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Craft CTM Ultra Trail 2
Trail long run

CTM Ultra Trail 2

A cushioned, protective trail shoe from Craft's CTM line built for long and ultra-distance trail running.

$251MSRP
Comparable specifications
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Terrain
trail
Primary use
Trail long run
Races
Ultra, 50K+
Also good for
Daily trail training, Easy trail run, Technical trail
Weight
315g
Drop
10mm
Stack
40/30mm
Midsole
Ud Foam
Upper
Engineered mesh with TPU overlays
Widths
standard
Door to trailTechnical trailMax cushionUltra distanceLong runs
Our read

The CTM Ultra Trail 2 leans into high stack cushioning and a reinforced upper to handle long trail miles, positioning it as an ultra-distance trainer rather than a technical racer, though independent verification of ride quality is lacking.

Ride

Manufacturer describes a smooth, cushioned ride from the Ud Foam midsole with a 10mm drop and 40mm heel stack, suggesting a plush, protective platform suited to fatigue-resistant long efforts, though firmness and responsiveness are unverified by independent sources.

Fit

Manufacturer explicitly warns the shoe runs small and recommends sizing up; no independent fit reviews are available to confirm width or forefoot volume.

Best for

Long trail runs and ultra-distance efforts where sustained cushioning and upper durability against debris matter more than technical precision.

Avoid if

Avoid if you need a low-to-the-ground, highly responsive shoe for technical, rocky terrain or fast tempo trail work, since no rock plate or low-stack ground feel is indicated.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.