, with shoes primed to tackle a variety of terrain from mountains and fells, to parks and trails.

    The second version of the X-Talon Ultra 260 builds upon the original’s core concept of becoming ‘the perfect shoe for running long distances over soft and muddy terrain’, with claimed improvements on fit and stability.

    Inov-8 says the X-Talon performs best on muddy trails, but is also capable of covering rocky, icy and tarmacked terrain. Unlike other trail shoes we’ve tested, we’re still able to run comfortably on road, but off-piste is where they really shine.

    Most striking on this black and gold number are the aggressive 8mm lugs made from Stickygrip rubber, which provide incredibly

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