All-mountain trail running shoes from lululemon? Yep, they’re finally here—and I’ve been testing the Wildfeel on a mix of singletrack, climbs, descents, and even some daily casual use.
While lululemon markets this as a high-performance trail shoe, it’s clear this model leans more toward all-mountain comfort than race-day aggressiveness.
Still, there are some unique design elements worth breaking down—especially if you value comfort and looks as much as trail performance.
Key specifications
- Price: $168 at lululemon.com
- Weight: 12.1oz (343g) for US(M)9
- Drop: 7.5mm
- Upper: Knitted sock-like upper with woven layer and TPU overlays for protection
- Midsole: Dual-density foam for impact absorption and propulsion
- Outsole: High-abrasion rubber with multi-directional lugs
- Extra attributes:
- Toe bumper and protective toe overlays
- Nulu™ lining in the forefoot for added comfort
- Tuned specifically to male foot morphology / the women's version is tuned for women's feet.
Sizing and fit
The Wildfeel Trail fits true to size in length, but the midfoot feels slightly narrow.
If you know you have particularly wide feet, definitely try these on in store, as I think they may not fit your feet too well.
You’ll feel the upper hugging your foot like a sock—which boosts comfort but reduces structure and support unless you modify the lacing, more on that in a moment.
Performance review
The Wildfeel, for me, fits into the category of all mountain trail running shoes that feel comfortable, and are built for long, enjoyable, cruiser miles than fast technical efforts.
That soft, sock-like upper is super comforting around your foot, especially for slower-paced, all-mountain trail runs.
It flexes and conforms well, but that same flexibility works against you during toe-off, as the foot stretches the upper mesh away from the midsole, sapping some of the energy return that you may be expecting.
I found heel lock to be a weak spot initially—around a 6/10—but using the racer’s loop heel-lock lacing method really helped dial that in, pushing the lockdown closer to an 8.5/10.
Images show the racer's loop heel lock lacing setup on the left, and the finger loop at the heel for easy slip-on.
Just be aware: the thin tongue doesn't have much padding, so if you crank the laces down, you may get a bit of lace bite, and although it's really not that bad, it's still there...
At 12.1oz, they’re definitely on the heavier end for a trail shoe in this category.
Most of that weight noticeably sits underfoot (rather than the upper), in the outsole rubber and midsole foam - reducing the weight under foot would improve the balance of the ride.
That said, the ride doesn’t feel sluggish, especially once you're moving—it’s a well-balanced midsole with dual density foam for soft landings, and responsive take-offs.
It feels snappy enough for climbs and fast flat sections, and stable on moderately technical descents.
Alastair Dixon
Outsole traction is another strong point for me.
The lug pattern bites in well on both wet and hard-packed surfaces, and I was pleasantly surprised by how consistently it performs.
The protective toe bumper and splash-resistant toe overlays give off Nike Pegasus Trail 5 vibes—in a good way—and help with both durability and confidence on more rugged terrain.
Yellow toe bumper and a closer look at the mesh upper
The upper mesh isn't the most breathable however, so if you do run in very hot conditions, be prepared for that.
Oh and for those who are already fans of the lululemon brand—men and women—I think you'll agree these look great too, and can confirm they perform well as a lifestyle and gym workout shoe, too.
My verdict
The Wildfeel is a confident first trail running shoe from lululemon.
It’s not a featherweight racer or something I’d wear on super-technical mountain runs, but for most runners who want something versatile, comfortable, and good-looking for all-mountain trails, it does the job very well.
That one-piece upper is comfy but sacrifices a bit of performance in the form of lockdown and power transfer—something I’d love to see addressed in a future version.
The Wildfeel is available now, and you can pick up a pair for $168, only at lululemon:
If you’re already a lululemon fan and want a trail shoe that matches your kit—and your vibe—this could be a great addition to your rotation. If you have any specific questions, drop them in the comments below. -Alastair
