{"id":6992,"date":"2021-09-28T06:09:37","date_gmt":"2021-09-28T11:09:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/?p=6992"},"modified":"2021-09-28T06:09:39","modified_gmt":"2021-09-28T11:09:39","slug":"trail-running-shoes-for-mountain-biking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/decideoutside.com\/trail-running-shoes-for-mountain-biking\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Trail Running Shoes Good for Mountain Biking?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
You’re about to pedal your way into the world of mountain biking, but you’re worried you might not have the necessary gear to get you started. Do you need a special pair of shoes or can you use your trail running shoes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re a beginner, it is acceptable to use trail running shoes for mountain biking with platform pedals. They will provide the support and protection you need for low-impact riding while giving you traction to navigate treacherous terrain.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n However, while it may seem savvy to use the same pair of shoes for multiple activities, mountain biking (or MTB) shoes have been designed and made for a reason and will undoubtedly make a difference the more you get into the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n