Merrell  Trail Glove 8 Trail-Running Shoes - Women's

I've bought Merrell Trail Gloves since the original and have been buying the earlier versions on the used market since because Merrell cannot seem to return to what worked. This model is definitely a return to the earlier versions in a few ways: better arch support due to a narrower mid-foot, decent flexibility in the sole, roomy toe box, but the burrito tongue is a big fail. It dug into my ankle every time I stepped and wouldn't budge. It came up so high on my ankle and there was no adjustment because the tongue is partially sewn in on one side. If the shoe had a traditional gusseted tongue it would have been perfect. Merrell please return to what worked and stop messing around with a shoe that was perfect years ago!

I like the semi-attached tongue - it makes putting the shoe on easier. The fit in the forefoot is a lot looser than the Trail Glove 7. The jury is still out on that.

Very uncomfortable. This shoe comes up very high on the instep. It bites into the top of my foot while walking.

HE SHOE FITS GREAT HOWEVER I FIND MOST MERRILL SHOES ARE NOT SOFT INSIDE, MY FEET GET TIRED AFTER A TIME

I love this style shoe. They’re the only kind I purchase because they last so long.

Fabulous for walking in a range of terrains. Extremely comfortable.