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Race Report: Sierre-Zinal

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For the second edition, Hoka increases the lug depth to 5mm of Vibram Megagrip with Traction Lug, while decreasing the stack height of foam a few millimeters giving the shoe a new rocker geometry with a more pronounced front flex point geometry, and finally tops it with a thin race focused mesh upper. It drops 29 g to an amazing 7. Dom: I was not one of the original Zinal reviewers on RTR, but based on their enthusiastic opinion, I purchased a pair, and was not disappointed. While Hoka had always made great super-cushioned shoes that are a great fit for my mile races, their shoes were not great choices for shorter trail racing. The Zinal, being lower to the ground, was more stable, light and fast. It was an excellent shoe that I wore in a couple of fifty-mile races and one km. A well-balanced shoe I could find little to nitpick about. However, Salomon dropped a bombshell into the running world with the Pulsar, demonstrating that trail shoes could be made much, much lighter. So my wishlist for the Zinal 2 was really only this: make it lighter. And wham, Hoka just delivered! Very light weight for substance at less than 7. Firm responsive older school ride on firm terrain or road: Sam. While Vibram Traction Lug and sharp profile of new higher 5mm outsole lugs are appreciated, lower lugs, more foam could lead to a smoother, more cushioned, harder surfaces ride, less stiffness, and more versatility. Steep pricing for a non super foam and quite specialized race shoe: Sam. Available June First Impressions, Fit and Upper. Sam: The Hoka Zinal 2 is a thing of wonder. Looking more closely and touching we see the mesh while thin and truly single layer is very dense and a bit crinkly and non stretch. Usually such a mesh might lead to a baggy fit but here the volume is on the low side and the extensive overlays wrap the foot beautifully. Around the rand, so just above the midsole, the underlay fully wraps the lower part of the upper for protection and wear resistance and as one can see at the medial side shown below some extra support with the blue overlay also in the mix. On the exterior rear there is a blue overlay fully wrapping the heel and tying into the lacing. We have a pliable but true heel counter in the mix above which we have the knit collar. The lace up area has an external panel through which the orange cord loops hold the laces. The stretch knit tongue is unpadded with the round thin laces drawing the side overlays and loops over the foot magnificently and with total comfort. The toe area is quite broad at the bunions area but equally as secure due to the underlays and non stretch mesh with a bit of pressure there on my bunion. The fit is very secure, comfortable, true to size for me. No one should mistake this upper for a roomy comfort or a broad fit as the upper is focused on a race focused fit but every run laced up I have forgotten about the upper except for that touch of bunion pressure on foot. Jeff V: I like the original Zinal, but the Zinal 2 just blows me away. For starters, the shoe screams fast at first sight and I am impressed by the streamlined race ready design, snug booty like cuff, aggressive but not overly so outsole. The yellow colorway adds to the speedy look and WOW, I am stunned by the weight, a mere 7. Sliding into these is encouraging, as the slipper like design feels snugly secure, without feeling confining and comfort is very good for a race shoe. Sam describes the mechanics of the upper well. Foothold and security are excellent, enhancing the overall stability, control and agility of the shoe. Adam: The Zinal 2 has a remarkable slipper-like upper, and reminds me a lot of the Salomon Pulsar. I knew what would make or break this upper for me was the integrated gaiter around the heel. Walking around with the shoe on, I was worried that the gaiter would either chafe or provide poor heel hold, but due to the flexibility of the midsole and softness of the material I had no issues with it running. The fit is not overly narrow and the minimal overlays give room for the toes, but I would describe this as a precise-fitting trail shoe. The weight is extremely impressive as the shoe feels like it disappears under you when running. This is a race focused trail shoe, but comfortable and efficient enough to go longer distances. I love the bright yellow and blue colorway, and expect it to be a beautiful canvas for all the dirt and mud you run through along the way. Dom: Despite my initial excitement about how light the Zinal 2 is in US M10, weight drops from g to g, 9. I was generally very impressed by the superlight upper. I even enjoyed the distinctive lemon-yellow colorway. John: My first impressions are that the Zinal 2 is a lightweight, race-ready trail shoe with a precise fit and excellent traction. The upper is well-ventilated and comfortable, and the outsole provides solid protection on technical terrain. I love the feeling of this fast, responsive shoe and would use it for racing or training on technical trails. Jacob: The first thing that struck me about the Zinal 2 was the weight. It is the 9th lightest shoe road and trail I have weighed out of around though notably have not tested the Salomon Pulsar. It is lighter than the NB Fuelcell Rebel v2, a classic road trainer loved by many that is known for its low weight. The light weight is due to many aspects, but the minimal, elegant upper is a major factor. The upper is a very thin