Vild 1
Craft's Vild 1 is a technical mountain trail shoe built for alpine marathons, pairing a Vibram Megagrip outsole with a moderately cushioned Cr Foam midsole and a locked-down Endurance Fit upper.
- Terrain
- trail
- Primary use
- Technical trail
- Races
- Half to marathon
- Also good for
- Trail long run, Daily trail training, Door-to-trail
- Weight
- 290g
- Drop
- 7mm
- Stack
- 36.5/29.5mm
- Midsole
- Cr Foam™ / 100% EVA Foam
- Outsole
- Vibram® Megagrip
- Upper
- 48% Polyester, 12% Recycled Polyester, 28% Polyurethane, 12% TPU
- Widths
- standard
A capable technical trail shoe for rocky, root-filled terrain and fast descents, though limited independent testing means its long-distance comfort and durability claims remain largely manufacturer-asserted.
A 36.5/29.5mm stack with 7mm drop and softened Cr Foam midsole gives a moderate, responsive ride described by the manufacturer as smooth with 'explosive energy return,' though this is not yet corroborated by independent reviewers.
Craft Endurance Fit offers a secure heel and locked-in midfoot with a roomier forefoot; the brand recommends sizing up half a size, and at least one wearer found the men's fit ran larger than expected relative to women's sizing.
Technical, rocky, root-filled trail terrain, alpine-style marathon distances, and fast technical descents where grip and a locked-in fit matter.
Runners seeking maximal cushioning for very long ultras, or those wanting a proven, extensively reviewed shoe rather than one with mostly manufacturer-sourced evidence.