# Trail Running Shoes The Nike Trail Running Collection is Designed for Cross-Country Runs By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-trail-running References: [store.nike](http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/pw/running-trail-running-collection/8yzZcl8) & [nikeinc](http://nikeinc.com/news/take-on-nature-s-obstacle-course-with-nike-s-trail-running-collection) The [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-zegama-2) Trail Running collection of shoes are designed to cater to running enthusiasts who eschew urban sidewalks and manicured trails in favor of dirt, hills and stray branches. With [off-road running](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-running) become increasingly popular, there is a growing need for running shoes designed for the specific challenges of the trail. The Nike Trail Running collection includes the all-terrain Nike Zoom Terra Kiger 2, the Nike Zoom Terra Wildhorse 2 and the Nike Trail Kiger shoes, all of which are designed to blend speed, durability and safety off the beaten path. The shoes feature a variety of details such as special fabrics, panels and layers that do just that. The collection is available for purchase online on Nike's official website. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Off-road Running Footwear:** There is a growing need for running shoes designed for the specific challenges of trail running, creating opportunities for companies to develop innovative off-road footwear. - **Multi-terrain Running Shoes:** The Nike Trail Running collection features multi-terrain shoes designed to blend speed, durability, and safety, revealing potential for more companies to develop shoes suited for cross-country runs. - **Trail Running Technology:** The Nike Trail Running collection incorporates special fabrics, panels, and layers to create trail-worthy footwear, indicating potential for technology-driven innovation in trail running shoes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sporting Goods Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of sporting goods can capitalize on the growing trend of off-road running and design shoes specifically tailored to the challenges of trail running. - **Athletic Footwear Retail:** Athletic footwear retailers can cater to cross-country runners by offering a wider selection of multi-terrain shoes designed for off-road running. - **Outdoor Sporting Goods:** Companies specializing in outdoor sporting goods can focus on creating innovative shoes with advanced technology to meet the growing demand for trail running footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Mileage Off-Grid Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-zegama-2.md) - [Adaptable Road-to-Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-pegasus-trail-5.md) - [Inclement Weather Training Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-juniper-trail-2-goretex.md) - [Earth-Toned Trail Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/district-vision-x-new-balance-trail-running-shoe.md) - [Trail-Ready Hiking Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-hiker-boot.md) - [Experimental Lace-Free Trail Runners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offtrail-running-shoe.md) - [Crossover Training Trail Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooks-ghost-trail.md) - [Traction-Optimized Running Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roam-trail-running-shoe.md) - [Performance Trail Hiking Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offtrail-hike.md)