mesh with underlays to provide support and a stretch knit instead of a tongue—a full bootie construction. I felt the same as Dom, however, that the heel fit is a bit loose, especially compared to the secure mid and forefoot. If I lace tighter to try to get a better hold note there are no extra eyelets for a heel lock lacing technique , I feel uncomfortable pressure on the top of my foot due to the thin laces and minimal padding. I accepted lacing looser and feeling more free for better comfort, which proved to not be a problem as I still feel like I can run fast through technical terrain, but there are many other shoes where I feel more locked-in. My sense is that it is a firmer flavor than shoes such as the Speedgoat 5 or road Clifton 9 or that there is less of it and the 5mm lug outsole for sure adds to firmness and response. The midsole is intended for fast shorter efforts over technical terrain and as such has plenty of ground feel and lots of response in combination with the outsole and not so much friendly bounce or cush. I would not doubt it is the same foam as the Zinal 1 which had 2mm more midsole foam but the same overall stack of 30mm heel and 25mm forefoot, the outsole of the 2 increasing in lug depth. The midsole feel is similar to the first version quite firm and maybe a bit firmer due to the additional rubber and less foam stack height but now we have a much more effective rocker to go with what remains a fairly stiff flexing longitudinally and flat at midfoot shoe with a far front flex point for climbing which the first version had less of. Jeff V: This is not the soft, plush cushy foam Hoka is known for, as the EVA midsole here feels firm, stable and responsive, but compliant enough for several hours of hard running. While the EVA is on the firm side, I do not find them to be overly harsh and can easily see running in the Zinal 2 for 5 or 6 hours with no problems. I find response to be excellent, not necessarily bouncy, but certainly propulsively snappy and with such a low weight, they are really fast on the uphills, as well as rolling terrain, downhills or wherever you want to crank them up. The firmer midsole makes them very stable and predictable, performing well in technical terrain. Adam: Sam and Jeff describe the midsole here well. This makes the Zinal excellent on technical terrain where you still want cushion but control of the shoe is paramount. The shoe responds well to increases in pace. I just want to know how light the shoe is very, very light and how far I can comfortably run in it. John: Dom summarizes my thoughts perfectly. In my opinion, this is the Goldilocks of midsoles for short to 30K race distances. It is not exciting but performs well and is lively and low density. The platform underfoot is relatively narrow and lower stack for a modern shoe from Hoka but I find it amply stable and cushioned for shorter distances. Overall I really like the level of cushion and flexibility for short and fast runs. I agree with Dom and John about being just enough midsole for shorter races. I would race it up to 50km. The lug depth increases to 5mm from the prior 4mm and we now have Traction Lug, small nubs on the sides of the lugs said by Vibram to significantly increase traction over conventional lugs. The outsole contributes to the highly responsive, snappy, stable and quite firm feel of the shoe as it is well matched to the relatively firm midsole. After some miles, the Zinal 2 developed a far front climbing flex but otherwise the outsole contributes to the quite rigid but not totally rigid torsional flex of the shoe. Jeff V: Traction is excellent and I really appreciate the deeper and notably improved lug design, complete with jagged traction lugs for added grip. Adam: My first test run in the Zinal 2 was on wet trails. The lugs are not deep, similar to a Salomon Sense or Pulsar, but provide excellent traction. I covered slippery roots, exposed rock sections, mud, and had no issues at all with traction. On pavement and rock, the thin outsole prevents the shoe from feeling overly harsh. Jacob: I agree with everyone that the traction is excellent. I ran fast in the pouring rain on technical trail with all the classic non-mountainous test scenarios: wood bridges, roots, and sidehilling rock sections—I had no slips and no concerns. I want to second Dom about being surprised and glad about the excellent durability of the Vibram Megagrip Litebase version on the Tecton X, which looks like it is thin with small lugs and could wear quickly, but is lasting me a long time. I expect even better durability in the Zinal 2 with its larger lugs and more rubber coverage. Ride, Conclusions and Recommendations. Sam: A totally modern shorter distance trail speedster with an older school firmer highly responsive ride from its EVA foam and big outsole. It performs best when you want to go all out and more straight ahead on moderately technical terrain and are not worried about what your legs will feel like the next day. Maybe I'm too old and slow for a shoe such as the Zinal 2! It is a clear improvement over its v1 with far lighter weight, more aggressive traction, and a truly superb race ready upper. It remains a more specialized trail shoe focused on racing and fast efforts than an all arounder. I would like to see the outsole reduced in height and the foam upgraded to a softer and more dynamic less rigid flavor such as that found in the Tecton X and with a nylon or woven rock plate for protection and some front propulsion. Sam's Score: 9. Ride: 9 overly firm and not leg friendly