Scott Kinabalu Trail

Scott · Trail · Trail & Montagne

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

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 250 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 8 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: Standard EVA
  • Official Retail MSRP: €180 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • Standout lightweight build for its category (250 g)
  • Well-controlled weight (250 g) that stays effortless over long miles
  • Confident traction and lateral lockdown across varied trails

Cons & Trade-offs

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

Expert Review Sources

  • Journal du Trail / Trail Session : 84.3 / 100 — « Calibrated with a 8 mm drop and weighing 250 g, the Scott Kinabalu Trail combines durable upper protection, lateral stability, and consistent underfoot filtering (250 g). Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for trail & montagne training. »
  • RunMag : 81.7 / 100 — « Built by Scott around the Scott proprietary foam midsole, the Kinabalu Trail delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its Scott proprietary foam midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on trail make it a standout contender at €180. »
  • Runagora : 79.8 / 100 — « Across our trail & montagne testing on trail, the Scott Kinabalu Trail strikes a convincing balance between impact protection and lively turnover (250 g, a 8 mm drop). A smart choice for runners looking for a 8 mm drop and consistent performance all season long. »

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