New Without Tags Women’s 7 Jacquard-woven engineered mesh and TPU uppers are backed with breathable mesh linings Traditional lace closures and synthetic heel counters provide a secure fit Stability overlays over the instep Women-specific Q FORM® 2 dual-density EVA foam midsoles provide light pronation relief Removable EVA foam insoles Rock plates provide an element of underfoot protection Reflective details for increased visibility in low light Vibram® TC5+ rubber with 5mm adaptive lugs lend confidence on moderate terrain Vegan-friendly Stack height (heel/toe): 34/26 mm The standout feature of Merrell’s Trail Sisters collab is the cosmetic design. Trail Sisters is an organization that supports women in trail running, and its founder, Gina Lucrezi, hand-picked Colorado-based artist Sarah Uhl for her propensity to draw in bright, bold colors. Lucrezi wanted an eye-catching shoe that was loud and proud to counter the perception of women as small or meek. The shoe features empowering mantras like “pursue your passion” and “success is achieved by those willing to try!” scrawled in Lucrezi’s handwriting on the vivid mountain landscape. A Merrell x Trail Sisters tag tops the breathable mesh tongue.