Mtl Long Sky 2 Matryx
A lightweight technical trail racer with a Kevlar-reinforced Matryx upper, Vibram MegaGrip outsole and low-to-moderate FloatPro cushioning at a 4mm drop.
- Terrain
- trail
- Primary use
- Medium trail race
- Races
- 5K–10K
- Also good for
- Technical trail, Short trail race, Uphill / vertical, Daily trail training, Door-to-trail, Trail long run
- Weight
- 235g
- Drop
- 4mm
- Stack
- 23.5/19.5mm
- Lug
- 5mm
- Midsole
- FloatPro Foam
- Outsole
- Vibram MegaGrip rubber
- Upper
- Single-layer Kevlar-reinforced Matryx woven textile
- Widths
- standard
The Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx is positioned as a race-day mountain and single-track weapon, trimmed to roughly 235g with a durable Matryx upper and grippy 5mm Vibram MegaGrip lugs. Its 23.5/19.5mm stack points to a nimble, ground-connected ride rather than a plush ultra cruiser, though Merrell claims FloatPro foam supports long-distance comfort. Independent ride, fit and durability testing is not represented here, so real-world verdicts remain provisional.
Low 23.5/19.5mm stack with a 4mm drop and FloatPro foam suggests a firm, responsive and connected trail feel geared toward speed rather than plush cushioning.
Single-layer Kevlar-reinforced Matryx upper is marketed for breathability, durability and reduced stretch, but no independent sizing or width data is available.
Runners wanting a lightweight, grippy shoe for technical mountain and single-track racing and fast training on rough terrain.
You want maximum underfoot cushioning, a high stack for long road-to-trail miles, or need proven waterproofing for wet-weather protection.