– if you're going to be running through deep water then a fully waterproof shoe isn't your best bet. "Shoes utilising Gore-Tex XCR are best suited to use in damp conditions – running through wet grass, or splashing through puddles," says Ian Barnes, the UK

exceptional cushioning and responsiveness, as well as an impressive weight-to-toughness ratio. The upper was breathable but water-resistance was mixed, keeping out rain but allowing moisture in from wet terrain, such as long grass. A wide last offers stability

Gryptonite outsole which wouldn’t slip on any surface, from grass and mud to loose ground or wet rock. Great for Long distances on all but the hardest groundContact www.betaclimbingdesigns.comPuma Trailfox II, £75 Weight 290gThis reliable trail shoe has

There are some pieces of running kit you simply wouldn’t dream of doing without. Shoes specifically designed for your particular foot type, technical T-shirts that keep you dry on even the hottest days, or a stopwatch that also tells you how hard