Have a look at the Inov-8 range. I use the Baregrip 200's off road the stud pattern is a lot more agressive than other minimal trail shoes but still handle those small sections of tarmac. Used these on a 40 mile in the Brecon Beacons.
On the road I use the Bare X 180's. However, only been up to marathon distance in these.
Yes, just emailed them to ask if this was a know issue and sent them a link to some photos. They came back asked for a few details and sent a replacement pair.
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James Joy
