Hi everyone,Every running magazine I read recently says that trail and cross-country are the way to go for training during Autumn/Winter. I quite like the idea but don't know where to start. Are there particular trails that are recommended

Hi,I fancy a change from half marathons and fancied training for trails. Does anyone know good sites with information on routes, particularly around South Manchester?Cheers in advance Hi JamesLook hereAnd here Also Hi....I have done a few marathons

Hi Guys, just looking for a bit of advice on shoes. I currently wear Asics trainers which are fab as usually i do road/ canal running. BUT i am really drawn to mud and would also like to do some off road. Can i wear trail shoes for road / canal

on footwear? IAny advice would be appreciated, thanks. How seriously do you intend to trail off road?Road shoes are probably good enough for dry grass/gravel etc. It's only when you get steep, wet and loose surfaces you need to consider appropriate footwear

Hi I just want to know what is the difference between XC and TRAIL running?Thanks Karen  this was asked a few weeks agogeneral acceptance is that XC are off-road races, often with a series where points provide the overall winner/club - so like a

I'm heading off road & I'm after some trail shoes ... tinterweb research indicates they are not runner specific - ie regarding pronation !! is this just because trail shoes much more supportive by the nature of the shoe, or am I totally getting

I started running recently and purchased mizuno wave mercury shoes - great for road. BUT i love trail running and seem to spend all my time on muddy tracks etc. do i need to buy trail shoes or should i stick with what i have...? It depends on a) how

HiI would like to buy my first trail shoes and i am between of these three brands.Salomon xt wings,North Face Betasso,New Balance  MT811.I want both good stability/cushion.What do you recommend me.In running shoes i wear the stability NB 1222.Very

Hi, I do a lot of off road running, but whenever it's been raining, it's a mud bath. I wonder if trail running shoes would be a good solution. You might say 'of course', but I have a couple of concerns...- I overpronate and need a LOT

!) lad gave me and the wife the benefit of a wealth of knowledge on the British Cross Country scene.I had gone in with the (mis) preconception of purchasing something that might be refered to as a "Trail Shoe" and quickly realised that this was no better