Xero Shoes Scrambler Low vs Mesa Trail 2

Brian provides a quick visual comparison of the Xero Shoes Scrambler Low and the Mesa Trail 2 while simultaneously trying not to pass out after a bonky, hot 12 miler in the Scrambler Low. Get a look at the burlier and well used Scrambler next to the more streamlined, and also well used, Mesa Trail II.
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[@chrismichael1161]

Thanks for the review. I have the Mesa Trails, was wondering about the Scramblers. Do you know approximately how many miles you have on the scramblers? They look quite worn out.

[@Ruinyourknees]

Good question. I've worn them for most runs (2-4x/week) for about 6 months on very rocky and steep terrain with lots of bushwhacking, snow, and mud. Unfortunately for you, I use Strava to track my dog Ruby as a pair of shoes instead of my shoes.
Best guess: I've run at least a few hundred miles in them. The uppers are flawed as I pointed out and I'm starting to wear the lugs off of the forefoot too, but I've done a lot of 2000' descents on hard-packed, gravelly surfaces.
It's funny though, I went for a big trail run yesterday (~15 miles, 4000' of climbing) and still opted for the Scramblers over any other shoe. They are just so fun to run in and grounded, but more built up than the Mesa Trail so there's less fatigue and less cherry-picking through those half-dollar sized rocks which can sting in Mesa Trail.
The price is high for the durability, but the experience has been really fun. A tough call for sure.

[@enrique7180]

@@Ruinyourknees Hopefully, Xero shoes improves the durability on the upper portion of the shoe. Thank you for the review.

[@JonyMarshall]

Well, just got the mesa trail II cause the scramblers were out of stock. looking for the wear, I'm glad i got the strong ones :D

[@Ruinyourknees]

I've found the Mesa Trail II sole holds up better as well! The Scrambler soles are really nice but the rubber is pretty soft and I've worn lugs off. Mesa Trail IIs are still going. They definitely beat up my feet and legs more... in a good way when used thoughtfully. Have fun!