Merrell Overdrive

Merrell Overdrive

Average Rating: rated 3.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 7 Trailspace users

Description

The Overdrive is a trail running shoe made by Merrell. It has an average rating of 3.5 stars (out of 5), based on 7 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. Free Shipping. Merrell Men's Overdrive Shoe (Spring 2008) - USARA Award Winner 2007 The Merrell Men's Overdrive Shoe features new trail running technology that brings some serious swift, keeping adventure racers centered and efficient to maintain speed over changeable terrain. Our design positions visible tubes bi-sected by support beams in a full-length TPU plate to inhibit over pronation and cushion heel-strike. Trail Balanced last with integrated arch bridge stabilizes the heel while freeing the forefoot for easy toe off. Both quick-cinch Airmesh upper and Air Cushion sole (with Q-form stride alignment for women) drain readily and are gaiter-compatible. Vibram Full Speed II sole features heel-centering cutaway design and flex grooves for propulsion at the forefoot. Features Merrell Exclusive Trail Balanced Last Combination Lasted Construction Airmesh Upper with Synthetic Leather Trim 360 Reflective Trim Kevlar Lace and TPU Molded Lace Lock System Bellows Tongue with Protective Foam Insert and Lace Keeper Pocket Forefoot Protection Design with Gaiter Hook Ventilation and Drainage System in Forefoot Anatomical Ventilated EVA Footbed with Etc. Anti-Friction Antimicrobial Mesh Lining Dual Density Molded EVA Footframe (men) Q-Form Triple Density Molded EVA Footframe (women) Injection TPU Structural Support, Alignment and Cushioning System Gaiter Strap Channel at Arch Bridge Merrell Air Cushion Midsole Vibram Full Speed II Dual Density/TC-5 Rubber Outsole Vegan Friendly Footwear"

From Sierra Trading Post:
"CLOSEOUTS . Merrell Overdrive trail running shoes have full-length TrailSpring thermoplastic midsole support to inhibit pronation while adding rebound. Ventilated footbed with Etc. anti-friction sock lining and Aegis antimicrobial technology. Air Mesh uppers breathe exceptionally well Leather trim Synthetic mesh lining TPU heel counter Kevlar(R) lacing with ultra-fast lace lock system Removable EVA insole Air Cushion midsole Vibram(R) rubber outsole Weight: 1 lb. 11 oz. pr. Medium width CLOSEOUTS . China."

From Backcountry.com:
"When you race up a mountain trail, your feet find surprises at every turn. The Merrell Men's Overdrive Trail Running Shoes prepare you for what the terrain has in store. TheTrailSpring design features tubes and bisecting support beams in a full-length TPU plate. This complex construction inhibits overpronation and cushions heel-strike. The Trail Balanced last with arch bridge stabilizes your heel and frees your forefoot for effortless toe-off. The Overdrive's airmesh upper begins draining immediately after stream-crossing, and its Vibram Full Speed II sole has flex grooves for extra propulsion at the forefoot. Merrell added a triple-density, shock-absorbent EVA midsole to this men's shoe."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"New trail running technology that brings some serious swift, keeping adventure racers centered and efficient to maintain speed over changeable terrain. Proprietary TrailSpring design positions visible tubes bi-sected by support beams in a full-length TPU plate to inhibit overpronation and cushion heel-strike. Trail Balanced last with integrated arch bridge stabilizes the heel while freeing the forefoot for easy toe off. Both quick-cinch Airmesh upper and Air Cushion sole (with Q-form stride alignment for women) drain readily and are gaiter-compatible. Vibram Full Speed II sole features heel-centering cutaway design and flex grooves for propulsion at the forefoot."

User Reviews

rated 1 of 5 stars Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by Gary Scott, Mar 21, 2008

"Great shoe straight out of the box like all similar reviewers. However like a few other users have reported it went rapidly down hill from there.

Get rid of the speed laces straight away and put in the traditional laces. The sole starts to break up very quickly."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by tlenzenh, Aug 01, 2007

"The shoe felt great from the first time I put it on and it also felt great when running first couple of times on the trail.

The sole has a really really good grip, one of the best soles I have ever had on any trailrunning shoe.
However - compared to the Salomon XA Pro 3D XCR that I also own this shoe does not have a lot of stability sideways."

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rated 3 of 5 stars Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by CAHike, Jan 24, 2007

"Addition/Correction to my previous review, one of the lace anchors came undone after my second run, and the lug on the heel started peeling."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by Bill Werling, Jan 07, 2007

"Very comfortable - I loved this shoe from the moment I put it on. I went about twelve hours straight in the first wearing while doing an orienteering course. No problems - feet felt wonderful. Shoes are particularly light. I've found other shoes that I like, but this is the first adventure racing shoe that I loved."

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rated 5 of 5 stars Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by CAHike, Nov 13, 2006

"Great, fast shoe. Good support, and the non-friction lining is killer. I love the vent, and it's worth the dirty socks when you get home. Don't care too much for the speed lacing, but Merrell includes traditonal laces, so no knocks on them for that."

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rated 2 of 5 stars Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by Bill Wright, Jul 17, 2006

"BUYER BEWARE! I've had the sole come apart on two different pairs apparently due to a manufacturing problem. Both times after less than 50 miles."

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rated 4 of 5 stars Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by Pat Lawless, Jul 08, 2006

"Great shoe, by far the best running shoe I've owned. . . Great feel running on and off the trail. The moment I put on these shoes it made me want to run. They feel fast. The tread makes these shoes very stable too, I barely slip in these.

Only a few problems I've found, the heel lug tends to fall off after two weeks of rigorous use."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the Overdrive at 6 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Moosejaw
Men's Overdrive Shoe (Spring 2008) - USARA Award Winner 2007$72.00Buy Now

Backcountry.com
2 purchase options:
Overdrive Trail Running Shoe - Men's$89.95Buy Now
Overdrive Trail Running Shoes - Women's$89.95Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors
2 purchase options:
Women's Overdrive Running Shoe$69.97Buy Now
Men's Overdrive Running Shoe$89.95Buy Now

Teton Village Sports
2 purchase options:
Overdrive Shoe - Mens$90.00Buy Now
Overdrive Shoe - Mens$90.00Buy Now

EMS
4 purchase options:
Overdrive Trail-Running Shoes, Black/Blue, Men's$90.00Buy Now
Overdrive Trail-Running Shoes, Brick Red, Men's$90.00Buy Now
Overdrive Trail-Running Shoes, Chocolate, Women's$90.00Buy Now
Overdrive Trail-Running Shoes, Grey/Lime, Women's$90.00Buy Now

Sierra Trading Post
Overdrive Trail Running Shoes - For Men$58.50Buy Now

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