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Merrell Antora 4
Daily trail training
MerrellWomen

Antora 4

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

$140MSRP

In the Merrell trail lineup

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 3mm lugs define it, keeping it smooth on hardpack but out of its depth on real technical terrain.

Ride

An 8mm drop over a 29/21mm 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 3mm lugs and lack of a confirmed rock plate leave you underprotected.

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