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Merrell Antora 4
Daily trail trainingMerrell

Antora 4

A lightweight door-to-trail shoe with moderate cushioning and shallow lugs built for smoother, mixed surfaces.

$140MSRP
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Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
trail
Primary use
Daily trail training
Also good for
Easy trail run, Door-to-trail, Trail long run
Cushion
moderate
Weight
220g
Drop
8mm
Stack
29/21mm
Lug
3mm
Midsole
FloatPro Foam
Outsole
Merrell Quantum Grip rubber
Upper
Recycled breathable mesh
Widths
standard
Easy runsDoor to trailSmooth trailDaily trainingLightweightGravel
Our read

A light, uncomplicated trail runner for people who mix pavement and easy trail on the same run; the shallow 3 mm lugs define it, keeping it smooth on hardpack but out of its depth on real technical terrain.

Ride

An 8 mm drop over a 29/21 mm stack gives a balanced, moderately cushioned feel that stays responsive rather than plush.

Fit

Standard width only, with a secure everyday trail fit; no wide option for those who need extra room.

Best for

Runners logging easy miles across mixed pavement and non-technical trail who want a light shoe that handles both.

Avoid if

You run rocky, technical, or muddy terrain, where the 3 mm lugs and lack of a confirmed rock plate leave you underprotected.

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