beyond fast shorter efforts. Fit: 9. Value: 9 value suffers because of the ride being race focused firm and responsive. Style: 10 Beautiful! Traction: 9. Rock Protection: Adequate for race purposes. Would like to see a thin plate with softer midsole foam combination. Jeff V: The Zinal 2 really rips! They are incredibly well protected, cushioned and high performing for such an amazingly light trail shoe. They would not be my first pick for extended rocky outings, or prolonged downhills, but they can perform there too. I would recommend the Zinal 2 as a shoe to be saved for race day, trail races maybe half marathon or less on moderately technical trails would be the sweet spot here, though I think can go longer for many, or more technical for some. This is your shoe! Ride: 9. Value: 9. Style: Rock Protection: 9. The combination of a comfortable and precise upper, excellent outsole grip, and lightweight responsiveness made the Zinal a fantastic racing shoe. Fit: Rock Protection Jacob: I have enjoyed every run in the Zinal 2. It encourages me to have good form focus on more forefoot strike and run fast. Every test run I did was faster than I usually run. When I get in a groove on the run I float along through the woods. Though it is designed for racing, I like training in it on faster runs. Overall, the Zinal 2 is a world-class shorter distance speed shoe—a modern racing flat for trails. It is very lightweight which makes it fast and fun to run and the low weight is achieved without sacrificing performance. It has enough cushion for any sub-ultra distance I would consider it for 50 km and Dom notes he would use it for 50 mi , excellent traction, and a good fit. The fit is the weakest point for me with a slightly loose heel hold and tendency to hurt the top of my foot if I lace too tightly, but is overall good, just not perfect. I recommend the Zinal 2 for racing shorter distances, speed workouts, and even daily training if you prefer less cushioned shoes and if durability is as high as expected on most terrain. It is capable in technical trails and most conditions. However, for me the looser heel fit along with the notably flexibility and no rock plate leads to the Zinal 2 not being on my top list for rugged trails such as New England mountain running, though it would probably be acceptable, I prefer more security and protection. Overall, it is a remarkable lightweight and performant trail speed shoe that I think most runners would appreciate. Dom: Boom! After weighing the Zinal 2 and going for one run in them, I knew immediately that this would be the shoe I would pick for any forthcoming trail race up to 50 miles. They are light and fast and grippy and predictable. While not as vaporous as the Salomon Pulsar, the Zinal 2 is still stunningly light, and has more protection, better grip, and a much more comfortable upper. Fit: 8. Style: 9. Lightness: Value: Meh. Speed: Smiles: how many am I allowed? Dom : Zinal 2 is not a revised Zinal but a completely different beast. The original Zinal was light, but not a standout in that regard. Mostly it felt like a lower, more flexible, more responsive version of a regular Hoka shoe. It was certainly raceable and I used it in several races up to km , but coupled with a fairly roomy fit, it also felt like a comfy training shoe. The Zinal 2 slices off a shocking 1. Sam: Zinal 2 is lighter, less stiff in front flex with a more performance oriented upper and deeper traction. Jeff V: Agreed with Sam here. Z1 is a great shoe, but the Z2 really builds upon that with improved upper, lighter weight and better traction. Jeff V: The Torrent offers softer cushion and is a bit more flexible under foot, but weighs more and is not as performance oriented. Traction is comparable, with perhaps a slight advantage going to the Zinal 2. Jeff V: Both are comparably light and geared to all out fast performance, but I struggle a bit with the very narrow heel of the Pulsar SG and find them a bit unstable. I find the Zinal 2 to be much more stable and planted, also more protective underfoot such that I can go much faster on the downhills. I would say that the Zinal 2 is more stable with more traditional lacing, and a little more stiffness as a result of the outsole. The original Zinal was light, but not a standout in this regard. Sam: Weighing a bit more at 7. I have done trail runs and road runs with it and even trekked 2 days with a heavy pack and every outing was delightful and fast. I have also road run and trail run in the Zinal and it is considerably firmer and more responsive but less energetic in return feel. Less torsionally rigid and more stable, the Kjeraghas a softer riding midsole foam that while not disclosed feels alot like a supercritical foam similar to Puma Nitro but firmer. Its Litebase Megagrip outsole is lower profile with flatter lugs than the 5mm Zinal lugs so more suitable for dry terrain and road but with less potential loose, mud and snow grip. That said, in a side by side test on the same trails on the same day the Kjerag gripped better on loose gravel over hard pack due to its lugs planting better on small rocks and its flexibility. Some say Kjerag is a half size large but I am perfect in mine at true to size. In comparison, the Zinal is snugger up front and I might size up a half. The Zinal may be faster in mostly straight going for powerful runners over short distances where response and grip are key but everywhere else including longer distances the Kjerag will take you further and more comfortably so. Indeed and I think for good