Looking for an affordable, comfortable, and seriously versatile road-to-trail running shoe? The Merrell Nova 4 might be exactly what you need. In this review, I break down why this $130 shoe is one of the best options out there right now if you want a single pair that can handle road miles, light trails, daily walks, travel, and everything in between. You’ll learn all the key specs—including weight, drop, outsole grip, and fit—and how the Nova 4 performs across terrain types like gravel, forest trails, tarmac, and even during hot Florida runs. I’ll also talk through its comfort, breathability, traction, and how it compares to more expensive alternatives. Links mentioned in this review Pegasus Trail 5 review: https://youtu.be/rwJAtrVjLJE Best Road To Trail Running shoes: https://www.alastairrunning.com/best-road-to-trail-running-shoes/ ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Intro to the Merrell Nova 4 01:41 - Key specs (weight, drop, materials) 03:20 - Fit & sizing advice 05:12 - Performance review 08:24 - Final verdict: is it worth $130? 👉 If this review helped you out, give it a like, drop a comment, and subscribe to stay updated on the latest running shoe reviews. 🌐 Visit https://www.alastairrunning.com for roundups of the best road-to-trail running shoes and more helpful gear guides. 🎥 About This Channel I’m Alastair, and on this channel I test running shoes on real trails and roads—no fluff, no hype. Whether you’re training for a marathon, trail race, or just looking for your next everyday running shoe, I’m here to help you find the gear that actually works. #merrellnova4 #roadtotrailrunningshoes #trailrunningshoes #merrellreview #runningshoereview #roadtoruntrailshoes #floatprofoam #quantumgrip #trailrunninggear #budgetrunningshoes #runningshoefit #runninggearreview #alastairrunning #versatileshoes #dailytrainers #shoereviews #merrellrunning

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