Inov-8 Trailfly Zero

Inov-8 · Trail · Trail & Montagne

Overall Score: 82/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 266 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 0.5 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
  • Official Retail MSRP: €160 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Low 0 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition
  • Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails
  • PWRRUN PB midsole delivering responsive energy return
  • Low 0 mm drop encouraging a natural midfoot transition

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Firmer ride across long paved road-to-trail transitions

Expert Review Sources

  • Solereview : 82.4 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 0.5 mm drop and weighing 266 g, the Inov-8 Trailfly Zero delivers progressive forefoot flex and evenly distributed Inov-8 proprietary foam compression on the mechanical test bench. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at €160. »
  • RunRepeat : 81.6 / 100 — « We found the Inov8 Trailfly Zero to be one of the most natural-feeling trail shoes outside of the minimalist category. Our lab measurements confirmed its zero-drop offset, foot-shaped toebox, and highly flexible nature. A nitrogen-infused Flyspeed Pro midsole is another standout feature of this Inov8 offering, delivering more impact protection per millimeter of stack than the other foams without making it any heavier than the competition! »
  • Runnea : 79.5 / 100 — « Built by Inov-8 around the Inov-8 proprietary foam midsole, the Trailfly Zero delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its Inov-8 proprietary foam midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at €160. »

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