Merrell Overdrive
Average Rating: 
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
Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by Gary Scott, Mar 21, 2008
Get rid of the speed laces straight away and put in the traditional laces. The sole starts to break up very quickly."
Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by tlenzenh, Aug 01, 2007
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."
Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by CAHike, Jan 24, 2007
Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by Bill Werling, Jan 07, 2007
Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by CAHike, Nov 13, 2006
Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by Bill Wright, Jul 17, 2006
Men's Overdrive
Reviewed by Pat Lawless, Jul 08, 2006
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:
| Store | Product Description | Price |
 Moosejaw | Men's Overdrive Shoe (Spring 2008) - USARA Award Winner 2007 | $72.00 | Buy Now |
 Backcountry.com 2 purchase options: | Overdrive Trail Running Shoe - Men's | $89.95 | Buy Now |
| Overdrive Trail Running Shoes - Women's | $89.95 | Buy Now |
 Altrec Outdoors 2 purchase options: | Women's Overdrive Running Shoe | $69.97 | Buy Now |
| Men's Overdrive Running Shoe | $89.95 | Buy Now |
 Teton Village Sports 2 purchase options: | Overdrive Shoe - Mens | $90.00 | Buy Now |
| Overdrive Shoe - Mens | $90.00 | Buy Now |
 Sierra Trading Post | Overdrive Trail Running Shoes - For Men | $58.50 | Buy Now |
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