I’ve been running in Mount To Coast shoes for years, from road marathon prep to steep, technical trail running.

Their lineup is more complete than you’d expect from a relatively young brand, and each shoe fills its role with exceptionally well.

Every shoe here has been chosen based on actual wear, so you can put together your full Mount To Coast rotation without guesswork.

Each recommendation below includes:

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  • A quick summary of what makes it special
  • Price, and the key specifications you need to know about
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From daily training miles to trail ultras and race-day PRs, these are the best running shoes of the year (so far) that I personally rely on and recommend after thousands of miles of real-world testing. This is the ultimate running shoe rotation.
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Best Mount To Coast Shoe for Race Day: R1

Price: $160 at mounttocoast.com

Key Specs: True to size | Medium width | 8.3oz (235g) | 8mm drop

The R1 is Mount To Coast’s long-distance road specialist and the shoe I’d pick for marathons or road ultras. The nitrogen-infused LightCell midsole has a lively, efficient feel that stays stable even late into long runs.

Fit is medium through the midfoot with a roomy toe box, and while the dual-lace system is slightly fiddly, the lockdown is excellent once dialed in. It’s cushioned, steady, and light enough to double as a daily trainer if you prefer a responsive feel underfoot.

Best Mount To Coast Shoe for Training: S1

Price: $150 at mounttocoast.com

Key Specs: True to size | Medium width | 9.3oz (264g) | 10mm drop

The S1 is the easy-mileage and marathon-training workhorse of the lineup. The PEBA-based midsole delivers soft, consistent cushioning ideal for long runs and recovery days, while the padded collar and gusseted tongue make it a comfortable shoe to live in during big training weeks.

It prefers slower paces and steady efforts, with enough stability from the ZeroSag layer to keep form tidy late in long sessions. Breathability could be better in hot climates, but overall it’s a smooth, forgiving trainer at a strong price.

Best Mount To Coast Shoe for Stability: P1

Price: $160 at mounttocoast.com

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