INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2

The inov8 INOV-8 Trailfly Zero V2 is a natural-feel trail running shoe with graphene grip, Flyspeed Pro foam, and zero drop designed for fast racing and trail training.

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$170

Pricier than 57% of shoes · category average ≈ $167

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Key specs

Weight: 285 g
Drop: 0 mm
Heel Stack: 12 mm
Forefoot Stack: 12 mm

Best for: Fast trail racing and training on firm, technical surfaces

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Weak points

Cushioning

Cushioning
12 mm
Lightness
285 gTop 46%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm
Affordability
$170

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

$170

2026

285 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Hard packed & rocky trails

Fast trail racing and training on firm, technical surfaces

Cushioning

0 mm

12 mm

FLYSPEED PRO nitrogen-infused foam

Grip & protection

G-GRIP graphene-infused rubber

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On the terrain

How INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2 should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a ground							Average
INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2							54

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V263

Cushioning20/40
Lightness18/35
Smooth roll25/25

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The INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2 was released in 2026.

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$170Score 91+23

Better than INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2 at:

A higher overall score (91 vs 68)
A lighter option (7 g less)
More cushioning (44 vs 12 mm heel stack)

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NNormal Tomir 2

NNormal

$170Score 90+22

Better than INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2 at:

A higher overall score (90 vs 68)
A lighter option (21 g less)
More cushioning (33 vs 12 mm heel stack)

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Merrell MTL Long Sky 2

Merrell

$170Score 85+17

Better than INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2 at:

A higher overall score (85 vs 68)
A lighter option (50 g less)
More cushioning (23.5 vs 12 mm heel stack)

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Popular Comparisons

Compare the INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2 with other top trail running shoes from leading brands, including INOV-8 for the ultimate trail running experience.

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Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Weak points

Cushioning

Cushioning
12 mm
Lightness
285 gTop 46%
Grip
4 mmTop 50%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
0 mm
Affordability
$170

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INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2

INOV-8 TrailFly Zero V2

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