Very pleased to hear that they also work well on the road as I have a few kms of road to get to the trails! I want something quite cushioned though, so maybe the Parkclaw would be better for me. As a Hoka fan it was also very interesting to hear that James was slipping in his Speedgoats. I can't help thinking of Nicky Spinks saying in Last Woman Standing how her Inov-8 Mudclaws would be her secret weapon for her 2019 Barkley attempt ... I'm addicted to such videos on RUclips!!
Nice to see an inov8 review Andy. I love their trainers and their kit has been great quality too. For me it’s their Parkclaw shoe that works best for me 👍
My first run today at Street parkrun all off road. Got out my van and ran up the road and just like you found the 270 hard at first. Once on the move on the wet grass 270 came good.
I have these and loved LOVED them and so I just the big brother to them on Monday (Trail fly Ultra G300) - Loved the run out, will be using them for the trail marathon late Feb
Only had one pair of Inov-8 and that was ages ago. I have still got the adidas Terrex Speed Pro to take out that bought earlier this year and was bit nervous about that at 4mm and really a racer. I was going along more sedately today in the Peg Trail 3 GTX but pretty dry at moment. Not sure I would have place for a shoe like this with also the Terrex Speed Ultra which is probably similar use case of a fairly lightweight trail up tempo shoe and that is a more friendly 8mm. Be interesting to see what you end up using it for.
Yeah your adidas probably covers the base that this one also does! I think now with the ASICS and this shoe I’ve pretty much got all areas covered for now!
They are amazing. Absolutely love mine. Agree they are firm on the road to begin with, but they do soften. I don't get the ankle movement- maybe I've got fat ankles? 😂😅 After the speed series; maybe it's time to do a trail/mountain running series? 😂
Awesome mate! There will indeed be a trail and mountain series coming next late spring / summer…. In for this - trailevents.co/events/wye-valley-trail-running-challenge/
The 0mm drop is the only reason why I'm reluctant to buy a pair of these. I might go for the TRAILFLY ULTRA G 300 as that has a 6mm drop. I currently use la sportiva for all my trail running and needs to be something special to prise me away.
I've got both, first the 270s, and more recently bought the 300s. The 300s are the best trainers I've ever owned, can be used for everything and the drop height is perfect. Would highly recommend.
Seems an ok shoe. Just the lockdown could be better by the sound of it? Ankle i don't want wiggles on the trails . Good to hear they don't feel like ice skates on the road . Very informative review thank you !
That sounds a lot like the roadclaw's I've used in the past, I can only agree. It's a flexible shoe that comes alive on the trails and makes the feet work. I use them for training on the trails up to half marathon and steep hill reps, because they will make the muscles in the feet and ankles work work work. Shift into a more comfy stacked shoe for racing and you feel like flyyyying... Good luck!
Hi Andy, I have just purchased my first pair of inov8's and chose the Oroc, I was ment to be racing the Cheviot 🐐 and was looking forward to seeing how they would perform on the snow and ice but due to storm Arwen it has to be postponed. Might
I’ve got the On Running Cloudventure waterproof (2021). It feels a bit heavy and inflexible with firm cushioning. How does the Terraultra G 270 compare with the Cloudventure in cushioning and stiffness and weight?
@@ScheKitoff You know, that’s very true. I’ve lost over 20kg since July 1, and when I was heavier I could feel the individual cloud elements compress and decompress as I walked or ran in my Cloudstratus V2 shoes. But now that I am lighter I do not notice that cushioning action. I still love the Cloudstratus though. Super comfortable with a stable base and a firm ride. I can run with or without socks and with or without lacing them up tightly, and I never get blisters or pain of any kind in my body no matter how far I run and even if I run every day for weeks. Great shoes!
some manufacturers in providing midsole stack height only give measurement of the midsole and not including outsole (usually about 2mm in road shoes) and insole (usually 4-6mm). Others give measurement of combined stackheigt. By the looks of it, I would guess the 12mm stackheight in the G270 is only the midsole part.
I’ve probably not tested it on the same terrain as him, that’s what I’m guessing is the answer… I’ve used a few nike trail shoes and the grip isn’t great, these are head and shoulders better than those… but I haven’t used them in really muddy or wet conditions,, probably more like damp/slightly muddy
I don't own any inov8 shoes but I do own 2 sets of their boomerang footbeds. They instantly make almost all shoes better.
Oh that’s awesome I’ll take a look at those, never heard of them!
Very pleased to hear that they also work well on the road as I have a few kms of road to get to the trails! I want something quite cushioned though, so maybe the Parkclaw would be better for me. As a Hoka fan it was also very interesting to hear that James was slipping in his Speedgoats. I can't help thinking of Nicky Spinks saying in Last Woman Standing how her Inov-8 Mudclaws would be her secret weapon for her 2019 Barkley attempt ... I'm addicted to such videos on RUclips!!
Yeah a few people have mentioned the parkclaws! I can see why people love the brand, they’re super!
Nice to see an inov8 review Andy. I love their trainers and their kit has been great quality too. For me it’s their Parkclaw shoe that works best for me 👍
Yes so glad I’m able to finally get some inov8 and test them out, highly impressive! I’ll take a look at these parkclaws 👌
Glad these worked out for you mate! Nice light shoe especially in the higher sizes. Trail shoes can become very weighty. 👍🏼
They can mate for sure, very happy with this one indeed!
My first run today at Street parkrun all off road. Got out my van and ran up the road and just like you found the 270 hard at first. Once on the move on the wet grass 270 came good.
