Merrell Women’s Trail Glove 6 Barefoot Trail Running Shoe

Product Overview

The Merrell Trail Glove 6 is a high-performance minimalist trail shoe designed for women who want to move naturally across rugged terrain, yet maintain comfort and eco-conscious construction. With its “barefoot” philosophy, zero-drop platform, and recycled materials, it’s perfect for trail runners, hikers, or anyone seeking a lightweight, ground-feel-focused shoe.

 Benefits

Natural Barefoot Feel: Merrell Barefoot² construction keeps the foot in a position close to what it would be without shoes – promoting balance, posture, and agility. Merrell

Zero Drop Stack Height: 11.5mm throughout (heel = forefoot) for a level platform that supports natural foot movement. Merrell

Protective Rock Plate: Integrated to shield feet from sharp rocks and roots without adding bulk. Merrell

Durable Outsole with Grip: Vibram® Ecostep Recycle outsole made with ~30% recycled rubber offers excellent traction on wet and dry trails. Merrell

Eco-Conscious Materials:

Upper: ~65% recycled breathable mesh. Merrell

Laces: 100% recycled. Merrell

Lining & insole wrapping: also mostly recycled. Merrell

Midsole foam: BLOOM® performance foam, which uses algae biomass in its blend. Merrell

Comfort & Fit Details:

Built-in external rear sling that locks in the heel. Merrell

Breathable materials to help with ventilation. Merrell

Half-pair weight: approx. 170 g (~6 oz) for easier, less fatiguing movement. Merrell

Lug depth: 3 mm — enough for grip without being bulky. Merrell

Sizing & Fit Notes

Compared to Trail Glove 4, this version runs about ½ size large. If you're used to version 4, consider ordering a half size smaller. Merrell

Compared to Trail Glove 5, sizing remains consistent. Merrell

Medium width (women) standard fit. Merrell

Ideal For

Trail runners or hikers who want minimal weight and enhanced ground feel

Outdoor adventurers who care about sustainability and eco-friendly materials

Those transitioning from traditional trail shoes to barefoot / minimalist footwear

Light to moderately technical trails where foot protection is needed without sacrificing flexibility

What to Watch Out For

Because of its zero-drop and minimalist build, it may take some break-in time if you’re used to heavily cushioned trail shoes.

The toe-box allows some splay, but if you have very wide feet you may want to check fit carefully.

Specs at a Glance