Minimus Trail Shoe - Men's
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Minimus Trail delivers a barefoot-inspired feel with responsive cushioning and trail-ready traction
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I love the Minimus Trail for its lightweight, natural feel on technical terrain. The FuelCell midsole gives me just enough cushioning to stay comfortable without sacrificing ground feel, making every step feel responsive. The AT Tread outsole grips well on dirt and rock, whether I'm running or scrambling. It’s the perfect balance of minimalism and protection, keeping me light on my feet while staying connected to the trail."
When we want to feel fast, agile, and connected to the terrain, we lace up the New Balance Minimus Trail. Designed for runners who crave a natural feel, this minimalist shoe delivers barefoot-like movement with just the right amount of cushioning. The FuelCell midsole provides a propulsive, energetic ride while keeping weight to a minimum, making every step feel responsive and efficient.
Traction is key on unpredictable trails, and the AT Tread outsole grips confidently on dirt paths, rocky scrambles, and everything in between. The lightweight yet durable textile upper allows for breathability and flexibility, keeping us moving with unrestricted ease. Whether we're chasing PRs on the trail or enjoying a technical hike, the Minimus Trail enhances every step with a balance of ground feel and protection.
Details
- Minimalist trail running shoe designed for natural movement and agility
- FuelCell midsole provides lightweight, high-energy cushioning
- AT Tread outsole delivers reliable traction on dirt, rock, and mixed terrain
- Lightweight textile upper enhances flexibility and breathability
- Barefoot-inspired design allows for enhanced ground feel and responsiveness
- 7.9oz weight keeps feet light and fast on the trail
- Item #NEWZ1ON
- Upper Material
- textile
- Lining
- textile
- Closure
- lace
- Midsole
- FuelCell
- Sole
- AT Tread
- Claimed Weight
- 7.9oz
- Activity
- trail running
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 5 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJuly 7, 2025
new minimus trainers. The originals were the best.
The originals were the best, these are good but nothing beats the old ones
Originally reviewed on New Balance EMEA
June 26, 2025
Great shoe
Ordered a size 14 wide. Shoe fit perfect. Has lots of traction on trails.
Originally reviewed on New Balance US
June 13, 2025
Returned as so narrow
Nth time I’ve been asked by New Balance to review, even though I returned them, as the fit was very narrow.
Originally reviewed on New Balance EMEA
May 13, 2025
Unnatural Toe Box - Bad fit
Unfortunately these shoes toe box priorities 'style' over fit - the toe box is too pointed towards the middle of the shoe which is not a natural foot shape and it pushes your big toe inwards. This promotes bunion in the foot which will lead to foot issues down the line. These shoes have unfortunately strayed away from the original toe box design of the previous minimus trail (10v1). I would not recommend buying them if the previous ones were a good fit.
Originally reviewed on New Balance US
April 13, 2025
Narrow 2E
I can't speak to the feel of the shoe when you run becuase it didn't fit well so I never ran in them. 3 stars just felt like middle ground. The 2E width size in this shoe is not a traditional 2E width. It fits much tighter. My foot typically has lots of room room in the 2E, but bulged out the sides in these.
Originally reviewed on New Balance US
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