reasons. Underfoot, it has super light and far more energetic PWRRUN Pb supercritical foam and a full outsole that is at least light trails worthy for sure as we found out. It is both more flexible up front for climbing and more than decently stable for light trails At 5. Would I have raced Sierre Zinal in it in the day when I was younger and faster? Adam: Totally agree with Sam here. The Sinister is also a fantastic shoe. Peregrine 13 or 12 RTR Review. Jeff V: The Peregrine is more cushioned and protective, perhaps has superior traction in loose terrain, but is not nearly as light or fast as the Zinal 2. The G is notably zero-drop, has a little more cushion up front, and a much bouncier ride. It also has a bombproof upper, while the durability of the Zinal 2 is TBD. And indeed, the G is the shoe I throw in my bag almost every time I travel. But for race day, the two shoes are not even close. Zinal is 60 g 2. I would choose the Zinal 2 for racing any distance. It is snappier and has a snugger fit in the forefoot. The G is more comfortable for me and has a denser, bouncier, more cushioned underfoot feel along with a wider platform, less lateral flexibility, and more stability. The G is more versatile, runs smoother at slower paces, and is at home hiking in the mountains whereas the ZInal 2 would feel a bit shaky and lacking in protection. Both are great shoes overall. Jeff V: Not really much of a comparison, as the MTN Racer 3 weighs a good bit more, but has better cushion, a generous all day fit, better traction and overall better protection for long days, where the Zinal 2 is a pure racer. Dom: Fully agree with Jeff. Zinal 2 feels stripped down and built to race. Jeff V: Perhaps truly the closest comparison here in stature, profile, ride and performance. The VJ is a bit heavier, but does not feel it on the foot and has a more locked in secure upper, far superior traction, particularly in loose rough terrain where the VJ is best of any shoe on the market and is crazy precise, stable and confidence inspiring, where the Zinal is better suited for faster running on more moderate terrain and has better cushion. Catamount 2 RTR Review. Sam: Take the Zinal 2 and give it a more forgiving but not over soft and deeper cushioned supercritical foam midsole and a more rugged upper and you get the Catamount 2. Its front combination rock protection and propulsion plate gets to the same place as the Zinal rocker and flex but more protectively and with less firmness in the mix. The Cat is clearly more distance focused than the Zinal 2 while remaining a speedy all-arounder. If somewhat heavier, it is a more versatile shoe. Jeff V: Sam sums it up well. I find the Zinal 2 to be more stable and agile in technical terrain with a bit better traction. Jeff V: A non close comparison, as the SR5 is much heavier, more cushioned and not nearly as fast. SR5 is superior for long days at slower paces with better all around protection, where the Zinal 2 is a fast speedster for racing or PR attempts at shorter distances. Tester Profiles. He can run a mile, 5k, half, and grew up running in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. You can follow him at on Strava here. Jeff Valliere loves to run and explore the mountains of Colorado, the steeper and more technical the better. He has summited all of the 14ers in the state and can be found on mountain trails daily, no matter the weather, season, conditions or whether there is daylight or not. On the side he loves to ski all forms bike and hike, often with his family, as he introduces his 12 year old daughters to the outdoors. Jeff was born and raised in New Hampshire, but has called Colorado home for over 25 years. Dom 51, trains and competes mainly on trails in Southern California. He is 66 with a Boston qualifier. He has a decades old marathon PR. These days he runs halves in the just sub range if he gets lucky,, training miles per week mostly at moderate paces on the roads and trails of New Hampshire and Utah be it on the run or nordic skis. Samples were provided at no charge for review purposes. RoadTrail Run has affiliate partnerships and may earn commission on products purchased via shopping links in this article. These partnerships do not influence our editorial content and RoadTrailRun and its contributors received no other compensation for this article. The opinions herein are entirely the authors'. Was hoping for a somewhat Mach Trail but this isn't really it though it is remarkably comfortable. How do you think the Zinal 2 would perform at Mount Marathon? What would be your ideal Mount Marathon shoe? I wish Vibram would not add these micro traction stuff to the lugs anymore. It might somewhat improve grip, but it is a beast to clean. Dirt gets stuck there, and then I doubt if there is much benefit to them anymore. Super ugly, no surprise being a Hoka and all. No thanks on the bootie construction. Must be a quick shoe if a chode like Glueck can place 2nd at a regional, uncontested trail event though. Hello RTR , great review, about the zinal 2 midsole : Do you feel it more durable and more cushion after some km?? I am running with Zinal 1 since 2 years 2 pair and i feel the cushion not very durable, even if the shoes is great , this is my go to shoes. Pierre from France. Did you test zinal 2 in wet conditions, water crossing? How is drainage and does it hold water? I consider Zinal 2 for swimrun. These shoes look great on hot summer days in fnaf security breach and going to the beach. Post a Comment. 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