Sounds exactly how I found them! Great work 👌
I have these and loved LOVED them and so I just the big brother to them on Monday (Trail fly Ultra G300) - Loved the run out, will be using them for the trail marathon late Feb
Awesome!! I’ve got a trail block of training next summer, albeit a small block but mine will get some serious use then!
Still using my mudclaws from 2017, appreciate XC races are normally short and was very little last year. But there still going strong.
That’s awesome! A few people have mentioned to me in the past they’ve used the mud claws for xc and they’re a great option 👌
Try putting that insole in another shoe of choice, I promise you'll like it!
Only had one pair of Inov-8 and that was ages ago. I have still got the adidas Terrex Speed Pro to take out that bought earlier this year and was bit nervous about that at 4mm and really a racer. I was going along more sedately today in the Peg Trail 3 GTX but pretty dry at moment. Not sure I would have place for a shoe like this with also the Terrex Speed Ultra which is probably similar use case of a fairly lightweight trail up tempo shoe and that is a more friendly 8mm. Be interesting to see what you end up using it for.
Yeah your adidas probably covers the base that this one also does! I think now with the ASICS and this shoe I’ve pretty much got all areas covered for now!
They are amazing. Absolutely love mine. Agree they are firm on the road to begin with, but they do soften.
I don't get the ankle movement- maybe I've got fat ankles? 😂😅
After the speed series; maybe it's time to do a trail/mountain running series? 😂
Awesome mate! There will indeed be a trail and mountain series coming next late spring / summer…. In for this - trailevents.co/events/wye-valley-trail-running-challenge/
The 0mm drop is the only reason why I'm reluctant to buy a pair of these. I might go for the TRAILFLY ULTRA G 300 as that has a 6mm drop. I currently use la sportiva for all my trail running and needs to be something special to prise me away.
If the 300 are anything like these 270, they’re well worth a go!!
I've got both, first the 270s, and more recently bought the 300s. The 300s are the best trainers I've ever owned, can be used for everything and the drop height is perfect. Would highly recommend.
Seems an ok shoe. Just the lockdown could be better by the sound of it? Ankle i don't want wiggles on the trails . Good to hear they don't feel like ice skates on the road . Very informative review thank you !
Yes mate a really good shoe, bit of wiggle room in the ankle but I reckon I can sort that by using the extra eyelet 👌
I have these and love them but Inov8 mudclaws always my go to shoe especially in the extra mud.
Yes I’ve heard lots of great things about those, people using them for XC in the thick mud!!
That sounds a lot like the roadclaw's I've used in the past, I can only agree. It's a flexible shoe that comes alive on the trails and makes the feet work. I use them for training on the trails up to half marathon and steep hill reps, because they will make the muscles in the feet and ankles work work work. Shift into a more comfy stacked shoe for racing and you feel like flyyyying... Good luck!
Amazing to hear!! Yes people have mentioned the roadclaws and the parkclaws, I must investigate them both!
Good information as for sizing. Looks like a real cracking shoe for the trails. Any trail races for you this coming year? Keep up the awesome work.
Thanks mate! None this year but two next summer so there will be a small block of training where these will get a hammering 👌
Hi Andy, I have just purchased my first pair of inov8's and chose the Oroc, I was ment to be racing the Cheviot 🐐 and was looking forward to seeing how they would perform on the snow and ice but due to storm Arwen it has to be postponed. Might
Ah how frustrating! I hope you get to test them out soon!
@@TheFODRunner the plus side that I know you will appreciate, I got to see my 4 year old do her Christmas ballet recital so a happy silver lining 😁
I’ve got the On Running Cloudventure waterproof (2021). It feels a bit heavy and inflexible with firm cushioning. How does the Terraultra G 270 compare with the Cloudventure in cushioning and stiffness and weight?
On Cloud has always been bricks--unless maybe for 100Kg where the weight will activate its midsole.
I’d love to be able to tell you but I’ve never tried any On running shoes so not sure sadly!
@@ScheKitoff You know, that’s very true. I’ve lost over 20kg since July 1, and when I was heavier I could feel the individual cloud elements compress and decompress as I walked or ran in my Cloudstratus V2 shoes. But now that I am lighter I do not notice that cushioning action. I still love the Cloudstratus though. Super comfortable with a stable base and a firm ride. I can run with or without socks and with or without lacing them up tightly, and I never get blisters or pain of any kind in my body no matter how far I run and even if I run every day for weeks. Great shoes!
12mm forefoot? No wonder they felt firm. The asics is a 26mm I believe.
some manufacturers in providing midsole stack height only give measurement of the midsole and not including outsole (usually about 2mm in road shoes) and insole (usually 4-6mm). Others give measurement of combined stackheigt.
By the looks of it, I would guess the 12mm stackheight in the G270 is only the midsole part.
Inov-8 lists the height of the outsole, midsole and insole separately
Yes less than ASICS for sure but I felt like that made it far more nimble, it does feel fast when you get moving 👌
Yes less than ASICS for sure but I felt like that made it far more nimble, it does feel fast when you get moving 👌
inov8 size chart is different than other brands. did you go with your uk/us size or euro size?
I went with UK size, my normal 13 and it was perfect 👌
Considering picking up a pair,but confused after my first two reviews.
Ginger runner said the grip is not good,you say it's insane,complete contrast?
I’ve probably not tested it on the same terrain as him, that’s what I’m guessing is the answer… I’ve used a few nike trail shoes and the grip isn’t great, these are head and shoulders better than those… but I haven’t used them in really muddy or wet conditions,, probably more like damp/slightly muddy
@@TheFODRunner ok,thanks
Ginger runner really said grip was poor on wet roots and rocks.
They are on offer for £59 from inov8 site.
That’s fair enough, not a surface I really tested them on so that explains it! Appreciate the heads up 👍